David CAO
About David CAO
David Cao is a Senior Regulatory Associate at Mirati Therapeutics in San Diego, California, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in pharmacy and regulatory affairs, with previous roles at several pharmaceutical companies including Arena Pharmaceuticals and Genentech.
Work at Mirati Therapeutics
David Cao has been employed at Mirati Therapeutics as a Senior Regulatory Associate since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for regulatory compliance and supporting the development of therapeutic products. His work is based in San Diego, California, where he has contributed to the company's regulatory strategies and submissions.
Previous Experience in Medical Affairs
Before joining Mirati Therapeutics, David worked at Arena Pharmaceuticals, Inc. in Global Medical Affairs, focusing on Medical Communications for a brief period in 2020. His role involved supporting medical strategies and communications within the organization, contributing to the overall medical affairs objectives.
Pharmacy Internships
David has a background in pharmacy internships, having worked at Walgreens from 2015 to 2020 as a Pharmacist Intern for five years. He also completed a four-month internship at Nebraska Medicine in 2016. These experiences provided him with practical knowledge in pharmaceutical care and patient interaction.
Laboratory Operations and Customer Service
David's early career included roles at eMolecules, where he served as a Laboratory Operations Assistant from 2012 to 2015 and as a Chemistry Services Customer Associate (Interim) for two months in 2013. These positions involved supporting laboratory operations and customer service functions, enhancing his understanding of laboratory processes.
Education and Expertise
David earned his Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from the University of California, San Diego, where he studied from 2010 to 2013. He later completed his Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) at Creighton University from 2015 to 2019. His educational background provides a strong foundation in pharmacy and regulatory affairs.