Anand Rao
About Anand Rao
Anand Rao serves as the Director of Pharma Market Development at DNAnexus, where he focuses on customer profiling and thought leadership strategies. He has a diverse background in product marketing, research, and data analytics, having previously held positions at TetraScience, Axsoma, and the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.
Current Role at DNAnexus
Anand Rao serves as the Director of Pharma Market Development at DNAnexus, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he focuses on defining customer profiles across the company's portfolio, which aids the sales team in preparing effective collateral for securing deals. He is also responsible for developing and executing thought leadership strategies, contributing articles, blogs, and webinars to strengthen DNAnexus's presence in the pharmaceutical market. Additionally, he leads the launch strategy and planning for new and updated DNAnexus solutions, ensuring they achieve maximum market impact.
Previous Experience at TetraScience
Prior to his current role, Anand Rao worked at TetraScience as the Senior Product Content Marketing Manager for Pharma R&D from 2021 to 2022. His tenure lasted for eight months, during which he contributed to the development of marketing strategies and content aimed at the pharmaceutical research and development sector.
Co-Founder Experience at Axsoma
Anand Rao co-founded Axsoma, where he worked from 2017 to 2022. His five-year involvement in the company provided him with extensive experience in the startup environment, focusing on innovative solutions within the pharmaceutical industry.
Academic Background and Research
Anand Rao has a strong academic background, having served as a Research Assistant at the University of Delaware from 2008 to 2009. He also completed a PhD in Cellular Neuroscience at Drexel University College of Medicine, where he was a candidate from 2011 to 2017. Additionally, he was a Postdoctoral Fellow at Stanford University from 2017 to 2019, further enhancing his expertise in scientific research.
Roles at American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Anand Rao held multiple roles at the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB). He worked as a Data Analytics and Strategy Manager for three months in 2021 and served as a Science Communicator and Technical Editor from 2019 to 2021. In these positions, he contributed to data analysis and communication strategies within the organization.