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Associate Director, GCP QA

Mirum Pharmaceuticals Foster City, California, United States

hybrid

Salary: $190,000 - $205,000 / year

Posted Feb 3, 2026

Role & seniority: Associate Director, GCP/GVP/GLP-QA (senior QA leadership within clinical study programs)

Stack/tools: GCP/GCLP/GVP/GLP quality systems; FDA/EMA/ICH regulatory knowledge; CAPA, change control, deviation tracking; vendor/contract research organization (CRO) oversight; KPI/KQI metrics; internal/external audit management; inspection readiness; training delivery

Top 3 responsibilities

  • QA representative for clinical study management teams; ensure GCP/GVP/GLP compliance and data integrity

  • Lead inspection readiness, internal/external audits, and oversight of vendor activities (CROs, GCP vendors)

  • Manage CAPAs, deviations, change controls, KPIs/KQIs; support regulatory inspections and QA process improvements

Must-have skills

  • 10–12 years pharma experience with 5–10 years in GCP Quality; 5+ years supervising QA staff/consultants

  • Strong knowledge of GCP, FDA regulations, EMA EudraLex, ICH guidelines; basic GVP/GCLP/GLP familiarity

  • Excellent written/verbal communication; cross-functional collaboration; audit and inspection experience

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with global CROs, BIMO inspections, and clinical site/audit programs

  • Track record in process improvement, QA KPI/PQI tracking, and training delivery

  • Location & work type: Hybrid (location not specified; US-based compensation range provided)

Full Description

MISSION Mirum Pharmaceuticals is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to transforming the treatment of rare diseases. We are passionate about advancing scientific discoveries to become important medicines for rare disease patients. We are collaborative, creative, and experienced professionals and we’re looking to augment our team with other individuals who embody our values: care, be real, get it done, and have fun, seriously. POSITION SUMMARY The Associate Director of GCP/GVP/GLP-QA is responsible for supporting Mirum’s clinical study programs as the GCP-QA representative on the study management team; managing activities involving GCP quality assurance and compliance with applicable regulatory requirements; development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure quality standards in compliance with relevant regulatory and quality guidelines. Additionally, this position will support GVP and GLP QA operational activities to ensure data integrity and meeting regulatory expectations and industry standards. This position requires experience with global contract research organizations (CROs) and GCP Vendors as well as knowledge of global GCP regulations. JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES Achieve established timelines for deliverables. QA Representative for assigned Mirum’s Program’s Clinical Study Management Teams. Manage/Support BIMO inspection readiness activities Support GCP/GCLP/GVP internal audits. Provide quality oversite for the GCP/GVP/GLP vendor activities, including internal/external deviations, CAPAs, change controls, and KPIs/KQIs. Support GCP, GCLP and GVP Vendor Management/Audit Program. Ad hoc audits may be requested. Assist with planning and supporting Clinical Site Management/Audit Program. Ad hoc site audits may be requested. Assist with and support regulatory agency inspections for the GCP and PV impacted functions. Provide GCP/GCLP/GVP Training as necessary Support Quality Management Team (QMT) by providing monthly/quarterly updates based on role and responsibilities Support process improvement of QA department, KPI/QPI tracking and oversight. Manage GCP/GVP/GLP consultant(s) as needed QUALIFICATIONS

Education /Experience

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a scientific discipline.
  • 10-12 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, including 5-10 years in GCP Quality and 5+ years supervising GCP Quality internal staff and/or external consultants.
  • Knowledge and demonstrated experience in the applicable GCP regulations, FDA Regulations and Good Clinical Practices, EMA EudraLex Regulations, and ICH Guidelines.
  • Strong verbal and written communication.
  • Knowledge of basic GVP, GCLP and GLP regulations.
  • The salary range for this position is $190,000 to $205,000 USD. Compensation will be determined based on several factors including, but not limited to; skill set, years of experience, and the employee’s geographic location. Please note that the required compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits unless otherwise provided.
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  • Mirum Pharmaceuticals is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and to compliance with all Federal, State and Local laws that prohibit employment discrimination on the basis of race, age, national origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, genetic disposition or characteristics, disability, veteran’s status or any other classification protected by applicable State/Federal/Local laws.
  • Mirum Pharmaceuticals provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures.
GCP Quality AssuranceRegulatory ComplianceClinical Study ManagementVendor ManagementInternal AuditsCAPAsChange ControlsData IntegrityQuality OversightTrainingProcess ImprovementCommunicationGVP RegulationsGLP RegulationsFDA RegulationsICH Guidelinesmulti-location

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