Lakshmi Viswanathan, Ms, MBA
About Lakshmi Viswanathan, Ms, MBA
Lakshmi Viswanathan is the Director of Clinical Pharmacology at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals, where she has worked since 2022. She has extensive experience in clinical pharmacology, having previously held positions at Vertex Pharmaceuticals and Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.
Work at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals
Currently, Lakshmi Viswanathan serves as the Director of Clinical Pharmacology at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she leads and manages various cross-functional initiatives, contributing to the company's strategic goals. Prior to her current title, she worked as the Associate Director of Clinical Pharmacology at Deciphera Pharmaceuticals for nine months in 2021. Her responsibilities include overseeing clinical pharmacology projects and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Previous Experience in Clinical Pharmacology
Lakshmi Viswanathan has extensive experience in the field of clinical pharmacology. She worked at Vertex Pharmaceuticals from 2010 to 2021 as a Clinical Pharmacologist, where she spent eleven years in the Greater Boston Area. Before her tenure at Vertex, she was a Research Associate at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center for one year, from 2009 to 2010. Her background includes leading regulatory submissions and managing interactions with regulatory bodies.
Education and Expertise
Lakshmi Viswanathan holds multiple degrees that contribute to her expertise in clinical pharmacology. She earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from UMass Boston. Additionally, she completed a Master of Science (M.S.) in Pharmaceutical Science at the University at Buffalo. Her academic journey began with a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Biochemistry from the University of Toronto. This educational foundation supports her leadership in clinical pharmacology and regulatory affairs.
Leadership in Diversity and Inclusion
In her professional roles, Lakshmi Viswanathan has successfully organized company-wide diversity and inclusion events and programs. Her commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace environment reflects her leadership capabilities and dedication to employee engagement. These initiatives are part of her broader efforts to enhance collaboration and teamwork within her organizations.