About Us
We are SK Life Science,a CNS-focused pharmaceutical company
Values define us
At SK Life Science, Inc. (SKLSI), we aim to embody our core values. They are what you can expect from us.
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Empower excellence
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Be fully engaged
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Appreciate and recognize people
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Embody a pioneering spirit
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Always do the right thing
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Inspire happiness!
Tireless in our commitment to the CNS community
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We are proud to be the first Korea-based company to discover, develop and commercialize a molecule from inception through FDA approval without partnering or out-licensing
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We have 30 years of experience in R&D and are dedicated to changing the status quo in CNS
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We currently have 8 compounds in the clinical development pipeline
SK Life Science: a history of discovery
SK Life Science is a subsidiary of SK Biopharmaceuticals, focused on developing innovative, next-generation drugs. Both are a part of SK Group, a global conglomerate headquartered in Korea.
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A global presence
SK Life Science is a subsidiary of SK Biopharmaceuticals, Co., Ltd., and a part of SK Group—a large conglomerate global corporation
Our CEO
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Donghoon Lee
President &
Chief Executive Officer
Mr. Donghoon Lee is the Chief Executive Officer and President of SK Biopharmaceuticals and its U.S. subsidiary SK Life Science. His vision is to transform SK Biopharmaceuticals and SK Life Science into a leading global healthcare company, while generating synergy with SK Group, its affiliates, and partners.
Previously, Mr. Lee was the Executive Vice President and Head of Bio Investment Center of SK Inc. where he executed key investment deals in line with SK Group’s vision to fortify a variety of business units as its main growth drivers.
He spearheaded SK’s global deals such as launching a U.S. joint venture called ProteoVant, with Switzerland-based Roivant Sciences; acquiring France-based Yposkesi, a CDMO for cell and gene therapies; and making investments in the Center for Breakthrough Medicines.
Mr. Lee previously held leadership positions at the global professional services firm, KPMG, and pharmaceutical companies, including as the CEO and Executive Vice President of Dong-A Socio Holdings.
Mr. Lee was educated at Seoul National University and at Ohio State University where he received his MBA in Finance and Accounting.
SK Group: key facts
2nd
Second largest
conglomerate in
Korea (2021)1
1953
Founded in 1953
(textiles)2
119 B
$119 billion in revenue
(2019)2
97
#97 by revenue on the
Fortune Global 500
list of companies3
270+
Number of global
partners and affiliates2
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Our goal
Become a global leader in CNS by unlocking the complex mysteries of the brain
Partnerships
Pushing innovation forward together Want to collaborate with us?
Because more can be done when people come together, we seek partnerships with universities, government organizations, and pharmaceutical and biotech companies across multiple therapeutic areas.
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Ethics & Compliance Program
SK Life Science, Inc. is committed to conducting business honestly, ethically, and in compliance with laws and regulations. Our goal is to conduct business and promote our products in an informed, compliant manner. Our program is tailored to meet the standards set forth by the Office of Inspector General (OIG) for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services in its Compliance Program Guidance for Pharmaceutical Manufacturers, as well as other relevant industry guidance and laws.
The SKLSI Compliance and Ethics Hotline offers employees, business partners, customers, and members of the public the opportunity to report concerns about potential misconduct or unethical behavior. To submit a question or concern, please contact our anonymous hotline at 833-490-0007, or visit www.lighthhouse-services.com/sklsi.
CA Annual Declaration of Compliance
SK Life Science, Inc. (SKLSI) has a Comprehensive Compliance Program (CCP) in accordance with the requirements set forth by California Health & Safety Code §§ 119400-119402. To view SKLSI’s declaration of compliance, click the link below:
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