Jaspreet Kochhar, PhD
About Jaspreet Kochhar, PhD
Jaspreet Kochhar, PhD, is the Director of Research & Development at Procter & Gamble in Singapore, with extensive experience in pharmaceutical sciences and product research.
Current Role at Procter & Gamble
Jaspreet Kochhar currently serves as the Director of Research & Development at Procter & Gamble. Since 2021, Jaspreet has been based in Singapore, where they lead R&D efforts across various product lines. Jaspreet's role involves overseeing the development of new products, ensuring they meet consumer needs, and maintaining high standards of innovation. This position reflects Jaspreet's dedication to advancing the company's research capabilities and product portfolio.
Previous Positions at Procter & Gamble
Before becoming Director, R&D, Jaspreet Kochhar held several key roles at Procter & Gamble, starting as a Senior Manager of Medical & Technical Affairs and Products Research from 2013 to 2019. Following that, they were promoted to Group Head, R&D, a position Jaspreet held from 2019 to 2021. Each role allowed Jaspreet to leverage their expertise in product development and research, contributing significantly to P&G's innovation strategy in Singapore.
Educational Background
Jaspreet Kochhar holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Pharmaceutical Sciences from the National University of Singapore, completed between 2009 and 2013. Additionally, Jaspreet earned a Bachelor of Pharmacy (B.Pharm.) from the University of Delhi, where they studied from 2004 to 2008. Jaspreet has also enhanced their knowledge in marketing through coursework at Wharton Online, focusing on Viral Marketing and crafting contagious content.
Early Career and Additional Roles
Jaspreet Kochhar's career began as a Product Executive (Medical Science Liaison) at SYSTOPIC LABS PVT LTD in India, before pursuing advanced education and roles in Singapore. Jaspreet has served as a Teaching Assistant at the National University of Singapore, a Project Coordinator for the AAPS-NUS Student Chapter, and President of the NUS Sikh Society. Concurrently, Jaspreet maintains a registration with the Delhi Pharmacy Council as a pharmacist since 2009.
Professional Contributions
Throughout Jaspreet Kochhar's career, they have developed training content for healthcare practitioners and professional influencers in the APAC-MEA region. Jaspreet has delivered talks at international medical and pharmaceutical conferences to support the scientific foundations of various brands. Jaspreet's work includes conducting consumer research to identify unmet needs, liaising with clinical research organizations for clinical trials, and collaborating on innovation master plans and commercial strategies.