Neurocrine Reinstates Former CMO Eiry Roberts as Chief Medical Officer
Sep 28, 2026, 4:24 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Leadership continuity at NBIX reduces execution risk for late-stage programs and CRENESSITY; investors typically reward stable management during milestone-driven phases, though lack of financial terms tempers upside.
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Neurocrine Biosciences named Eiry W. Roberts, MD, back as Chief Medical Officer, effective immediately, while Sanjay Keswani departs by mutual agreement. Roberts previously led INGREZZA indications and the crinecerfont program that produced CRENESSITY FDA approval, signaling continuity for late-stage programs. The move may bolster pipeline execution and near-term milestones, though no financial terms were disclosed.
Eiry Roberts rejoin NBIX as Chief Medical Officer, effective immediately.
Sanjay Keswani departs the company by mutual agreement.
Roberts previously CMO from 2018–2025, led INGREZZA expansions and CRENESSITY work.
CRENESSITY FDA approval tied to the crinecerfont program under her leadership.
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