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Regulatory Affairs Specialists

Regulatory affairs specialists assist managers in getting new products approved by a regulatory agency.

Regulatory affairs specialists work with regulatory affairs managers to help companies manage all aspects of complying with regulations. They also maintain records on existing products.

Regulatory Affairs Specialists are in the Government and Public Administration career cluster and the Regulation pathway.

Quick Facts

Wages:

Well above the statewide median

$30.76 / hour    Read more about wages

Outlook:

Percent Growth   15%

Above statewide average    Read more about outlook

Education & Training:

Long-term on-the-job training (more than 12 months) is common.

On the Job:

Work Activities
  • Oversee, write, or review regulatory submissions.
  • Review applications before they are sent in to ensure scientific rigor, accuracy, and clarity.
  • Make sure products meet standards. These include packaging, materials, labeling, records, size, or test methods. This might include toxic waste made during production.
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Job Title Examples:

Clinical Regulatory Affairs Specialist,  Regulatory Specialist,  State Regulatory Affairs Specialist 
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Source: Minnesota Department of Education, Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, and CareerOneStop.