Regulatory Affairs Specialist II

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Cincinnati, OH

About The Position

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. The Regulatory & DEA Compliance Specialist II is responsible for ensuring compliance with global regulatory requirements and U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) regulations for diagnostic and controlled substance-related activities at the Cincinnati site. This role works cross-functionally with Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Manufacturing, Development, Security, and Operations to support product lifecycle management, regulatory submissions, controlled substance handling, and site security processes. This position requires strong regulatory knowledge, hands-on operational engagement, critical thinking, and the ability to manage multiple compliance programs simultaneously.

Requirements

Advanced Degree with no prior experience or Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience in Regulatory Affairs, DEA compliance, pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality, or a related regulated industry highly preferred. HS Diploma with 4+ years of experience required.
Preferred fields of study: Life Sciences, Chemistry, Pharmacy, Engineering, Biology, Microbiology, or related scientific field.
Experience in IVD, medical device, pharmaceutical, or controlled substance environments strongly preferred.
Equivalent combinations of education, training, and relevant experience will be considered.
Strong working knowledge of FDA regulations, EU IVDR/MDR, DEA regulations (21 CFR Part 1300–End), and GMP.
Experience with regulatory submissions, controlled substance documentation, and audits.
Strong understanding of quality systems, change control, and product lifecycle management.
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively in a matrixed, cross-functional environment with minimal supervision.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, ERP systems, and regulatory information management systems.
Detail-oriented with strong documentation and analytical skills.
Fluency in English required; additional languages beneficial.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States now and in the future, without sponsorship.
Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Experience in IVD, medical device, pharmaceutical, or controlled substance environments strongly preferred.
Preferred fields of study: Life Sciences, Chemistry, Pharmacy, Engineering, Biology, Microbiology, or related scientific field.

Responsibilities

Ensure regulatory compliance and market access for diagnostic and regulated products across global markets.
Prepare, review, and maintain regulatory submissions and technical documentation in compliance with FDA, EU IVDR/MDR, and other regional regulations.
Support product lifecycle management, including change control, product registrations, and post-market surveillance activities.
Maintain compliance with quality management systems (ISO 13485, GMP, MDSAP).
Interpret and apply regulatory requirements to product development, manufacturing, and maintenance activities.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support audits, inspections, and regulatory inquiries.
Ensure site compliance with Title 21 Code of Federal Regulations (Part 1300–End) and Thermo Fisher corporate policies related to controlled substances.
Coordinate receipt, storage, dispensing, shipment, and recordkeeping of controlled substances.
Prepare and manage DEA documentation and reporting, including DEA-222 forms, ARCOS reports, Biennial Inventories, Quota Submissions, Computation Charts, and Year-End Reports.
Monitor the Federal Register for changes in DEA regulations and assess site impact.
Conduct periodic internal audits to ensure continuous DEA compliance and drive improvements.
Build, review, and update SOPs related to DEA compliance and controlled substance activities.
Develop and deliver DEA compliance training to site personnel.
Act as a liaison to manufacturing and laboratory teams, spending significant time on the manufacturing floor to ensure alignment with regulatory and DEA requirements.
Coordinate waste management, storage room maintenance, and controlled substance area compliance.
Lead security-related activities for controlled substance areas, including investigations, alarm testing, access management, surveillance systems, and change control.
Serve as a site subject matter expert for controlled substance security and compliance.