Thanga Mariappan
About Thanga Mariappan
Thanga Mariappan is the Director and Head of Pharmaceutical Candidate Optimization at Bristol Myers Squibb and the President of the Indian Society for the Study of Xenobiotics in Bangalore, India.
Title and Current Roles
Thanga Mariappan serves as the Director and Head of Pharmaceutical Candidate Optimization (PCO) at Bristol Myers Squibb, located in Bangalore, India. He also presides over the Indian Society for the Study of Xenobiotics (SSX, India), contributing to leadership roles in two prominent organizations.
Professional Experience at Bristol Myers Squibb
Since April 2020, Thanga Mariappan has been leading the Pharmaceutical Candidate Optimization (PCO) team at Bristol Myers Squibb in Bangalore, India. His expertise drives the optimization of drug candidates, advancing the company's research and development capabilities in the pharmaceutical field.
Past Experience with Biocon Bristol-Myers Squibb R&D Centre
Thanga Mariappan has held various roles at Biocon Bristol-Myers Squibb Research and Development Centre, Syngene International Ltd. in Bangalore. From 2009 to 2020, he progressed from Senior Research Investigator to Senior Lead Investigator, contributing to numerous research initiatives and fostering innovation within the organization.
Education and Academic Background
Thanga Mariappan earned his B.Pharm. from Dr. M.G.R. Medical University, followed by an M.S. (Pharm.) and Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences from the National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research. His strong academic foundation has significantly contributed to his research and professional success.
Previous Roles and Responsibilities
In addition to his current and notable past roles, Thanga Mariappan has experience working as a Senior Research Scientist and Program Manager at Piramal Healthcare Ltd., and as a Research Scientist II at Orchid Research Laboratories Ltd. His varied experiences across different organizations reflect a robust and diverse background in pharmaceutical research.