Agenus Inc. promoted Jean-Marie Cuillerot to the position of chief medical officer.

Cuillerot joined the company in 2016 as the vice president and global head of clinical development. He has been affiliated with Merck Serono and Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. in the past.

In his new position, Cuillerot will shape the company's clinical development strategy to ensure its alignment with corporate aims.