Rajeev Bhatnagar
About Rajeev Bhatnagar
Rajeev Bhatnagar is an Associate Director of Drug Product Development at Fulcrum Therapeutics in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with previous roles at companies such as Patheon and Genpharm Inc.
Work at Fulcrum Therapeutics
Rajeev Bhatnagar has been serving as the Associate Director of Drug Product Development-CMC at Fulcrum Therapeutics since 2020. His role involves overseeing the development of drug products, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and leading a team in the Cambridge, Massachusetts location. His tenure at Fulcrum has spanned four years, during which he has contributed to advancing the company's pharmaceutical development initiatives.
Previous Experience in Pharmaceutical Industry
Before joining Fulcrum Therapeutics, Rajeev Bhatnagar held various positions in the pharmaceutical industry. He worked at Rhodes Pharmaceuticals as a Pharm. Tech. Specialist from 2010 to 2020. Prior to that, he was a Senior Process Engineer at Patheon from 2005 to 2008 and also served as a Process Engineer from 2001 to 2005. His experience includes roles at Genpharm Inc. as a Formulation Specialist and at Apotex Inc. as a Senior Formulation Specialist.
Educational Background
Rajeev Bhatnagar has a solid educational foundation in pharmacy and biopharmaceutics. He earned a Master of Science in Biopharmaceutics and Pharmacokinetics from the University of Cincinnati, where he studied from 1988 to 1992. He also holds a Master of Pharmacy from Banaras Hindu University, which he completed from 1986 to 1988, and a Bachelor of Pharmacy from BIT Mesra, achieved from 1982 to 1986.
Expertise in Pharmaceutical Development
Rajeev Bhatnagar possesses extensive expertise in pharmaceutical development, particularly in granulation techniques such as Fluid Bed, Dry granulation by Roller compaction, and High Shear Granulation. He has a comprehensive understanding of pharmaceutical cGMPs and is familiar with global quality standards, including those set by the FDA, European, and Japanese regulatory bodies. His experience includes providing on-site customer support for feasibility trials and scale-up batches.
Scientific Leadership and Skills
Rajeev Bhatnagar exhibits proven scientific leadership skills, with significant experience in experimental design and data interpretation in product development. His ability to make on-the-spot recommendations for process adjustments during trials showcases his practical knowledge and problem-solving capabilities in the pharmaceutical field.