Director, Regulatory & Scientific Affairs

Provides strategic leadership at the intersection of regulatory affairs, scientific engagement, and R&D technology enablement Shapes how digital and technology solutions support regulatory compliance, scientific evidence generation, and lifecycle management for DePuy Synthes’ orthopedic portfolio Partners closely with R&D, Quality, Scientific Affairs, and IT leaders to ensure technology-enabled regulatory strategies Owns the R&D Technology strategy and roadmap supporting Regulatory Affairs and Scientific Affairs Oversees technology platforms supporting regulatory submissions, registrations, product dossiers, labeling, and post-market evidence Leads modernization and simplification of Regulatory & Scientific Affairs technology landscapes Provides executive-level reporting on technology risks, roadmap progress, and investment outcomes Requirements Bachelor’s degree required in Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field 10 -12 years of experience in regulatory affairs, scientific affairs, R&D, or related technology-enabled functions within medical devices, pharmaceuticals, or life sciences Proven leadership experience at a senior manager or director level, managing complex, cross-functional teams and programs Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks impacting MedTech (e.g., FDA, EU MDR, ISO standards) and their technology implications Demonstrated ability to translate regulatory and scientific requirements into scalable technology solutions Experience partnering with Regulatory/Scientific Affairs, R&D, Supply Chain and IT organizations to deliver compliant, value-driven outcomes Strong executive communication, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills English proficiency required; additional languages preferred #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor