Nycomed US Inc. has announced the appointment of Jeff Wasserstein as its new Sr. Vice President, Business Development and Strategy. Jeff will be responsible for the evaluation and execution of Nycomed US growth strategies to meet US portfolio and financial needs through the execution of in-licensing, acquisitions and out-partnering opportunities. He will report to Steve Andrzejewski, CEO of Nycomed US.
Jeff has 20 years experience working in pharmaceutical companies, including Dr. Reddy's and Schering Plough. Jeff founded, built and led Promius Pharma for Dr. Reddy's as its President. Jeff holds a law degree from New York University School of Law and spent time working at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, specializing in mergers and acquisitions. Jeff also has a BA in Government from Franklin & Marshall College.
"We are delighted that Jeff will be joining us," says Steve Andrzejewski, CEO of Nycomed US. "Jeff's background in dermatology, commercial leadership and legal experience in M & A will provide us with the expertise to build a stronger pipeline and future for the Company."