Associate Director, electronic Quality Management System (eQMS)

Nurix Therapeutics, Inc.; Brisbane (CA); On-site; USD 201,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

Nurix Therapeutics, Inc. seeks an Associate Director of electronic Quality Management System (eQMS) to lead the strategy, deployment, and continuous improvement of our eQMS across Deviations, Investigations, CAPAs, Change Controls, and quality metrics.

This role acts as SME across Technical Operations, Clinical, Regulatory Affairs, and cross-functional teams. Focus on data integrity, ALCOA+ compliance, and inspection readiness, with scalable processes and training for teams at Brisbane, CA

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Life Sciences, or related field (or equivalent).
• Experience implementing, administering, and improving an eQMS.
• 8+ years in pharma/biotech with Quality Systems / QA exposure.
• Strong data management, reporting, and data integrity knowledge.
• Experience with Deviations, Investigations, CAPAs, Change Controls.

Responsibilities

• Manage processes, SOPs, workflows for Deviations, Investigations, CAPA, Change Control, Complaints, Quality Metrics, and other QMS programs.
• Lead or support eQMS implementation, configuration, validation, and optimization for scalability.
• Provide hands-on QMS records management within the eQMS.
• Partner with stakeholders to define data governance, system configuration, and reporting.

Skills

eQMS implementation

Quality Assurance

Data integrity

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Training programs

Trend analysis

Education

BSc in CS/Life Sciences

Tools

eQMS software

MS Office

Job description

Associate Director, electronic Quality Management System (eQMS)

Nurix Therapeutics is a clinical stage biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialization of targeted protein degradation medicines, the next frontier in innovative drug design aimed at improving treatment options for patients with cancer and inflammatory diseases. Powered by a fully AI-integrated discovery engine capable of tackling any protein class, and coupled with unparalleled ligase expertise, Nurix’s dedicated team has built a formidable advantage in translating the science of targeted protein degradation into clinical advancements. Nurix aims to establish degrader-based treatments at the forefront of patient care, writing medicine’s next chapter with a new script to outmatch disease.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an Associate Director, electronic Quality Management System (eQMS) to provide quality expertise supporting the development and commercialization of Nurix’s products in compliance with relevant US, EU, and ICH requirements. In this role, you will be responsible for actively managing, developing, implementing, and reporting on Quality Systems, including Deviations, Investigations, CAPAs, Change Controls, Complaints, Quality Metrics, and electronic Quality Management Systems (eQMS). You will serve as a subject matter expert (SME) and strategic partner across Technical Operations, Clinical, Regulatory Affairs, and other cross-functional teams, with overall responsibility for the execution, scalability, and continuous improvement of Nurix’s Quality Management System as the organization grows and matures.

Job Responsiblities:

• Manage and maintain processes, SOPs, and workflows for Deviations, Investigations, CAPA, Change Control, Complaints, Quality Metrics, and other core QMS programs.
• Lead or support the implementation, configuration, validation, and optimization of the electronic Quality Management System (eQMS), ensuring phase-appropriate design and scalability.
• Provide hands-on expertise in the day-to-day execution, review, and management of QMS records within the eQMS.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to define data governance, system configuration, user roles, and reporting requirements for quality systems.
• Ensure data integrity, traceability, and compliance of quality system data in accordance with regulatory expectations (e.g., ALCOA+ principles).
• Monitor overall quality system effectiveness, identify gaps or inefficiencies, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Recommend updates to quality policies and procedures and implement process improvements aligned with organizational growth and regulatory readiness.
• Develop, compile, analyze, and present quality metrics and KPIs for routine management review.
• Perform trending and data analysis to identify risks, systemic issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Create and deliver training programs related to QMS processes, data integrity, and eQMS functionality.
• Support inspection readiness and ensure adherence to cGMPs, regulatory mandates, and internal quality standards.
• Build and maintain strong cross-functional relationships and foster a culture of engagement, transparency, and quality ownership.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Life Sciences, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience implementing, administering, and improving an eQMS, including system configuration, validation support, and lifecycle management.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, including 6+ years in Quality Systems / Quality Assurance.
• Strong working knowledge of quality system data management, reporting, and data integrity principles.
• First-hand experience managing and reviewing deviations, investigations, CAPAs, and change controls in a regulated environment.
• Experience using validated computerized systems to manage regulated quality records.
• Proven ability to develop and implement enhancements to electronic Quality Systems to improve usability, compliance, and reporting.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and related business applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment with strong attention to detail.
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and capable of working independently while effectively collaborating cross-functionally.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and interact effectively at all levels of the organization.

Fit with Nurix Culture and Values

• Strong team orientation; highly collaborative
• Solutions and results-oriented focus
• Hands-on approach; resourceful and open to diverse points of view

Salary Range: $200,700 - $233,500

Location: Brisbane, CA - Onsite