Keshava Datta
About Keshava Datta
Keshava Datta serves as the Director of Research Development at Biosense Webster, where he has worked for nearly two decades. He holds a Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Maryland Baltimore County and has a strong background in leading R&D initiatives and mentoring talent within the organization.
Current Role at Biosense Webster
Keshava Datta serves as the Director of Research Development at Biosense Webster, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he operates on-site in Irvine, California, overseeing various research initiatives. His responsibilities include managing a budget of $5 million per year for the R&D team and providing weekly updates to senior management regarding project progress. He has been instrumental in facilitating team building and managing direct reports and contractors within the organization.
Previous Experience at Biosense Webster
Prior to his current role, Keshava Datta worked at Biosense Webster as a Senior Manager from 2015 to 2020. During this five-year tenure, he contributed significantly to the organization while working on-site. He has also held the position of Senior Technical Lead since 2005, accumulating 19 years of experience in the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area. His extensive background at Biosense Webster includes mentoring and coaching critical talents within the R&D organization.
Educational Background
Keshava Datta earned his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Maryland Baltimore County, where he studied from 1997 to 2002. His foundational education includes attending the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), where he completed his high school education from 1986 to 1990. This academic background has equipped him with the technical knowledge necessary for his roles in research and development.
Previous Role at Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc.
Before joining Biosense Webster, Keshava Datta worked as a Design Engineer at Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc. from 2004 to 2005. This role lasted for one year and contributed to his experience in engineering and design, further enhancing his capabilities in the medical device industry.
Key Contributions to R&D
Keshava Datta has led significant initiatives in the R&D department at Biosense Webster. Notably, he was responsible for the introduction of the first pulsed field ablation platform for the first-ever launched Biosense Webster catheter. His leadership in these projects reflects his commitment to advancing technology within the medical device field.