Jun 2018 – Feb 2019 · 8 mos

• Spearheaded market development initiatives for molecular diagnostics products across new regions, increasing product visibility and adoption in academic and research institutions.
• Established and managed a distributor network in key international markets, providing ongoing technical support and promotional strategies to drive sales growth.
• Organized and conducted workshops, roadshows, and technical seminars to educate researchers and lab professionals on product applications and benefits.
• Led cross-functional teams, coordinating efforts between sales, technical, and regulatory teams to ensure successful project execution and client satisfaction.
• Developed and executed strategic business plans that contributed to increased market share and profitability within target regions.
• Expanded the client base by identifying high-potential business opportunities and building strong relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers.

Nov 2017 – May 2018 · 6 mos · Bengaluru Area, India

• Founded and led a molecular diagnostics startup from concept to operational launch, including market research, business planning, and regulatory engagement.
• Liaised with regulatory authorities to obtain necessary approvals for company registration and product compliance in alignment with national health regulations.
• Sourced products through OEM partnerships, negotiating with manufacturers to ensure cost-effective and quality supply for diagnostics and research markets.
• Developed and implemented SOPs for research operations in molecular biology and proteomics, ensuring consistency, safety, and documentation readiness.
• Promoted in-house assay kits and molecular products by leading client engagements and technical presentations across academic and clinical institutions.
• Managed end-to-end project delivery, improving customer satisfaction through on-time fulfillment and responsive technical support.

Jan 2015 – Nov 2017 · 2 yrs 10 mos · Bengaluru Area, India

• Directed day-to-day research operations in molecular biology and proteomics, ensuring alignment with scientific and commercial objectives.
• Led the design and execution of new product development projects, from concept through validation, targeting diagnostics and life science markets.
• Established strategic partnerships with Indian and international firms for OEM sourcing, technology transfer, and joint development initiatives.
• Oversaw the preparation of regulatory, technical, and quality documentation to support product readiness and market entry.
• Coordinated closely with co-directors across R&D, finance, and commercial functions to align company strategy and drive business goals.
• Played a key role in regulatory liaison and business setup, contributing to the successful establishment and early growth of the organization.

May 2013 – Oct 2014 · 1 yr 5 mos · Hyderabad Area, India

• Prepared product catalogs for the U.S. and international markets, incorporating technical specifications and compliance considerations.
• Oversaw the development and release of FISH probes, special stains, and antibody panels, including preparation of supporting documentation and labeling materials.
• Created technical brochures, product manuals, safety data sheets (SDS), and presentations in alignment with global regulatory and marketing standards.
• Provided hands-on training to lab personnel on IHC, ISH, and FISH protocols using automated XMatrx systems, ensuring consistency in assay performance.
• Improved research quality by optimizing experimental designs and introducing enhanced data analysis methodologies.
• Fostered interdisciplinary research collaborations, resulting in more robust experimental outcomes and increased project scope.
• Streamlined laboratory workflows to reduce operational costs and enhance productivity across pathology assay projects.

Nov 2010 – Dec 2012 · 2 yrs 1 mo

Mar 2003 – Oct 2009 · 6 yrs 7 mos

• Training new PhD students and other Project students in the lab, Designing projects for their thesis work, etc,
• EDUCATIONAL PROFILE; Training new M.Sc students and other Project students in the lab, Designing projects for their thesis work, etc, The title of my thesis is, ““Heterologous expression and large scale purification of recombinant organophosphate hydrolase (OPH) from E. coli and its use in decontamination of organophosphates and nerve gas agents”