Key Takeaways

  • 75% of U.S. employers use automated applicant tracking systems to screen resumes before a human reviews them (Harvard Business School & Accenture, 2021)
  • The most common ATS failures are missing keywords, incompatible formatting, and incorrect file types
  • ResumeGeni scores your resume across 8 parsing layers — modeled on the same steps enterprise ATS platforms like Workday, Greenhouse, and Taleo use to evaluate candidates

How ATS Resume Scoring Works

Applicant tracking systems parse your resume into structured data — extracting your name, contact info, work history, skills, and education — then score how well that data matches the job requirements. Many ATS rejections happen because the parser couldn't extract critical fields, not because the candidate wasn't qualified.

LayerWhat It ChecksWhy It Matters
Document extractionFile format, encoding, readabilityCorrupted or image-only PDFs fail immediately
Layout analysisTables, columns, headers, footersMulti-column layouts break field extraction
Section detectionExperience, education, skills headingsNon-standard headings cause sections to be missed
Field mappingName, email, phone, dates, titlesMissing contact info is a common cause of immediate rejection
Keyword matchingJob-specific terms, skills, certificationsKeyword overlap affects recruiter search visibility and ATS scoring
Chronology checkDate ordering, gap detectionReverse-chronological order is expected by most ATS
QuantificationMetrics, numbers, measurable outcomesQuantified achievements help human reviewers and some scoring models
Confidence scoringOverall parse quality and completenessLow-confidence parses get deprioritized in results

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ResumeGeni free?
Yes. ResumeGeni is currently in beta — ATS analysis, scoring, and initial improvement suggestions are free with no signup required. Full guidance and saved reports may require a free account.
What file formats are supported?
PDF, DOCX, DOC, TXT, RTF, ODT, and Apple Pages. PDF and DOCX are recommended for best ATS compatibility.
How is the ATS score calculated?
Your resume is processed through an 8-layer parsing pipeline that extracts structured data the same way enterprise ATS platforms do. The score reflects how completely and accurately your resume can be parsed, plus how well your content matches common ATS ranking criteria.
Can ATS read PDF resumes?
Yes, but not all PDFs are equal. Text-based PDFs parse well. Image-only PDFs (scanned documents) and PDFs with complex tables or multi-column layouts often fail ATS parsing. Our analyzer will flag these issues.
How do I improve my ATS score?
Focus on three areas: use a clean single-column format, include keywords from the job description naturally in your experience bullets, and ensure all sections (contact, experience, education, skills) use standard headings.

ATS Guides & Resources

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Regulatory Affairs Specialist (Hybrid)

Spectrumvascular · Hybrid - Bridgewater NJ

About Spectrum Vascular

Spectrum Vascular is an innovative medical device company focused on vascular access and medication management. Our mission is to improve the lives of patients worldwide by providing caregivers with high quality, innovative products with exceptional customer service. We are a
company that was formed through the acquisition of a portfolio of trusted products that have been widely used by customers for decades. Innovation has been a core strategic pillar throughout our history and many of our products have been designed to deliver antimicrobial and antithrombogenic protection or to support certain patient populations such as those who are critically ill and pediatrics. This role represents a unique opportunity to join a dynamic and
growing team with established products and an entrepreneurial mindset.

Role Description:

 

dThe Regulatory Affairs (RA) Specialist is responsible for supporting global regulatory submissions and compliance activities to ensure medical device products meet applicable regulatory requirements throughout their lifecycle. This role collaborates cross-functionally with Quality, Engineering, Clinical, and Manufacturing teams to prepare, submit, and maintain regulatory filings with agencies such as the U.S. FDA, European Notified Bodies, and other international authorities.

● Assist in the preparation, formatting, and compilation of regulatory submissions (e.g., FDA 510(k), EU MDR Technical Documentation, Health Canada, and other global filings)

● Support the maintenance of regulatory files, declarations of conformity, and device listings/registrations.

● Support responses to regulatory agency requests for additional information (AIs, deficiency letters, technical queries).

● Support U.S. and EU market approval processes and ensure compliance with regulatory standards

● Support post-market submissions (progress reports, annual reports, etc.)

● Provide regulatory assessments for marketing, R&D, and manufacturing changes or product transfers

● Communicate with distributors in response to requests for information, regulatory inquiries or in support of regulatory filings.

 

Compliance & Quality System Support

● Collaborate with Quality Assurance to ensure continued compliance with applicable regulatory standards, including FDA 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485, and EU MDR 2017/745.

● Participate in internal audits, management reviews, and external audit preparations as needed.

● Support document control and recordkeeping to ensure regulatory documentation integrity and traceability.

 

Cross-Functional Collaboration

● Work closely with Quality, Engineering, and Clinical teams to gather information needed for submissions and documentation.

● Assist in preparing summaries, tracking deliverables, and ensuring timely submission of regulatory documents.

● Support training and awareness initiatives related to regulatory compliance.

● Interpret new or existing regulations and ensure business practices align with compliance requirements

● Create documentation in response to customer regulatory requests which includes regulatory letters, authorization letters, certifications, attestations, technical packages, etc. for tenders and for pre-market clearance.

● Clearly and effectively communicate team/project progress/status, decisions, timelines, etc. to other teams/departments and executive leadership.

● Establish and maintain regulatory information systems

● Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and process optimization within RA

 

What You Bring:

● Bachelor’s degree in a scientific area (RAC certification preferred)

● 1-3 years of experience in a regulated FDA environment (medical devices or combination products)

● Hands-on experience with 510(k) submissions (IDE and PMA knowledge a plus)

● Strong understanding of FDA and EU medical device regulations (international experience desirable)

● Internship or exposure to FDA, EU MDR, or ISO regulatory environments preferred.Strong organizational, communication, and planning skills

● Proficiency with PC systems and office applications

● Solid understanding of scientific principles applied to regulatory affairs

 

Spectrum Vascular is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to creating a diverse and inclusive company culture. Spectrum Vascular does not discriminate against candidates and employees because of their disability, sex, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion,
national origin, age, veteran status, or any other protected status under the law.