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Regulatory Affairs

Professionals working in the field of regulatory affairs play a critical role in ensuring that our food, medications, and other essential products are safe and effective. With today’s fluctuating laws and regulations, well-rounded professionals who understand the regulatory landscape are vital to ensuring companies bring their products to market. Here, the Northeastern community has gathered a list of tips, articles, and advice to help you navigate the latest trends and advance within the industry.

March 29, 2018

Compliance Specialists: Who They Are and What They Earn

There’s a growing need for skilled compliance professionals. Find out what they do, how much they earn, and how you can establish a competitive advantage to work in the field.

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March 22, 2018

Food Safety Specialists: Who They Are and What They Earn

The need for food safety professionals is growing. Learn more about the role of a food safety specialist and how you can meet the demand.

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March 13, 2018

The Role of Regulatory Affairs in the Medical Device Industry

Lecturer Jeff Shiffman describes the critical role regulatory affairs professionals play in bringing a new medical device to market.

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February 27, 2018

FDA Regulatory Submissions: A Primer

On the path to drugstore shelves, pharmaceuticals must endure rigorous regulatory scrutiny. Find out the role FDA regulatory submissions play in getting life-saving drugs to market.

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February 15, 2018

Understanding the Basics of Food Safety Regulations

Darin Detwiler, assistant dean for Northeastern's MS in Regulatory Affairs program, describes why food safety regulations exist and how they are created.

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February 6, 2018

Emerging Trends in Regulated Industries

Stephen Amato, director of Northeastern’s Regulatory Affairs program, discusses the three hottest topics in regulatory affairs today.

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January 25, 2018

Is a Career in Regulatory Compliance and Affairs Right for You?

Assistant Teaching Professor David Mahoney shares his tips for breaking into the field.

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June 14, 2017

How Risk-Taking Helped Shape One Faculty Member's Career

Keenan Davis explains how he went from a career in sports to teaching regulatory affairs.

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April 19, 2016

4 Ways to Stay Competitive in Regulatory Affairs

In an industry where the only constant is change, you need to stay ahead of the curve so you can best anticipate what's coming down the line. But how, exactly?

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