Emergent BioSolutions Inc, a global company providing solutions that address public health threats and delivering life-extending products to market, announced the appointment of Simon Lowry, M.D., as chief medical officer, head of research and development, effective November 18. Dr. Lowry will be responsible for advancing Emergent’s strategic scientific roadmap, and will oversee research and development, regulatory affairs, medical affairs, clinical and biostatistics, and patient safety.
“I am pleased to welcome Dr. Simon Lowry to Emergent, and am confident that under his leadership, we will continue to make a meaningful impact on our patients’ lives,” said Joe Papa, president and chief executive officer of Emergent. “Dr. Lowry has deep, executive-level experience in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industry that will take Emergent’s scientific and research program to the next level, a critical step in our multi-year plan to turnaround and transform the company.”
Dr. Lowry brings over 25 years of experience as a practicing physician, medical director, department head, therapeutic area leader and as chief medical officer for various small and medium sized biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies. He most recently served as chief executive officer for Mysthera Therapeutics AG, an early-stage biotechnology company engaged in the development of PIM kinase inhibitors as therapeutics in autoimmune diseases. Dr. Lowry has extensive experience in multiple therapeutic areas, including rheumatology and pain, oncology, critical care, dermatology and immunology, ophthalmology and transplant, and has led several end-to-end product milestones.
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“I am drawn to Emergent given its strong mission and 25-year history in public health with a portfolio of vital medicines that safeguard communities against serious threats around the world,” said Dr. Lowry. “Emergent has key capabilities to advance its scientific platforms and further its growth strategy, and I’m excited to be a part of this future growth and transformation.”
In addition to Dr. Lowry’s appointment, Jessica Perl has been promoted to General Counsel and Corporate Secretary after serving in the role on an interim basis since August. With nearly two decades of experience as a legal professional providing advanced guidance to business leaders, Perl has been integral in providing meaningful contributions to the development, success, and growth of organizations.
SOURCE: GlobeNewswire