Head of Regulatory Affairs

Remedyrobotics
US
Hybrid

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-level regulatory professionals who have led Class III device submissions and can navigate AI/ML regulatory frameworks in a hybrid San Francisco setting.

Best fit for

  • Regulatory veterans comfortable being the sole FDA liaison for novel medical robotics.
    — “Serve as primary FDA contact (Q-Subs, pre-sub meetings, deficiency responses, panel prep)
  • Hands-on submission authors who go beyond managerial oversight of regulatory documents.
    — “Hands-on experience authoring IDE and PMA/De Novo submissions, not solely in a managerial capacity
  • Strategic thinkers who can sequence international approvals alongside US pathways.
    — “Set and sequence OUS strategy (e.g., CE Mark/MDR and other markets) alongside US timelines

Things to consider

  • Must have directly led at least one Class III device through full FDA submission.
    — “including direct leadership of at least one Class III device through FDA submission (IDE → PMA or De Novo)

How to stand out

  • Demonstrate concrete examples of navigating AI/ML regulatory gray areas.
    — “Experience with FDA guidance for AI/ML-enabled devices and the Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) framework
  • Highlight startup experience where you built regulatory functions from scratch.
    — “Prior experience in a startup environment, ideally with responsibility for building or scaling the regulatory function from the ground up
  • Showcase international regulatory strategy beyond just CE Mark submissions.
    — “Experience developing international regulatory strategies, including CE Mark / EU MDR, PMDA (Japan), NMPA (China), and Health Canada
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · MediumAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · CompanyLevel · Senior

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What success looks like

  • own the end-to-end regulatory roadmap
  • serve as primary FDA contact
  • define regulatory strategy for AI/ML and autonomous features
  • lead FDA pre-submission meetings
Typical background
10+ years of regulatory affairs experience in medical devices

Skills & requirements

Required

Regulatory StrategyFDA LeadershipIDE SubmissionPma/de Novo AuthorizationAi/ml Regulatory StrategyOUS StrategyRegulatory DocumentationFDA InspectionsQ-sub Packages

Preferred

Surgical RoboticsAutonomous Medical DevicesFDA Breakthrough Device DesignationSoftware As A Medical Device (samd)Ai/ml-enabled Regulatory SubmissionsInternational Regulatory StrategiesReal-world Evidence StrategiesPost-market Surveillance Frameworks

Stack & domain

Regulatory StrategyFda LeadershipIdePmaDe Novo AuthorizationAi/mlAutonomous FeaturesOus StrategyCe MarkMdrQ-subsPre-sub MeetingsDeficiency ResponsesPanel PrepAi/ml-enabled DevicesPccpQmsIso 13485Iso 14971Iec 62304Design ControlsClinical OperationsProgram ManagementQualityExecutive And Board CommunicationsFda GuidanceSoftware As A Medical DeviceReal-world Evidence StrategiesPost-market Surveillance FrameworksStartup EnvironmentRegulatory FunctionCommunicationCollaborationProblem-solvingLeadershipPresentationTechnical Stakeholder EngagementRegulatory AffairsFdaMedical DevicesAutonomous SystemsQuality ManagementExecutive Communication

About the role

Original posting from Remedyrobotics via Ashby

Remedy Robotics https://www.remedyrobotics.com/ is a medical technology company developing robotic systems for endovascular intervention. Its proprietary technology combines robotics, machine learning, and advanced computer vision to help physicians perform highly precise endovascular procedures and expand access to life-saving stroke and cardiovascular care. Initially focused on neurovascular intervention, Remedy is addressing the limited availability of specialized treatment for time-critical cardiovascular emergencies, with the long-term goal of enabling expert intervention regardless of patient location. Headquartered in San Francisco, Remedy is backed by DCVC, Blackbird, and Tony Fadell's Build Collective, among others.

We are looking to hire a Head of Regulatory Affairs for our Clinical/Regulations Team.

What You’ll Do:

Regulatory strategy & FDA leadership

  • Own the end-to-end regulatory roadmap from IDE through pivotal trial to PMA or De Novo authorization
  • Serve as primary FDA contact (Q-Subs, pre-sub meetings, deficiency responses, panel prep)
  • Define regulatory strategy for AI/ML and autonomous features, including PCCP where applicable
  • Set and sequence OUS strategy (e.g., CE Mark/MDR and other markets) alongside US timelines

Submissions & regulatory documentation

  • Author and lead IDE submission development across engineering, clinical, and quality teams
  • Own regulatory content across the Design History File and ensure company-wide submission readiness
  • Lead preparation and response for FDA inspections
  • Write and manage Q-Sub (pre-submission) packages

Cross-functional execution & alignment

  • Partner with Clinical Ops to align protocol execution with FDA-facing submission narrative
  • Coordinate with Program Management on regulatory timelines and milestones
  • Partner with Quality on QMS, ISO 13485/14971, IEC 62304, and design controls
  • Represent regulatory function in executive and board communications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of regulatory affairs experience in medical devices, including direct leadership of at least one Class III device through FDA submission (IDE → PMA or De Novo)
  • Hands-on experience authoring IDE and PMA/De Novo submissions, not solely in a managerial capacity
  • Strong working knowledge of 21 CFR Parts 812, 814, and 820; ISO 13485; and ISO 14971
  • Experience with FDA guidance for AI/ML-enabled devices and the Predetermined Change Control Plan (PCCP) framework
  • Proven track record of leading FDA pre-submission (Q-Sub) meetings and managing ongoing regulatory correspondence
  • Demonstrated ability to serve as the primary FDA-facing representative for an organization
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to develop submission-quality narratives, present to executive leadership and boards, and effectively engage cross-functional technical stakeholders
  • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MS, PhD, JD, MBA) or RAC certification preferred

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in surgical robotics, autonomous medical devices, or other novel Class III medical technologies
  • Experience with FDA Breakthrough Device Designation programs
  • Experience with Software as a Medical Device (SaMD) and AI/ML-enabled regulatory submissions
  • Experience developing international regulatory strategies, including CE Mark / EU MDR, PMDA (Japan), NMPA (China), and Health Canada
  • Experience designing real-world evidence strategies and post-market surveillance frameworks
  • Prior experience in a startup environment, ideally with responsibility for building or scaling the regulatory function from the ground up

Source: Remedyrobotics careers (Ashby)

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