Director, Clinical Quality Assurance
Company: Dyne Therapeutics
Location: Waltham
Posted on: January 9, 2026
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Job Description:
Company Overview: Dyne Therapeutics is focused on delivering
functional improvement for people living with genetically driven
neuromuscular diseases. We are developing therapeutics that target
muscle and the central nervous system (CNS) to address the root
cause of disease. The company is advancing clinical programs for
myotonic dystrophy type 1 (DM1) and Duchenne muscular dystrophy
(DMD), and preclinical programs for facioscapulohumeral muscular
dystrophy (FSHD) and Pompe disease. At Dyne, we are on a mission to
deliver functional improvement for individuals, families and
communities. Learn more https://www.dyne-tx.com/ , and follow us on
X , LinkedIn and Facebook . Role Summary: The Director, Clinical
Quality Assurance leads GCP compliance and quality oversight for
clinical programs and commercial products. This role is responsible
for developing and implementing risk-based strategies; managing
audits, inspections, and vendor oversight; and ensuring global
regulatory compliance. This role partners cross-functionally to
drive continuous improvement, inspection readiness, and sponsor
oversight, while proactively identifying and mitigating quality
risks. As a subject matter expert, this role establishes program
support to uphold industry best practices and regulatory
requirements. This role is based in Waltham, MA. Primary
Responsibilities Include: Inform and contribute to audit planning
and strategy Perform and/or coordinate clinical site and vendor
audits Oversee deviations, quality issues (QIs), CAPAs,
effectiveness checks, root cause analyses, and associated KPIs
Advise internal stakeholders and external partners on GCP
compliance matters and identify emerging non-compliance trends
Support inspection readiness activities and co-host regulatory
inspections Develop and deliver GCP-related training; contribute to
the creation, revision, and maintenance of policies, SOPs, and work
instructions in alignment with global regulatory requirements
Conduct and/or manage the qualification and oversight of service
providers Ensure service providers adhere to quality programs and
applicable regulations, maintaining inspection readiness Assess and
escalate compliance risks identified through audits to protect
subject safety, data integrity, and business continuity Lead or
support the preparation for and response to regulatory audits and
inspections, ensuring adherence to requirements and timely
resolution of findings Support investigational new drug (IND)
applications and related correspondence with global regulatory
authorities Education and Skills Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in
a scientific, allied health, or medical field required; Master’s
degree preferred Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in
the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, including at least 5
years in a Clinical Quality Assurance role (or an equivalent
combination of PV and QA experience) Deep knowledge of global
regulations (e.g., FDA, EMA) and guidelines (e.g., ICH, GVP, GxP),
including safety reporting requirements Broad clinical development
experience across all phases (Phase I through BLA/NDA) Strong
understanding of GCP quality principles spanning preclinical,
clinical, and commercial stages Proven experience developing and
implementing risk-based clinical quality assurance programs
Demonstrated success leading clinical site and supplier audits,
managing regulatory inspections, and responding to findings Skilled
at effectively communicating quality events and outcomes to
internal stakeholders Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written
communication skills Working knowledge of multiple therapeutic
areas is a plus Results-oriented, with the ability to set clear
objectives, manage competing priorities, and meet dynamic timelines
Flexible and creative problem solver with a proactive mindset
Highly collaborative team player who fosters open communication and
cross-functional cooperation Willingness to travel up to 20% based
on business needs LI-Onsite MA Pay Range $190,000 - $232,800 USD
The pay range reflects the base pay range Dyne reasonably expects
to pay for this role at the time of posting. Individual
compensation depends on factors such as education, experience,
job-related knowledge, and demonstrated skills. The statements
contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe
the principles functions for this job, the level of knowledge and
skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but
should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work
requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned,
including work in other functional areas to cover absences or
relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise balance
workload. Dyne Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer and
will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the
basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race,
religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification
protected by federal, state, or local law.
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