Tim Scott
About Tim Scott
Tim Scott serves as the President and CEO of AustinPx and holds multiple leadership roles in various organizations, including Chairman of the Board at TEGA Therapeutics and Member of the Board of Trustees at the University of San Diego. He has extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, having co-founded Pharmatek Laboratories and served on the boards of several biotech companies.
Current Role at AustinPx
Tim Scott serves as the President and CEO of AustinPx, Pharmaceutics and Manufacturing, since 2022. In this role, he oversees the strategic direction and operations of the company, which is based in Austin, Texas. His leadership is focused on advancing the company's mission within the pharmaceutical sector.
Board Memberships and Leadership Positions
Tim Scott holds several significant positions on various boards. He has been a member of the Board of Trustees at the University of San Diego since 2022. Additionally, he serves on the boards of Avelas Biosciences, DTxPharma, and La Jolla Playhouse. He is also the Chairman of the Board at Biocom California and has been involved with CONNECT - San Diego as Past Board Chair since 2015.
Educational Background
Tim Scott earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biochemistry from UC San Diego from 1983 to 1987. He furthered his education at the University of San Diego School of Law, where he obtained his Juris Doctor (JD) from 1992 to 1995. His educational background supports his extensive career in the pharmaceutical industry.
Experience in Pharmaceutical Industry
Tim Scott has over twenty years of leadership experience in the pharmaceutical contract development and manufacturing organization sector. He co-founded Pharmatek Laboratories and served as its President until 2016, leading its growth and eventual sale to Catalent Pharma Solutions. He was also the CEO and co-founder of TEGA Therapeutics, Inc. from 2014 to 2022.
Contributions to Biotech and Nonprofit Sectors
Tim Scott has played a pivotal role in founding or supporting multiple biotech spinouts at UC San Diego, including Zacharon Pharmaceuticals, TEGA Therapeutics, and others. He is actively involved in nonprofit organizations, serving as a trustee for the University of San Diego, La Jolla Playhouse, and Outside the Lens.