Almac Pharma Services announced the appointment of Terry Ernest as its new Director of Manufacturing Science and Technology.
Terry has extensive experience within the pharmaceutical development and manufacturing industry, including a deep knowledge of a variety of dose forms including modified release formulations, tablets, capsules, oral liquids and sterile liquids.
A Chartered Biologist with a Masters Degree in Industrial Pharmacy and PhD in Pharmaceutics, Terry joins Almac from GSK where he held a number of senior positions over his 30 year tenure, including his most recent role as Director, Product Development at its site in Ware, UK.
As a subject matter expert in age-appropriate drug development, Terry is a member of several paediatric focus groups in addition to multiple product development industry bodies and has published a number of papers on the topic. He has also been invited to deliver technical presentations at global conferences and industry events throughout the last 20 years.
James Hurst, VP Operations & Charnwood Site Head, commented on Terry’s appointment “We are delighted to welcome Terry to our team of established experts. His vast experience and product development expertise will provide additional technical support to our growing client base. His appointment comes at an exciting time as we proceed with our strategic growth plans by investing in our facilities, technology and our most vital asset, our people, as we continue to offer our clients, and ultimately patients across the world, a best-in-class service offering.”
Terry’s appointment comes just weeks after Almac Pharma Services announced the completion of a custom-built, high-volume facility significantly increasing its commercial manufacturing and packaging capacity, forming part of the Group’s ongoing global expansion investment programme totalling £400m.