Jagannadha Rao, Pmp®
About Jagannadha Rao, Pmp®
Jagannadha Rao, PMP®, is an Associate Director with expertise in project management and a strong background in biological sciences. He advocates for design thinking and collaboration, emphasizing skill development within teams.
Work at Ephicacy
Currently, Jagannadha Rao serves as an Associate Director at Ephicacy, a role he has held since 2023 in the Greater Toronto Area, Canada. In this position, he focuses on project management and team collaboration, advocating for design thinking and innovation as essential principles. His leadership emphasizes the importance of collaboration and team spirit, which he considers vital for achieving successful project outcomes.
Previous Experience at Parexel
Jagannadha Rao previously worked at Parexel, where he held the position of Senior Manager from 2022 to 2023 in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. Before that, he served as a Manager at the same company from 2020 to 2022 in Bengaluru, Karnataka, India. His roles involved overseeing project management and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Experience at Cognizant
Before his tenure at Parexel, Jagannadha Rao worked at Cognizant as a Team Manager from 2014 to 2020 in Hyderabad, Telangana, India. In this capacity, he managed teams and projects, contributing to the company's operational success and fostering a collaborative work environment.
Education and Expertise
Jagannadha Rao holds a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology from Kakatiya University, which he completed from 2000 to 2003. He further pursued a Master of Science in Microbiology at Bharathidasan University from 2003 to 2005. Additionally, he earned a Master of Science in Biology/Biological Sciences from Northern Illinois University. He possesses expertise in CDISC SDTM/ADaM standards and advanced skills in SAS programming, which are critical in the pharmaceutical industry.
Focus on Capability Building
Jagannadha Rao emphasizes capability building within teams, highlighting the importance of developing skills and competencies. His approach to project management integrates design thinking and innovation, aiming to enhance team collaboration and overall project success.