Pharmaxis Ltd. announced the appointment of experienced international pharmaceutical executive Dr. Simon Buckingham, to its Board of Directors. Dr. Buckingham has more than 20 years experience in top tier pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies with expertise in general management, sales and marketing, clinical development, business development and corporate strategic planning. During his career Dr. Buckingham has worked across a range of therapeutic areas including cardiovascular and respiratory medicine. Most recently, he held the position of President, Global Corporate and Business Development for a large pharmaceutical company and remains affiliated with that company through a global senior advisory role.