New · posted Oct 27
ACADIA Pharmaceuticals · Pharmaceuticals
Sr. Manager Quality Audit and Compliance
- Princeton, NJ +1 more
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- Manager
The role
The Sr. Manager, Quality Assurance Compliance will play a key role in supporting Acadia’s growing portfolio by leading internal and external GMP audit activities and maintaining robust quality systems. This position is responsible for ensuring Contract Service Providers (CSPs) and internal operations meet Acadia standards and applicable U.S. and international regulatory requirements, while overseeing Quality Agreements and supporting continuous improvement across GxP operations.
What you need
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
- Minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible Quality Assurance experience, including at least 3 years of direct GMP Quality Assurance experience
- Experience conducting external/supplier and internal GMP audits, including audits or inspections of manufacturing facilities
- Working knowledge of U.S. and international GMP regulations and quality requirements, including applicable FDA, EU/EudraLex, and ICH requirements
- Experience applying GMP requirements across relevant pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical operations, including clinical development, manufacturing, technology transfer, and/or commercial activities
Phycical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, see, talk or hear in a standard office environment and independently from remote locations. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Ability to travel independently overnight and work after hours if required by travel schedule and/or business priorities.
In addition to a competitive base salary, this position is also eligible for discretionary bonus and equity awards based on factors such as individual and organizational performance. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance, and location.
What you'll do
- Plan, schedule, coordinate, and conduct GMP compliance audits of Contract Service Providers (CSPs), suppliers, and internal operations in accordance with company standards and applicable domestic and international regulations
- Prepare and review audit reports, evaluate observations and corrective actions, and ensure identified compliance issues are appropriately addressed
- Oversee the development, negotiation, approval, and maintenance of Quality Agreements with clinical and commercial CSPs
- Maintain the internal audit program and compile audit metrics and compliance trends to support Management Review and quality system oversight
- Prepare, review, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and support continuous improvement of quality systems in accordance with current GMP requirements and industry standards
- Provide compliance expertise across GxP activities, including annual product reviews, mock recalls, field alerts, actual recalls, and quality system-related computerized solutions
- Ensure quality systems, procedures, and processes comply with applicable FDA, EU/EudraLex, Canadian, ICH, and other international GMP requirements
- Provide Computer System Validation (CSV) support for quality system-related computerized solutions, as needed
- Recommend and implement updates to quality policies and procedures based on evolving regulations, compliance trends, and business requirements
- Perform other duties as assigned
Pay and benefits
$138,000 – $172,100 a year
Employer provided$138,000—$172,100 USD
What we offer US-based Employees
Competitive base, bonus, new hire and ongoing equity packages
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Employer-paid life, disability, business travel and EAP coverage
5%
401(k) Plan with a fully vested company match 1:1 up to 5%
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with a 2-year purchase price lock-in
15+ vacation days
13 -15 paid holidays, including office closure between December 24th and January 1st
10days
10 days of paid sick time
Paid parental leave benefit
Tuition assistance
EEO Statement (US-based Employees): Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications in the exact way they are described in job postings. We are committed to building a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and innovative company, and we are looking for the BEST candidate for the job. That candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background or may meet the qualifications in a different way. We strongly encourage you to apply, especially if the reason you are the best candidate isn’t exactly what we describe here.
It is the policy of Acadia to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and employment applicants without regard to considerations of race, including related to hairstyle, color, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, gender transition, country of origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, legally-protected medical condition or information, marital status, domestic partner status, family care status, military caregiver status, veteran or military status (including reserve status, National Guard status, and military service or obligation), status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking, enrollment in a public assistance program, or any basis protected under federal, state or local law.
Notice to Search Firms/Third-Party Recruitment Agencies (Recruiters): The Talent Acquisition team manages the recruitment and employment process for Acadia Pharmaceuticals Inc. (“Acadia”). Acadia does not accept resumes from recruiters or search firms without an executed search agreement in place. Resumes sent to Acadia employees in the absence of an executed search agreement will not obligate Acadia in any way with respect to the future employment of those individuals or potential remuneration to any recruiter or search firm. Candidates should never be submitted directly to our hiring managers or employees.
Where you'll work
Princeton, NJ +1 moreHybridOpen in Maps (opens in a new tab)
Also posted for: San Diego, CA
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From the posting
About ACADIA Pharmaceuticals
Acadia is committed to turning scientific promise into meaningful innovation that makes the difference for underserved neurological and rare disease communities around the world. Our commercial portfolio includes the first and only FDA-approved treatments for Parkinson’s disease psychosis and Rett syndrome. We are developing the next wave of therapeutic advancements with a robust and diverse pipeline that includes mid- to late-stage programs in Alzheimer’s disease psychosis and Lewy body dementia psychosis, along with earlier-stage programs that address other underserved patient needs. At Acadia, we’re here to be their difference.
This is a hybrid role requiring three days per week onsite and may be based in either our San Diego, CA or Princeton, NJ office
Equal opportunity, accessibility and legal noticesACADIA Pharmaceuticals's statements, word for word
As an equal opportunity employer, Acadia is committed to a diverse workforce. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. Furthermore, you may request additional support if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Acadia’s career website due to your disability, along with any accommodations throughout the interview process. To request or inquire about your reasonable accommodation, please complete our Reasonable Accommodation Request Form or contact us at [email protected] or 858-261-2923.
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Job intelligence
The context around this role
Live data · October 28, 2026
Salary intelligence
How the pay compares
This role's midpoint is 3% above the US median for Quality Assurance roles at this level.
This roleEmployer provided
Manager roles in New Jersey10 roles publishing pay
Manager roles in the US121 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| This role | $138,000 | — | $172,100 |
| New Jersey (middle half) | $131,250 | $140,750 | $161,875 |
| All US (middle half) | $131,500 | $150,500 | $167,500 |
This role: ACADIA Pharmaceuticals's own published range. Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Quality Assurance roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, October 28, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
Career trajectory
Where this role sits in Quality Assurance
The general path across 961 open Quality Assurance roles on Regulatory Jobs, with the titles they carry most. Not ACADIA Pharmaceuticals's own promotion track.
Career resources on Quality Assurance
Skills DNA
What this role leans on
How many of the posting's 18 duty, requirement and summary lines touch each area. The posting's emphasis, not a proficiency score.
- GMP and compliance12
- Quality systems and risk8
- Documentation and SOPs4
- Data and digital systems2
- Validation and qualification1
Regulatory intelligence
The rules behind this role
Frameworks and standards this posting's work falls under, matched from its own words, each linked to the official source.
- FDA21 CFR Parts 210 and 211(official source, opens in a new tab)FDA current good manufacturing practice for finished pharmaceuticals
- ICHICH quality guidelines(official source, opens in a new tab)Q1 stability, Q2(R2) analytical validation, Q7, Q9 risk management, Q10 quality systems
- European CommissionEU GMP (EudraLex Volume 4)(official source, opens in a new tab)The EU's good manufacturing practice rules and annexes
Company hiring pulse
ACADIA Pharmaceuticals on Regulatory Jobs
- 5
- Open roles
- 5
- Distinct roles
- 1
- Locations
By discipline
- Regulatory3 60%
- Quality2 40%
By level
- Director3 60%
- Manager2 40%
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Sr. Manager Quality Audit and Compliance at ACADIA Pharmaceuticals
Open until filled. $138K–$172K a year, employer provided.