Regulatory Affairs Recruitment
What is Regulatory Affairs?
Regulatory Affairs experts deal with the regulations, laws, and guidelines that govern industries such as pharmaceuticals, medical devices, food and cosmetics, biologics, and veterinary products.
Additionally, it also involves coordinating and liaising with regulatory agencies to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for drug or product development, clinical trials, approvals, and post-approval activities such as labelling, advertising, and manufacturing quality control.
Lastly, those working in this sector ensure that products are safe and effective for human use and are produced under safe and controlled conditions.
Our Experience
Scienta was built on a background of regulatory affairs recruitment, with our three founders working within the sector before deciding to start their own business.
Since then, we have continued to build our skills internally as well as our relationships with talent in the field. We now have a strong network of highly skills professionals as well as a team dedicated to hiring within regulatory affairs.
Key Roles We’ve Filled
Senior RA CMC Manager
Regulatory Affairs Specialist
Head of Regulatory
Current Regulatory Roles
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Regulatory Affairs
(Sr) RA Specialist
Switzerland
(Sr) RA Specialist
- Regulatory Affairs
- Switzerland
- Permanent
- Salary : Negotiable
- Job Ref: BBBH4034_1685638982
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Regulatory Affairs
SM/AD Regulatory Affairs CMC – Small Molecule
United States
SM/AD Regulatory Affairs CMC – Small Molecule
- Regulatory Affairs
- United States
- Permanent
- Salary : Negotiable
- Job Ref: BBBH4017_1684778480
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Regulatory Affairs
Head of Regulatory Affairs
Remote
Head of Regulatory Affairs
- Regulatory Affairs
- Remote
- Permanent
- Salary : Negotiable
- Job Ref: BBBH4005_1684255528
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Senior Regulatory Affairs Manager
Europe
Senior Regulatory Affairs Manager
- Regulatory Affairs
- Europe
- Permanent
- Salary : Negotiable
- Job Ref: BBBH3968_1682694229
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Head of Regulatory Affairs
United States
Head of Regulatory Affairs
- Regulatory Affairs
- United States
- Permanent
- Salary : Negotiable
- Job Ref: BBBH3955_1682690893
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Regulatory Affairs
Senior/Principal Regulatory CMC consultant (remote in EU)
Europe
Senior/Principal Regulatory CMC consultant (remote in EU)
- Regulatory Affairs
- Europe
- Permanent
- Salary : Up to £140000.00 per annum
- Job Ref: BBBH3949_1681892855
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Our Experts

Pieter Verbeelen
Team Lead & Principal Consultant
Regulatory Affairs
Pieter has worked within Regulatory Affairs recruitment since 2016 with a strong focus on the European market – predominantly the Benelux and DAC region . He partners with life science companies ranging from SME biotechs, Global consumer healthcare organisations and consultancies.

Rhiannon Ross
Principal Consultant
Having worked in Regulatory Affairs in industry for over a decade before moving into recruitment, Rhiannon has a large network across Europe and an impressive track record for finding top talent.

Connor Baumann
Senior Consultant
Medical Technology
Connor manages the Regulatory market for Scienta, providing key functional support to Medical Devices and Diagnostics organisation across Europe. Coming from a life sciences background, he is able to leverage Scientific research to best consult our clients.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How to get into regulatory affairs
1. Get a relevant education: Firstly, it typically require a degree in a life science field such as biology, chemistry, or pharmacology.
2. Gain work experience: Start by getting an entry-level position in the pharmaceutical or medical device industry. Look for an opportunity to work in a regulatory department or a related area.
3. Consider specialised training: Some universities and organisations offer specialised training programs.
4. Obtain certification: Many professionals obtain certification from organisations such as the Regulatory Affairs Professional Society (RAPS) and the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP).
5. Network: Attend industry conferences, join professional organisations, and connect with other professionals to gain insights and get guidance.
6. Keep up-to-date: Lastly, it’s s a constantly evolving field, so it’s important to stay current on new regulations, guidelines, and best practices.
Is it worth getting a masters in Regulatory Affairs?
Getting a master’s can be worth it for individuals who want to advance their careers in the pharmaceutical, medical device, or biotech industries.
A master’s degree in this field can provide in-depth knowledge of regulations, policies, and industry practices, as well as analytical and critical thinking skills required for regulatory affairs roles.
Obtaining a master’s degree can also open up higher-paying jobs and career advancement opportunities in this field. However, one should weigh the costs and benefits of a master’s program before pursuing it.