Regulatory Affairs Specialists
Job Zone 4 - Considerable preparation needed
Coordinate and document internal regulatory processes, such as internal audits, inspections, license renewals, or registrations. May compile and prepare materials for submission to regulatory agencies.
Median pay: $80,730/yr (U.S. national, May 2025)
Typical range nationwide (10th–90th percentile). This is a population snapshot, not a personal prediction - actual pay varies by location, employer, and experience.
Job outlook: +3% projected growth, 2024–2034 — about as fast as average.
About 33,300 openings per year, on average, over the decade.
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS and Employment Projections.
• Coordinate efforts associated with the preparation of regulatory documents or submissions.
• Communicate with regulatory agencies regarding pre-submission strategies, potential regulatory pathways, compliance test requirements, or clarification and follow-up of submissions under review.
• Prepare or direct the preparation of additional information or responses as requested by regulatory agencies.
• Coordinate, prepare, or review regulatory submissions for domestic or international projects.
• Prepare or maintain technical files as necessary to obtain and sustain product approval.
• Interpret regulatory rules or rule changes and ensure that they are communicated through corporate policies and procedures.
• Determine the types of regulatory submissions or internal documentation that are required in situations such as proposed device changes or labeling changes.
• Coordinate recall or market withdrawal activities as necessary.
What's the median pay for Regulatory Affairs Specialists?
The median pay for Regulatory Affairs Specialists is $80,730 per year, per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
What's the job outlook for Regulatory Affairs Specialists?
Employment for Regulatory Affairs Specialists is projected to change +3% from 2024 to 2034 - about as fast as average.
What education is typically required for Regulatory Affairs Specialists?
Typical entry-level education: Bachelor's degree.
How many job openings are there each year for Regulatory Affairs Specialists?
About 33,300 openings per year, on average, over the decade.