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Associate Director, Nonclinical Development

Las Vegas, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 21 Nov 2025

💰 $251,000/yr($205,000/yr – $251,000/yr)

About the role

Ardelyx is a publicly traded commercial biopharmaceutical company founded with a mission to discover, develop and commercialize innovative first-in-class medicines that meet significant unmet medical needs. Ardelyx has two commercial products approved in the United States, IBSRELA® (tenapanor) and XPHOZAH® (tenapanor). Ardelyx has agreements for the development and commercialization of tenapanor outside of the U.S. Kyowa Kirin commercializes PHOZEVEL® (tenapanor) for hyperphosphatemia in Japan. A New Drug Application for tenapanor for hyperphosphatemia has been approved in China with Fosun Pharma. Knight Therapeutics commercializes IBSRELA in Canada. Position Summary:We are seeking an Associate Director of Nonclinical Development to join our experienced R&D team supporting drug development programs. The Associate Director will design and implement nonclinical strategies to evaluate and advance Ardelyx’s drug candidates through different stages of development. This position involves designing and managing GLP safety studies at contract research organizations (CROs) for early and late-stage programs, analyzing and interpreting safety data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.Responsibilities:

Oversee the conduct of nonclinical studies to support Ardelyx programs, including non-GLP and GLP toxicology, pharmacology, and DMPK studies
Identify/qualify new or existing CROs
Serve as the Nonclinical representative during GLP audits
Author and review SOPs and policies related to the Nonclinical function
Oversee study logistics, including managing contracts with vendors, tracking invoices and payments, and procuring/shipping study materials
Conduct study monitoring visits
Review and evaluate study protocols, data, and reports
Author and review regulatory documents including IND, NDA/BLA, IB, and DSUR
Prepare and present study updates to internal project teams and senior management

Qualifications:

PhD or advanced degree in toxicology, pharmacology, biology, or related scientific discipline with 7+ years of relevant work experience in the pharmaceutical industry or equivalent experience
In-depth knowledge and technical oversight of nonclinical toxicology, pharmacology, and DMPK studies
Experience conducting or overseeing nonclinical studies with small and large molecules is preferred
Extensive knowledge of GLP principles and FDA/ICH guidelines
Ability to analyze/interpret complex data and troubleshoot
Highly organized with excellent written and oral communication skills
Experience as a supervisor is a plus
Ability to work effectively with cross-functional R&D colleagues

The anticipated annualized base pay range for this full-time position is $205,000 - $251,000. Ardelyx utilizes industry data to ensure that our compensation is competitive and aligned with our industry peers. Actual base pay will be determined based on a variety of factors, including years of relevant experience, training, qualifications, and internal equity. The compensation package may also include an annual bonus target and equity awards, subject to eligibility and other requirements. Ardelyx also offers a robust benefits package to employees, including a 401(k) plan with generous employer match, 12 weeks of paid parental leave, up to 12 weeks of living organ and bone marrow leave, equity incentive plans, health plans (medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision), life insurance and disability, flexible time off, annual Winter Holiday shut down, and at least 11 paid holidays. Ardelyx is an equal opportunity employer.