Regulatory FDA Attorney

Regulatory FDA Attorney
Location: Columbia, MD
Salary: $135,000 - $140,000 per year

Who are we?

Established in 1975, Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is one of the largest suppliers of analytical instrumentation, physical testing, and environmental monitoring systems in the world. Ground-breaking scientific research, manufacturing ideas and results continue to propel Shimazu's outstanding reputation and "Excellence in Science." People dedicated to our mission have the largest impact on Shimadzu's continued growth and success. Would YOU like to join a diverse team of professionals working together with researchers, scientists and manufacturers to help better lives worldwide?

What can Shimadzu offer YOU?

• Our Culture - A work environment that values diversity, inclusion & belonging
• Competitive Compensation - Day 1 Benefits & Competitive Salary
• Retirement Benefits - Matching 401K & Profit-Sharing Program
• Professional Growth - Clear pathways for Career, Leadership and Personal Development
• Health Benefits - Flexible Spending/Health Savings Accounts
• Work-Life Balance - Generous & Front-Loaded Paid Time Off Plan
• Education - Tuition Assistance Program for both graduate and undergraduate levels
• Insurance Perks - Pet Insurance, optional Identity theft, legal pre-paid and critical care buy-up insurance benefits, generous company paid life insurance & short-term disability programs
• Work Flexibility - Business casual Dress Attire & casual (jeans) Friday!
• Employee Engagement - Employee Resource Groups to network, build a sense of community and enhance one's career and personal development

Position Summary:

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments is seeking a Regulatory FDA Attorney to join our team to help lead and strengthen our compliance strategy across the organization. In this role, you will monitor evolving federal, state, and local regulations, assess how they apply to our business, and advise leaders on practical steps to maintain compliance and reduce risk. You will play a key role in guiding the organization through complex regulatory requirements, with a particular focus on environmental, FDA, and NRC-related matters.

JOB FUNCTIONS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:

• Monitor federal, state, and local regulatory requirements and evaluate how they apply across Shimadzu operations, including headquarters, regional offices, and laboratory environments
• Track and interpret updates from agencies such as OSHA, EPA, FDA, DOJ, DOT, and NRC
• Assess regulatory risk and recommend practical, business-aligned solutions to support ongoing compliance
• Partner with leaders across departments to implement compliance actions and improve internal processes
• Review internal activities and reporting to identify potential compliance concerns before they become larger issues
• Help identify regulatory knowledge gaps across the organization and support the development of effective training solutions
• Measure the effectiveness of training through follow-up assessments, surveys, and other feedback tools
• Provide regular feedback and insight to senior leadership, including the General Counsel, on compliance trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement
• Stay current on changing regulatory expectations and industry developments through active participation in relevant external forums and associations
• Travel as needed to support business operations and compliance initiatives

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Juris Doctor from an ABA-approved law school
• At least 4 years of legal experience
• At least 2 years of experience in regulatory compliance
• Strong knowledge of regulations related to FDA, EPA, OSHA, NRC, DOJ, and applicable state and local requirements
• Experience researching, interpreting, and summarizing laws, regulations, statutes, and compliance guidance
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to assess risk, identify solutions, and communicate recommendations clearly
• Excellent organizational, communication, and presentation skills
• The ability to work effectively with stakeholders across functions, disciplines, and levels of the organization

Compensation & Benefits:

This full-time, exempt position comes with a comprehensive benefits package. In your first year, you will receive 10 paid vacation days, 8 paid personal days, 8 paid scheduled holidays and 3 paid floating holidays (Residents of California and Puerto Rico will receive state-mandated sick leave instead of personal days). After one year of employment, you will also be eligible for a generous short-term disability program with the company covering 100% of monthly premiums.

The starting salary range for this role is $135,000 to $140,000 annually, paid semi-monthly. Additional variable compensation may include a discretionary year-end bonus based on overall company performance.

For more details on benefits, please visit www.ssi.shimadzu.com/jobs.

Shimadzu is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at Shimadzu via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position (and agency was requested to work the requisition) will be deemed the sole property of Shimadzu. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Shimadzu as a result of the referral or through other means.

EEO Statement:

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments (SSI) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, please click here.

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Doctorate of Law (required)