Edwards Lifesciences · 1 day ago
Principal Compliance Specialist, Product Stewardship
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$121K/yr - $171K/yr
5+ years expEdwards Lifesciences is the leading global structural heart innovation company, driven by a passion to improve patient lives. The Principal Compliance Specialist, Product Stewardship will ensure that Edwards devices meet the material compliance requirements of global human health and environmental regulations, serving as a subject matter expert and collaborating across various internal teams.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalMedical Device
Responsibilities
Lead data analysis for complex variable analysis of material compliance requirements
Lead strategic implementation of global material compliance initiatives
Work and collaborate with internal cross-functional teams to ensure compliance objectives are met for relevant regulations and products
Review material compliance regulations and legislative proposals to assess business impact
Engage with trade associations on product stewardship topics
Conduct & participate in cross-functional meetings, workshops, forums, and associated events
Present complex scientific information to a broad audience of varying educational backgrounds
Acquire in-depth knowledge of Edwards products in relation to product assembly, product functionality, patient contact level, and materials
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree (BS or BA) in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, scientific discipline, or associated field and a minimum of six (6) years industry experience in Environmental, Health, Medical Devices, or regulated environment
Master's Degree (MS or MA) in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, scientific discipline, or associated field and a minimum of five (5) years industry experience in Environmental, Health, Medical Devices, or regulated environment
Ph.D. in Materials Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, scientific discipline, or associated field and a minimum of two (2) years industry experience in Environmental, Health, Medical Devices, or regulated environment
This role is required to be onsite. Selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance to Edwards campus in Irvine, CA
Preferred
Strong background in chemical environmental regulations as well as Product Stewardship material compliance regulations and requirements
Strong documentation, communication (e.g., written and verbal) and interpersonal relationship skills including consultative and relationship management skills
Strong problem-solving, organizational, analytical and critical thinking skills
Strong project management skills
Strict attention to detail
Must be able to work in a team environment, including inter-departmental teams and key contact representing the organization on contracts or projects
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels
Good leadership skills and ability to influence change
Proficient in MS Office Suite
Benefits
Competitive salaries
Performance-based incentives
A wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families
Company
Edwards Lifesciences
Edwards Lifesciences is a provider of science of heart valves and hemodynamic monitoring.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Leadership Team
Bernard J. Zovighian
Chief Executive Officer
Harry Rowland
SVP IHFM Innovation (Implantable Heart Failure Management)
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