Regulatory Affairs Officer Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Regulatory Affairs Officer:

Bachelor's degree in any of the sciences.
Understanding of both legal and scientific matters
Ability to grasp new concepts quickly and to assimilate and evaluate scientific data
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Confidence to report to management
Team-working skills and the ability to lead and motivate others
Project-management skills
Integrity and a professional approach to work
Tact and diplomacy
Written and oral communication skills
Attention to detail
Strong negotiation skills
IT skills, particularly in relation to using databases and familiarity with commercial software
Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines
Awareness of the legislation governing the approval of products.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Regulatory Affairs Officer skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Regulatory Affairs Officer roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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