Chris Young

Chris Young is a seasoned professional in pharmaceutical sciences and project management, currently serving as the Director of CMC Program Management at Servier since April 2021. With extensive experience as a Registered Pharmacist since 1999, Chris has held various leadership roles at prominent companies, including Agios Pharmaceuticals and Novartis, where responsibilities encompassed leading CMC teams, driving strategic planning, and overseeing complex development and manufacturing projects. Chris's career began with a solid academic foundation, earning a PhD in Pharmaceutics and a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from The University of Texas at Austin. Notable previous positions also include CMC Project Manager at Vertex Pharmaceuticals, where Chris co-developed strategies for multiple projects, and Research Assistant at The University of Texas, where research focused on formulation design and product characterization.