Lakshmi Rao
About Lakshmi Rao
Lakshmi Rao is a Project Manager Cell Therapy at Bristol Myers Squibb in Summit, New Jersey, with over a decade of experience in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry.
Current Position at Bristol Myers Squibb
Lakshmi Rao is currently serving as the Project Manager for Cell Therapy at Bristol Myers Squibb, located in Summit, New Jersey. In her role, she is responsible for overseeing and managing various cell therapy projects, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic objectives. Her work at Bristol Myers Squibb involves coordinating cross-functional teams and managing timelines, budgets, and deliverables within the cell therapy domain.
Previous Role at Johnson & Johnson
Before joining Bristol Myers Squibb, Lakshmi Rao worked as a Senior Project Manager at Johnson & Johnson from 2019 to 2021 in Titusville, New Jersey. During her tenure, she managed multiple projects that aimed to advance the company's healthcare solutions. Her responsibilities included project planning, team coordination, and contributing to the successful execution of development projects within the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors.
Work Experience at Sandoz
In 2019, Lakshmi Rao served as an Analyst/Project Manager at Sandoz in Princeton, New Jersey, for a period of five months. During this time, she demonstrated her ability to transition from an analyst role to a project management position. Her work encompassed data analysis and project coordination, contributing to various projects within the pharmaceutical industry.
Jr. Project Manager at Bracco Diagnostics Inc
Lakshmi Rao began her project management career at Bracco Diagnostics Inc as a Junior Project Manager from 2017 to 2019 in Cranbury, New Jersey. In this role, she was involved in managing smaller-scale projects and assisting senior project managers with planning and execution. Her responsibilities included coordinating project activities, managing schedules, and supporting the overall project lifecycle within the medical diagnostics field.
Educational Background
Lakshmi Rao completed her Bachelor of Engineering (BE) in Engineering/Industrial Management from Ramaiah Institute Of Technology, where she studied from 1999 to 2003. Her education provided her with a solid foundation in engineering principles and industrial management, equipping her with the skills necessary to excel in project management roles within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries.