David Gaffin
About David Gaffin
David Gaffin is the Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, and Chief Compliance Officer at Alkermes, Inc., with over 20 years of experience in the legal and compliance fields.
Current Role at Alkermes, Inc.
David Gaffin serves as the Senior Vice President, Chief Legal Officer, and Chief Compliance Officer at Alkermes, Inc. In his current role, he oversees all legal, compliance, and corporate governance matters for the company. Having joined Alkermes in 2005, Gaffin has held multiple leadership roles within the organization, contributing significantly to its corporate governance and compliance programs.
Career at Alkermes, Inc.
David Gaffin has been an integral part of Alkermes since 2005. He has held various positions, starting as Director from 2005 to 2009, followed by Senior Director from 2009 to 2012. He then advanced to Vice President, Deputy General Counsel, serving from 2012 to 2016. His career trajectory within Alkermes highlights his expertise and leadership in legal and compliance matters.
Experience in the Biopharmaceutical Industry
With more than 17 years in the biopharmaceutical industry, David Gaffin's extensive experience includes handling complex regulatory environments and corporate governance. Before joining Alkermes, he was Assistant General Counsel at Biogen Idec Inc. from 2003 to 2005 where he provided legal counsel on product and compliance-related matters, including collaboration and licensing transactions.
Educational Background
David Gaffin holds a Juris Doctor from Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law and a Master of Business Administration from the J.L. Kellogg Graduate School of Management, both completed in 2000. Additionally, he earned a bachelor's degree in Social Studies from Harvard University in 1993. This robust educational foundation has equipped him with the multidisciplinary expertise necessary for his roles in legal and compliance fields.
Early Career and Background
David Gaffin began his career in law and public service. From 1994 to 1996, he worked as a Fundraiser at Public Allies. Following this role, he served as an Associate at Hale and Dorr LLP from 2000 to 2003. His early career provided a strong foundation in legal practice and public engagement, which has been instrumental in his subsequent positions in the biopharmaceutical sector.