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Jennifer Mering

@jennifermering

Regulatory affairs professional skilled in MDR, compliance, and medical device documentation across global markets.

United States
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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a regulatory affairs role in medical devices where I can own submissions and post-market compliance, strengthen MDR/vigilance quality, and collaborate across teams. I want a learning-focused environment that values accuracy, documentation, and clear communication.

I’m a Regulatory Affairs Specialist who supports regulatory submissions & renewals for new and existing products in the US and internationally. I ensure compliance with required regulations and established corporate standards, preparing FDA and STED submissions and maintaining regulatory product files to support audits and market release.

In my MDR & Vigilance work, I analyzed customer complaints to determine regulatory reportability, assessed seriousness and causality potential, and delivered clear, concise complaint information for MDRs and OUS regulatory reporting. I bring strong knowledge of 21 CFR part 820, 198, Complaint Files, and 21 CFR part 803, Medical Device Reporting, with disciplined documentation in global complaint handling systems.

I also strengthen cross-functional operations—updating regulatory standard operating procedures and work instructions, supporting post-market regulatory assessment of change orders and reports, and coordinating complaint processes across teams and systems. From my earlier experience supporting quality and customer care, I’m known as a steady, positive, adaptable team builder who communicates clearly, balances priorities, and trains others to keep work accurate and compliant.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

ME

MDR & Vigilance Specialist

Medtronic

Jul 2018 - May 2020 (1 year 10 months)

Analyzed customer complaint information to determine regulatory reportability and supported MDRs/OUS vigilance reporting. Classified and assessed adverse events by seriousness and causality, ensuring accurate documentation in the global complaint handling system in line with QSR and 21 CFR requirements.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities logoUC

University of Minnesota - Twin Cities

Bachelor of Arts, Political Science

Grade: 3.68

Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, with a minor in European Area Studies, from the University of Minnesota - Twin Cities.

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