Derek Matthies
About Derek Matthies
Derek Matthies is a Senior Pharmacovigilance Scientist at Alkermes with a background in pharmacy and extensive experience in drug safety and risk management.
Current Title and Company
Derek Matthies holds the title of Senior Pharmacovigilance Scientist at Alkermes. In his current role at the company, he is responsible for overseeing safety surveillance strategies and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Previous Positions in Pharmacovigilance
Prior to his current role, Derek Matthies worked at Alkermes as a Pharmacovigilance Scientist from 2018 to 2020 in Waltham, Massachusetts. He also served as a Postdoctoral Drug Safety and Risk Management Fellow at Seattle Genetics from 2017 to 2018 in Seattle, Washington. In both roles, he gained significant experience in drug safety evaluation and risk management.
Internship Experience in Pharmacy
Derek Matthies accumulated diverse experience in pharmacy through several internship positions. He interned at Alkermes from 2016 to 2017 and at Brigham and Women's Hospital in 2015. Additionally, he held an internship at Ciampa Apothecary from 2013 to 2015. These internships allowed him to develop foundational skills in pharmacy operations and patient safety.
Educational Background in Pharmacy
Derek Matthies earned his Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree from the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, having studied there from 2011 to 2017. Prior to that, he attended Boston College High School from 2007 to 2011. His education provided a strong academic foundation for his career in pharmacovigilance and pharmacy.
Contribution to Safety Surveillance and Risk Management
During his tenure at Alkermes, Derek Matthies contributed to the development and implementation of safety surveillance strategies. He participated in cross-functional teams to address safety concerns and regulatory requirements. His responsibilities included conducting signal detection and evaluation activities, developing risk management plans, and presenting findings at meetings.
Additional Experience and Roles
Beyond his roles in pharmacy, Derek Matthies worked at MA Hockey League, LLC as a Hockey Coach and Skills Coordinator from 2013 to 2019. This position allowed him to develop leadership and coordination skills outside of his primary professional focus.