Pachamuthu Kandasamy
About Pachamuthu Kandasamy
Pachamuthu Kandasamy is a Senior Director at Wave Life Sciences, where he has worked since 2020. He has extensive experience in the synthesis of bioactive molecules and has held various scientific roles in notable pharmaceutical companies.
Current Role at Wave Life Sciences
Pachamuthu Kandasamy has been serving as Senior Director at Wave Life Sciences since 2020. In this role, he oversees various projects related to drug development and contributes to the strategic direction of the company. His responsibilities include managing a team of scientists and ensuring the successful execution of research initiatives. Prior to his current position, he held the role of Director at Wave Life Sciences from 2017 to 2019, where he further developed his expertise in the biotechnology sector.
Previous Experience in Biotechnology
Before joining Wave Life Sciences, Pachamuthu Kandasamy worked at Alnylam Pharmaceuticals. He held the position of Senior Scientist from 2011 to 2015, contributing to significant advancements in the field. In 2016, he briefly served as Principal Scientist for two months and also held the role of Associate Director for eight months at Wave Life Sciences. His extensive experience in these roles has equipped him with a deep understanding of drug development processes.
Educational Background
Pachamuthu Kandasamy earned his Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry from the Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur, where he studied from 1996 to 2001. He also holds an M.Sc. in Physical Chemistry from the University of Madras, completed between 1994 and 1996, and a B.Sc. in Chemistry from Kandaswamy Kandar College, University of Madras, from 1991 to 1994. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in the synthesis of bioactive molecules.
Research Expertise and Skills
Pachamuthu Kandasamy possesses extensive experience in the total synthesis of bioactive molecules and their stable isotopes. He is well-versed in aminoglycoside antibiotics and has expertise in the design and synthesis of cationic lipids and carbohydrate ligands for drug delivery, particularly oligonucleotides. His skills also include process development, optimization, and effective project management, allowing him to handle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
Postdoctoral Research Experience
From 2001 to 2003, Pachamuthu Kandasamy worked as an Alexander von Humboldt (AvH) postdoctoral researcher at the University of Konstanz in Germany. This experience contributed to his development as a scientist and provided him with valuable insights into advanced research methodologies in chemistry.