Soujanya Muralidhara, Ph.D
About Soujanya Muralidhara, Ph.D
Soujanya Muralidhara, Ph.D, is a Senior Product Development Engineer at Berry Global, Inc., with extensive experience in the adhesives industry and a strong background in polymer science. She has held various academic and engineering roles, including teaching and research positions at UMass Lowell.
Work at Berry Global, Inc.
Soujanya Muralidhara has been employed at Berry Global, Inc. since 2021, serving as a Senior Product Development Engineer. In this role, she focuses on product development within the adhesives industry. Prior to her current position, she worked at Berry Global as a Product Development Engineer from 2016 to 2021. Additionally, she has served as a Technical Committee Representative to the Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (PSTC) since 2018. Her tenure at Berry Global spans over six years, contributing to advancements in polymer science and technology.
Education and Expertise
Soujanya Muralidhara holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Plastics Engineering from the University of Massachusetts Lowell, where she studied from 2011 to 2016. She also earned a Master's Degree in Plastics Engineering from the same institution, completing her studies from 2009 to 2014. Earlier, she obtained a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Polymer Science and Technology from Visvesvaraya Technological University from 2005 to 2009. Her educational background equips her with strong skills in polymer and plastics engineering, particularly in product development and research within the adhesives industry.
Background
Soujanya Muralidhara has a diverse professional background that includes teaching and research roles at the University of Massachusetts Lowell. She worked as a Teaching Assistant from 2010 to 2015 and as a Research Assistant from 2011 to 2016. Prior to her academic roles, she gained practical experience as a Product Development Intern at Bemis Associates in 2015. Her early education included studies at Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI) School and Sadvidya Pre University Composite College.
Professional Experience at UMass Lowell
During her time at the University of Massachusetts Lowell, Soujanya Muralidhara held multiple positions. She served as an Instructor for four months in 2016, contributing to the educational development of students. Additionally, she was involved in research and teaching as a Research Assistant and Teaching Assistant from 2010 to 2016. These roles allowed her to develop her expertise in plastics engineering and engage in academic research.
Contributions to the Adhesives Industry
Soujanya Muralidhara has made significant contributions to the adhesives industry through her work at Berry Global, Inc. and her involvement with the Pressure Sensitive Tape Council (PSTC). Her expertise in polymer science and technology allows her to play a vital role in product development and research initiatives. Her focus on adhesives positions her as a knowledgeable professional in this specialized field.