Paul Bassett
About Paul Bassett
Paul Bassett is a Lead Engineer II in Process Development at Alkermes, with extensive experience in high potency API processing and regulatory submissions.
Lead Engineer II Process Development at Alkermes
Paul Bassett currently holds the position of Lead Engineer II in Process Development at Alkermes. His role is divided between two sites: Athlone and Ballsbridge, Dublin, Ireland. He leads a cross-functional project team, coordinating up to 14 technicians and 2 process engineers.
Previous Roles at Alkermes and Elan Pharmaceuticals
Paul Bassett has a prolonged history with Alkermes, where he previously worked as a Lead Process Engineer from 2010 to 2013. Prior to that, he held the position of Process Development Engineer at Elan Pharmaceuticals from 2007 to 2010 and Manufacturing Process Engineer from 2004 to 2007.
Experience as Technical Operations Chemist at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Paul began his career as a Technical Operations Chemist at Bristol-Myers Squibb, working from 2000 to 2002 at the company's site in Swords, Dublin, Ireland. This role provided him with essential industry experience in technical operations.
Educational Background in Chemistry
Paul Bassett studied at University College Dublin, where he completed a B.Sc (Hons) in Chemistry from 1995 to 1999. This educational foundation has been pivotal to his continued success in various high-level engineering roles in the pharmaceutical industry.
Expertise in High Potency API Processing
Paul specializes in high potency API processing, including hormones. His technical skills extend to coating thermodynamics and osmotic pump technology. Additionally, he drafts relevant sections of regulatory submission (NDA) documents and has been the Site Process Development lead on proprietary projects from Phase 1 formulation development through to registration and validation.