How to Answer: In the medical device industry, we are highly regulated by the FDA and other entities. What experience do you have working with regulatory bodies?
Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Medical Devices job interview.
10. In the medical device industry, we are highly regulated by the FDA and other entities. What experience do you have working with regulatory bodies?
How to Answer
The medical device industry is one of the most highly regulated spaces to be in. Tell the interviewer what exposure you have had in this space. If you haven't had this yet, be honest, but also acknowledge that you know what they are talking about.
1st Answer Example
"In my current company, I work on a team with those in government relations on the device that I manage. I work with our engineers and scientists to make sure we are proving and testing all the claims we are making about our product. The government relations team is actually the ones with the regular contact with FDA but I help to support their work to make sure we have approval."
2nd Answer Example
For example: "I have never worked in the medical device space, but my company has other regulatory bodies that have regulations we need to follow, so I am accustomed to reporting and adhering to certain standards. I'm confident I could quickly learn all the elements I need to regarding the FDA very quickly."