Going forward, approximately 50% of business for the new Chiltern will be in oncology services with 10 physicians and approximately 70 project managers dedicated to oncology. We are fortunate to have found the ideal partner with a complete understanding and commitment to the unique needs of our emerging biotech clientele.” There is a perfect strategic fit between our companies and I’m excited to work with the entire Ockham team to ensure a seamless continuation in the delivery of high quality services to all of the combined company’s clients.”Įsinhart’s sentiments were echoed by Baker, who noted “In Ockham’s continuing progression toward building the top niche oncology CRO, our joining with Chiltern has been an easy choice, allowing us to leverage Chiltern’s global reach and highly developed staffing business in Europe, both of which are complementary to Ockham’s deep oncology expertise and source business in the US. “Throughout this process I have been extremely impressed by the skill and professionalism of Ockham’s employees, the quality services they deliver, and the vision of the leadership team. “This merger is a natural progression towards our strategic goal of becoming the premier specialized mid-tier CRO,” says Esinhart. The final area is global FSP/sourcing provision specializing in tailored resourcing solutions across clinical, regulatory, medical, and biometrics. The second is biopharmaceutical services, where the new company will gain both increased global reach and scale in respiratory, ophthalmology, infectious disease, vaccines, and dermatology. The first is Oncology, where Ockham has expertise across all clinical phases of development. Clients in all of these areas are expected to benefit from the fuller range of services and the enhanced global network of employees and expertise. Baker becoming Chief Development Officer and Nick Thornton remaining as Chairman.Ĭhiltern has identified three key areas that will be strengthened by the acquisition. Jim Esinhart will become CEO of the Chiltern Group, with Ockham CEO James V. In keeping both management teams onboard, the company expects a smooth and seamless continuation of the services customers are currently receiving. The new Chiltern with feature a management team comprised of executives from both Chiltern and Ockham. Ockham, headquartered in Cary, NC, has expertise in oncology and sourcing and also has multiple locations in Asia, Europe, North America, and Australia. Its CRO Service include Nonclinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, Clinical Operations, Medical Affairs, Data Management, Biostatistics, Pharmacovigilance, Medical writing.By Ed Miseta, Chief Editor, Clinical Leaderįollow Me On Twitter a global CRO with 2,100 employees in more than 40 countries, has expanded its service portfolio with the acquisition of Ockham. It provides services for companies in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology. satellite offices in Wilmington, NC, Chicago and Philadelphia, and maintains its International operations in Toronto, London and Chennai. Okham is a global Contract Research Organization (CRO), based in Cary, North Carolina.
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