David Manser
About David Manser
David Manser is the Senior Director of Global CMC and Commercial Integration at Alkermes, with a strong background in chemistry and industrial pharmaceutical sciences.
Current Position at Alkermes
David Manser serves as the Senior Director of Global CMC and Commercial Integration at Alkermes. He has been with the company for nearly two decades, having started in January 2004. In his current role, David is responsible for overseeing critical aspects of chemistry, manufacturing, and control (CMC) as well as integrating commercial strategies on a global scale.
Previous Role at Syngenta Crop Protection
Before joining Alkermes, David Manser worked for over a decade at Syngenta Crop Protection. From 1992 to 2003, he held the role of Senior Formulation Design Chemist in Yalding. In this position, he gained extensive experience in formulation design, contributing significantly to the company's research and development initiatives.
Educational Background
David Manser has a strong academic foundation in both chemistry and industrial pharmaceutical sciences. He earned his Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Chemistry from the University of Kent, studying there from 1992 to 1997. Later, he pursued a Master's Degree in Industrial Pharmaceutical Sciences at The University of Manchester, completing this program from 2008 to 2014.
Professional Experience at Alkermes
David Manser has held a pivotal role at Alkermes Pharma Ireland Ltd for nearly two decades. Since joining the company in January 2004, he has steadily advanced to his current position as Senior Director of Global CMC and Commercial Integration. His extensive tenure at Alkermes underscores his expertise in and contributions to the pharmaceutical industry.