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Luke Baker

Louisville,KY

Summary

Experienced regulatory writer with over seven years in medical device compliance, specializing in EU MDR across various therapeutic areas. Proven leadership in managing teams and complex project portfolios, with a focus on strategic oversight and collaborative leadership. Committed to driving regulatory success through empathy and a people-first approach.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Associate Director

Global Regulatory Writing and Consulting
08.2025 - Current
  • Lead a global team of 20+ medical writers, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, MDR-compliant regulatory documents across multiple device portfolios.
  • Manage relationships with 10+ client organizations to help achieve regulatory compliance in multiple geographies.
  • Develop and execute business development strategies, expanding service offerings and strengthening client partnerships.
  • Oversee performance management, career development, and resource allocation for a multi-level writing team, fostering growth and retention.
  • Partner with the executive leadership team to provide cross-functional support, communicate progress, and drive strategic initiatives through collaborative brainstorming.

Senior Manager, Medical Device

Global Regulatory Writing and Consulting
11.2024 - 07.2025
  • Managed team of 6 direct reports, delivering over 20 CERs, CEPs, and PMCF Reports annually with high compliance standards.
  • Directed project scoping exercises to establish accurate timelines and requirements.
  • Served as primary client interface through weekly check-ins, fostering strong relationships and addressing concerns.
  • Drafted estimates and Statements of Work for new client engagements, facilitating business development.
  • Provided career guidance, performance feedback, and mentoring to enhance professional growth and retention.

CER Writer

Global Regulatory Writing and Consulting
07.2018 - 10.2024
  • Managed multiple projects with overlapping timelines across several writers.
  • Facilitated communication between writers and client managers to update project progress and ensure timely, high-quality deliverables.
  • Strategized regulatory pathways for class IIa and class III medical devices.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with direct reports to enhance job satisfaction and performance.
  • Delivered constructive verbal and written feedback to direct reports for continuous improvement.
  • Fostered a cohesive team environment centered on trust and open communication.

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Education

Ph.D. - Genomics, Cellular, And Developmental Biology

Indiana University, Bloomington
Bloomington, IN
05-2018

Skills

  • EU-MDR
  • CERs, PMCF-Rs, SSCPs
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Team leadership
  • Project management
  • Literature Searches

Timeline

Associate Director

Global Regulatory Writing and Consulting
08.2025 - Current

Senior Manager, Medical Device

Global Regulatory Writing and Consulting
11.2024 - 07.2025

CER Writer

Global Regulatory Writing and Consulting
07.2018 - 10.2024

Ph.D. - Genomics, Cellular, And Developmental Biology

Indiana University, Bloomington