This week biotech giant Celgene Corporation announced that it’s president and chief operating officer, Scott A. Smith, has decided to leave his position immediately. In his place, CEO and chairman Mark J. Alles, who has had the position since 2016, will be taking over his responsibilities. According to Celgene, there is a “resuffling” of its … Continue reading “Celgene Loses its President and COO”
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