Vir CEO George Scangos, Set To Retire, Reflects On A Long Career In Biotech

Bayer pharmaceuticals executive Marianne De Backer will succeed Scangos at Vir, tasked with advancing several mid-stage programs in areas like hepatitis B and influenza to late-stage development.

Scangos_George_1200x675 — George Scangos is retiring as a biotech CEO

Vir Biotechnology, Inc. CEO and longtime industry veteran George Scangos will retire in April, capping a long career in the biotech industry that included 14 years leading the cancer companyExelixis, Inc., seven years as CEO of Biogen, Inc. and six years overseeing the infectious disease start up Vir. Scangos' leadership track record – from raising cash to executing deals and shepherding drugs to market – earned him the respect of peers and investors.

Scangos will not leave the stage altogether. He will remain as an advisor to Vir through June and assist his...

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