Lead Specialist, Regulatory Affairs, Japan

GE HealthCare Technologies

Tokyo, JP
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5+ years japanese medical device regulatory experience
Class ii medical device change management expertise
End-to-end renewal application leadership
GE HealthCare Technologies is seeking a Lead Specialist in Regulatory Affairs to enhance its regulatory operations in Japan, focusing on imaging medical devices. The role requires expertise in regulatory strategies and cross-functional collaboration, particularly with Class II and III devices, as well as software as a medical device (SaMD)

Job Summary

  • This role serves as a practical leader guiding the entire product lifecycle for imaging and digital health products in Japan.
  • The position involves leading regulatory strategy, managing Class II and select Class III device applications, and handling SaMD compliance.
  • Candidates will collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, QA, and global teams while acting as a Center of Excellence for regulatory matters.

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GE HealthCare Technologies is seeking a Lead Specialist in Regulatory Affairs to enhance its regulatory operations in Japan, focusing on imaging medical devices. The role requires expertise in regulatory strategies and cross-functional collaboration, particularly with Class II and III devices, as well as software as a medical device (SaMD).

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years Japanese medical device regulatory experience
  • Class II medical device change management expertise
  • End-to-end renewal application leadership
  • Native Japanese proficiency for official submissions
  • Business-level English for global collaboration

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Class III medical device approvals
  • SaMD (Software as a Medical Device) application knowledge
  • GVP/GMP quality system management insights
  • Global team collaboration experience
  • STEM background or engineering degree

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 5 years of Japanese medical device regulatory practice
  • Proven independent responsibility for Class II devices
  • Completed end-to-end change management and renewal processes
  • Native level Japanese language skills
  • Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering (preferred)

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