Amanda Bell
Quality Assurance Supervisor – Wilmington, OH

I came to Alkermes over eight years ago, having just graduated from college. Since I first stepped through the door, Alkermes has continually evolved and changed and I have had the opportunity to be along for the adventure. The company has provided me with many opportunities for growth and development, and currently I serve as a Quality Assurance Supervisor. In this role, my main responsibilities include supporting day-to-day processing and batch record review and release. These activities help ensure our patients receive a safe and quality drug. Working beside people who are knowledgeable, dedicated and work with integrity has been a wonderful and fulfilling experience for me. 

Andrew Sorg
Associate Director, Manufacturing – Wilmington, OH

I joined Alkermes right out of college armed with a chemistry degree and a desire to work in the healthcare industry. I imagined that I would work in a lab but ended up in manufacturing where I have held several positions over more than 15 years. In my current role, I lead the Bulk Formulation, Polymer and Clinical Manufacturing Departments. The work is challenging yet rewarding, because at the end of the day I can say that I worked with some really incredible people to potentially help make patients' lives a little better. I am proud to be a part of what we do here at Alkermes.

Bill Lippke
Clinical Manufacturing Manager – Wilmington, OH

I joined Alkermes because I needed a job and it has turned into so much more; I have found an exciting career. The idea that we can affect people so dramatically with the products we are currently working on keeps us going at the demanding pace we maintain in Clinical Manufacturing. In my role as manager of the Clinical Manufacturing Department at the Wilmington, Ohio site, I oversee our three functions: clinical formulation, sublotting of material for filling in Cambridge and hand filling for current clinical trials. My main motivation lies in providing the highest quality product possible to our partners.

Casandra Lewis
Team Leader, Polymer Manufacturing - Wilmington, OH

I joined Alkermes in July 1996 as a metrologist in the Engineering Department. In that role, I was responsible for the accuracy of instruments used for monitoring and controlling process parameters such as temperature, pressure, flow rate and humidity. In 2005, I transferred from Engineering to the Manufacturing Department, to further my knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry. Currently, I am a team leader in the Manufacturing VIVITROL®/Polymer Department. My work at Alkermes has allowed me to gain valuable knowledge, not only about my field but about the industry as a whole. I am proud to be a part of a company that encourages growth and continued education among its employees.

Joe McCurdy
Commercial Filling Manager - Wilmington, OH
Associates Degree - Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis

I joined Alkermes with 14 years experience in the pharmaceutical industry and have found Alkermes to be very challenging and rewarding. In my role as a Commercial Filling manager, I ensure that all manufacturing systems, processes, equipment, and final products meet or exceed regulatory requirements. As a manager, I work hands-on, meaning I involve all the operators in group decision making, help on the floor when an extra pair of hands is needed, and ensure the production schedules are met. My success is measured by the great pride each of my operators takes in their work and it shows in their unprecedented metrics and accomplishments.

Mirela Goranova
Sr. QA Associate - Wilmington, OH
BS and Master's Degree - National and World Economical University in Sofia, Bulgaria

As a Senior Quality Associate in the QA department, I am responsible for supporting the External Operations group. We help to ensure that our products not only meet quality standards, but also adhere to our timeline. My solid understanding of the pharmaceutical regulations and guidelines are an assurance that these goals are met and that the patients will receive a high quality drug product. Within one year the company made me stronger in my field and increased my positive outlook on a company that cares about its products, employees and customers. Alkermes' atmosphere leads to a positive work environment, which encourages hard work, departmental interaction, career growth and a focus on the major goal of a high quality, profitable and safe product.

Melissa Maple
Associate Director, Quality – Wilmington, OH
BS, Biology – The University of Detroit

I joined the Alkermes community when the company acquired Medisorb® Technologies in 1996. In my first role at Alkermes as a Quality Assurance Team Leader, I supported both the Cincinnati and Wilmington, Ohio facilities. Throughout the years, Alkermes has provided opportunities for me to support aspects of microbiology, validation, polymer, oral technology, quality compliance and clinical/commercial operations. I feel privileged to work alongside so many people who bring dedication and expertise to the company. I enjoy working with individuals who share the same goal to utilize Alkermes technology to manufacture quality products in order to help improve the lives of patients. In my current role as Associate Director of Quality, I am inspired by building relationships, solving problems, evolving systems and learning new skills. The moment my job evolved into a career was when I realized that each day at Alkermes begins full of possibilities.

Mike Oberweiser
Manager, Vivitrol/Polymer Manufacturing – Wilmington, OH
MBA – Capital University

I joined Alkermes with over seven years of leadership experience from the Navy. I had decided it was time to change my field; however, I wanted to remain in a leadership position and Alkermes provided me that opportunity. I am currently a manager of a team in the Manufacturing Department with the responsibility for formulation of VIVITROL and production of several polymer products. I also work with many other departments to ensure that we continue to make high quality products with the best business and technology systems available. My goal and motivation is to provide hands-on leadership for my team, have a technical understanding of the process and systems, and continue to make the products that allow Alkermes to excel. I take pride that my role allows us to provide medicines to our partners and customers and could ultimately improve patients’ lives.

Ryan Turncliff
Senior Scientist II Pharmacokinetics – Waltham, MA
PhD - University of North Carolina School of Pharmacy

After completing a PhD program with an emphasis on drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics, I joined the Clinical Pharmacology group at Alkermes. I was interested in working at a dynamic company where I could make significant contributions as well as grow professionally. In my current role as a member of the Translational Medicine group, I support new drug discovery and non-clinical development as well as early phase 1 and phase 2 clinical pharmacology studies. I find the fast-paced environment at Alkermes and the ability to work on multiple projects across all stages of drug development is exciting and rewarding.