Codexis, a developer of industrial enzymes to enable the cost-advantaged production of biofuels, bio-based chemicals and pharmaceutical intermediates, announced the appointment of John J. Nicols as President and Chief Executive Officer. He will begin his new role on June 13, 2012.

Mr. Nicols will also be appointed to the company's Board of Directors following the commencement of his employment as President and Chief Executive Officer.

Mr. Nicols served most recently as Senior Vice President, Strategic Development and Catalysts, at Albemarle, a specialty chemicals company with a current market capitalization in excess of $5 billion.