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ALINA ALLAWALA

Northfield

Summary

Regulatory Affairs Specialist with proven experience supporting global regulatory strategy and market access for in vitro diagnostic (IVD) medical devices across U.S. and international markets. Expertise in regulatory impact assessments, product lifecycle management, international registrations, technical documentation, labeling compliance, and change control within complex regulatory environments. Adept at evaluating global regulatory requirements, mitigating regulatory risk, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to accelerate product commercialization while maintaining compliance with FDA and international regulations. Recognized for strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in fast-paced, global organizations. Holds a Master of Science in Medical Device Innovation with concentrations in Regulatory Affairs, Quality Systems, and Operations Management.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Diasorin Inc.
05.2024 - Current
  • Evaluate regulatory impact of product, manufacturing, labeling, and quality system changes affecting global market access.
  • Develop risk-based regulatory recommendations supporting product lifecycle management and change control.
  • Prepare STED documentation, technical files, and regulatory submission packages supporting registrations across 63 countries.
  • Oversee global labeling and IFU revisions to maintain compliance with international regulatory requirements.
  • Provide regulatory guidance to cross-functional teams throughout product development and commercialization.
  • Contribute to IVDR compliance through technical documentation remediation and regulatory assessments.

Process Scientist

Diasorin Inc.
03.2023 - 05.2024
  • Performed GMP-regulated manufacturing and quality operations for commercial IVD products.
  • Analyzed manufacturing events and process deviations to support product quality and regulatory compliance.
  • Partnered across Manufacturing, Quality, and Regulatory Affairs to improve processes and manufacturing performance.

Senior Specialist, Analytical Procedures

Sampled Clinical Laboratory
09.2020 - 02.2023
  • Authorized molecular diagnostic test results in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS), ensuring data integrity, quality standards, and compliance with laboratory procedures
  • Trained laboratory personnel and improved testing consistency through standardized procedures and cross-functional collaboration.

Education

Master of Science - Medical Device Innovation

University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
05.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

St. Olaf College
Northfield, MN
05.2020

Timeline

Regulatory Affairs Specialist

Diasorin Inc.
05.2024 - Current

Process Scientist

Diasorin Inc.
03.2023 - 05.2024

Senior Specialist, Analytical Procedures

Sampled Clinical Laboratory
09.2020 - 02.2023

Master of Science - Medical Device Innovation

University of Minnesota

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

St. Olaf College
ALINA ALLAWALA