Ashok Dongre
About Ashok Dongre
Title
Ashok Dongre serves as the Director and Head of Proteomics at Bristol-Myers Squibb in the Greater New York City Area. In this role, he oversees the proteomics division and leads initiatives that are critical to the company's drug discovery and translational research efforts.
Professional Background
Ashok Dongre's career at Bristol-Myers Squibb is marked by progressive roles of increasing responsibility. Starting as a Research Investigator in 1998, he advanced to Sr. Research Investigator (2000-2004), Associate Director (Clinical Discovery-Biomarkers) from 2004 to 2008, and then Associate Director (Applied Genomics) from 2008 to 2018. Prior to his current role, he accumulated significant experience in proteomics, genomics, and bio-analytical techniques, which underpin his current leadership position.
Education and Expertise
Dongre holds a Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry (Bio-Analytical Mass Spectrometry) from Virginia Commonwealth University (1991-1996). He completed a postdoctoral fellowship in Molecular Biotechnology & Immunology at the University of Washington (1996-1997). His academic foundation also includes an M.Sc. in Chemistry and a B.Sc. in Chemistry from the University of Mumbai. Dongre’s education has equipped him with deep expertise in bio-analytical, biochemical, proteomic, and genomic molecular profiling techniques.
Scientific Contributions
Ashok Dongre has made significant scientific contributions, holding three issued US patents and their foreign equivalents. He has authored 28 peer-reviewed scientific publications and delivered over 50 scholarly presentations. His work primarily focuses on developing and implementing advanced bio-analytical and molecular profiling techniques that contribute to drug discovery and translational research.
Professional Skills
Dongre possesses extensive experience in leveraging external partnerships and outsourcing opportunities to meet therapeutic area goals. He is skilled in coordinating cross-functional scientific and research teams, demonstrating strong leadership and team-building abilities. He maintains the highest standards of ethics, integrity, and quality in his professional endeavors, ensuring the rigorous execution of scientific programs.