Jayanthi Rao
About Jayanthi Rao
Jayanthi Rao is a Senior Manager at Bristol-Myers Squibb in Summit, NJ, with a background in managing REMS systems and quality operations. She previously worked at Celgene Corporation and Bayer Diagnostics, and holds degrees in English Literature, Geography, and Secondary Education.
Title at Bristol-Myers Squibb
Jayanthi Rao currently holds the position of Senior Manager at Bristol-Myers Squibb in Summit, NJ. In her role, she manages the CAR T REMS system for the Celgene/Juno Cell Therapy program. Her work involves oversight of complex projects and systems, contributing to the company's focus on innovative medicine and therapies.
Previous Experience at Celgene Corporation
Before joining Bristol-Myers Squibb, Jayanthi Rao served as a Senior Manager at Celgene Corporation from 2005 to 2019. During her 14-year tenure in Summit, NJ, she gained extensive experience in managerial roles, laying the foundation for her current responsibilities. This extensive experience has equipped her with a deep understanding of the pharmaceutical industry's regulatory and quality operations.
Previous Experience at Bayer Diagnostics
From 2000 to 2005, Jayanthi Rao worked as a Senior Associate R&D Engineer at Bayer Diagnostics in Tarrytown, NY. Her role at Bayer Diagnostics allowed her to develop her research and development skills in the diagnostics sector, providing her with valuable experience that has been instrumental in her later managerial positions.
Education and Academic Background
Jayanthi Rao has a diverse educational background. She earned her Bachelor's degree in English Literature and Geography as well as her Master's degree in Geography from Jodhpur National University, Jodhpur. Furthermore, she holds a Bachelor's degree in Secondary Education and Teaching from Annamalai University. This comprehensive academic foundation has enabled her to approach her professional roles with a well-rounded perspective.
Responsibilities at Bristol-Myers Squibb
As a Senior Manager at Bristol-Myers Squibb, Jayanthi Rao is responsible for overseeing several critical functions. She manages the REMS Quality Operations system for audits and customer care related to IMiDS and CAR T products. Additionally, she is accountable for the Pregnancy Registry Tracker application for the Pregnancy Prevention Program (PPP) and the Submissions Tracking tool for Risk Management Plans, ensuring all data is centralized and up-to-date across Core, EU, and Local activities.