CareerPlan

RA Manager - Abbott Molecular

Japan - TokyoFull-time2026-10-29 → 2026-11-11

Core

Lead regulatory affairs strategy for in vitro diagnostic (IVD) and related medical devices in Japan, managing the product lifecycle from development to market access and post-market compliance.

Role type

Senior Regulatory Affairs Manager (IVD/Molecular Diagnostics)

Builds

Regulatory and market access strategies for new and existing IVD products in Japan

Domain

Healthcare / Molecular Diagnostics / Regulatory Affairs

Required skills

Regulatory strategy, Project management, Stakeholder negotiation, Team leadership, Risk management, Compliance knowledge

Preferred skills

Companion Diagnostics experience, Insurance reimbursement strategy, Global team management, Quality Assurance background

Technologies

None stated

Responsibilities

Develop and execute regulatory strategies for new product launches and existing product expansion; Lead negotiations with PMDA and Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare; Manage regulatory submissions and approvals; Oversee lifecycle management including variation approvals and post-market surveillance; Lead QMS compliance investigations; Manage and develop the regulatory team; Collaborate with cross-functional teams on market access plans.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with people management