Laura Verrengia
About Laura Verrengia
Laura Verrengia is an Associate Director of Quality Systems at Mirati Therapeutics, with extensive experience in quality assurance across several pharmaceutical companies. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from UC Irvine and has worked in various roles in the quality management field since 1999.
Work at Mirati Therapeutics
Laura Verrengia has been serving as the Associate Director of Quality Systems at Mirati Therapeutics since 2019. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing quality assurance processes and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Her position involves the management of quality systems to support the development and commercialization of innovative therapies. Based in San Diego, California, she has contributed to the company's commitment to delivering high-quality products.
Previous Experience in Quality Assurance
Prior to her current role, Laura Verrengia held several positions in quality assurance across various pharmaceutical companies. She worked at Ionis Pharmaceuticals, Inc. as a Senior Quality Assurance Associate from 2009 to 2011. She also served as a Senior Analyst in Corporate Quality at Amylin Pharmaceuticals for six months in 2012. Additionally, she was a Senior Lead Quality Assurance Specialist at Artes Medical from 2005 to 2008 and a Quality Assurance Team Leader at Natural Alternatives International from 2002 to 2005.
Education and Expertise
Laura Verrengia holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of California, Irvine, where she studied from 1991 to 1993. She also attended Central Michigan University from 1997 to 2000. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her expertise in quality systems within the pharmaceutical industry.
Career Progression in Pharmaceuticals
Laura Verrengia has a diverse career in the pharmaceutical industry, with roles that span over two decades. She began her career as a Product Development Specialist at Metabolife International from 1999 to 2002. She then progressed to Natural Alternatives International, followed by Artes Medical. After that, she worked at Acadia Pharmaceuticals as a Senior Manager in Quality Management from 2016 to 2019, before joining Mirati Therapeutics.