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Is being a regulatory affairs specialist a good fit for you?

Keeps an organisation's records and paperwork in order for rules such as audits, inspections and licence renewals. Prepares papers for regulators.

What the work involves

  • Coordinates, prepares or reviews applications sent to regulators.
  • Talks with regulators about how to apply, testing needs and applications under review.
  • Keeps up to date with current and new rules and standards.
  • Reviews bad reactions to drugs and files the reports regulators need.

The interests that suit it

People in this work tend to be organising and persuading. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.

Hands-onLow. Building, fixing, and working with tools, machines, animals or the outdoors.
CuriousLow. Finding things out, solving problems, and working with ideas and data.
CreativeLow. Making things: art, writing, music, design and performance.
HelpingLow. Teaching, caring for and supporting people.
PersuadingSome. Leading, selling, and making the calls.
OrganisingStrong. Keeping things in order: records, numbers and systems.

What it tends to reward

Compared with other work, this job stands out for:

  • Independence. Trusted to decide how the work gets done.
  • Security. Steady work in a well-run organisation.

How much training it needs

Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.

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