Our
People
Your Product. Expertly Handled.
At Eirgen Pharma, our team is the engine behind our global reputation for excellence. Based in Ireland, we bring deep expertise, a commitment to quality, and a drive for innovation, ensuring your product meets the highest standards every step of the way.
Meet Our Senior Management Team
Chief Executive Officer
Damien Burke
Damien joined Eirgen in 2006 as one of the original members of the start-up team. He has worked in diverse roles across the pharmaceutical sector including R&D, manufacturing, and packaging operations, artwork management and packaging technology. Damien was our Head of Commercial Operations for several years before being appointment to his current role as CEO in October 2019.
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Head of Operations
Dan Delaney
Dan joined the Eirgen Pharma in 2015 as Supply Chain Manager and was appointed Head of Commercial Operations in 2019. Following over two successful years leading Supply Chain and Business Development, he stepped into the role of Head of Operations, overseeing all manufacturing and packaging activities, including our upcoming capacity expansion. With over 30 years of industry experience, Dan brings a strong foundation in engineering and a proven track record in operational leadership.
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Head of Engineering and Research & Development
James Murphy
James joined Eirgen in 2021 as Head of Engineering with over 18 years of experience in Technical and Leadership roles. For the past two decades he has worked in research, product development, and manufacturing engineering across the medical industry. This included leadership roles with Terumo, Cook Medical, and Boston Scientific.
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Head of Finance
Jan Willem Blüm
Jan Willem joined Eirgen in 2021, with over 17 years experience in senior finance and leadership roles. Alongside his financial career, he has held senior positions in planning, logistics, IT, and marketing. His career, has seen him hold positions in the Netherlands, France, and Ireland.​​​​
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Head of Talent and Organizational Development
Sarah Doherty
Sarah joined Eirgen in September as Head of Talent and Organizational Development. With over 20 years experience in HR, she has focused primarily on talent, engagement, and strategic HR. Sarah has led teams across Ireland and Australia and has worked in a range of industries including pharmaceuticals, electronics, finance, and nutrition. At Eirgen, Sarah is responsible for driving our HR strategy and enabling excellence through our people.
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Head of Quality
Clodagh Dunne
Clodagh joined Eirgen in 2015 as QC & Stability Analyst, having earned her BSc in Forensic & Environmental Chemistry from TU Dublin. She has since held key roles across QC and QA, leading to her appointment as Head of Quality in April 2025. Clodagh is currently pursuing her MSc in Pharmaceutical Technology & Quality Systems. Clodagh is passionate about science for its ability to turn questions into answers - and spark new ones along the way!
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