By Katherine Hamilton
Arcus Biosciences named former Amgen executive Richard Markus as its chief medical officer.
The biopharmaceutical company, which is focused on cancer treatments, said Tuesday that Markus is scheduled to begin the role on Jan. 31.
Markus previously worked at biotechnology company Amgen for 13 years in various roles, including vice president of global development. Most recently, he founded an oncology-focused drug company called Dantari, where he served as chief executive.
Markus succeeds Dimitry Nuyten, who is set to depart the company to pursue other opportunities. In 2023, Nuyten made a base salary of $562,000 and a total compensation of $3.69 billion, according to a filing from the company.
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(END) Dow Jones Newswires
January 21, 2025 16:43 ET (21:43 GMT)
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