Hi, I’m
Jagadeesh Bhat
Bengaluru
Summary
Dynamic business development leader with extensive experience at Gangagen Biotechnologies, excelling in client relationship management and strategic partnerships. Proven track record in project management and product development, successfully driving innovative solutions and enhancing regulatory compliance. Adept at cross-functional collaboration, fostering long-term engagement, and achieving significant milestones in biotechnology.
Overview
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Gangagen Biotechnologies P. LtdBangalore
Lead Business Development
01.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Managed client relationships to ensure satisfaction and foster long-term engagement.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance product offerings and solutions.
- Developed strategic partnerships with key stakeholders in biotechnology sector.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Communicated progress updates to senior management and other stakeholders.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to identify areas for improvement in quality management practices.
Gangagen Biotechnologies P. LtdBangalore
Senior Scientific Manager
01.2013 - Current
Gangagen Biotechnologies P. LtdBangalore
Lead- Business Development
Current
Job overview
- External collaborations pertaining to product development and business operations
- Involved in managing new projects, interacting with the customers, co-ordinating with the scientific staff for timely completion of project milestones.
- Headed formulation team which is responsible in development of new formulations for the recombinant proteins developed at Gangagen and regular stability analysis of existing formulations.
- Monitoring compatibility studies of the therapeutic protein molecules with different excipients and polymers for different indications, compatibility studies with container closure etc.
- Interaction and negotiation with vendors and suppliers for procurement of reagents, consumables and CAPEX instruments for regular lab use.
- Associated with scientific manpower recruitment starting from profile screening, conducting interview and final selection.
- Presently handling business operations at GBPL
- Developed a hydrogel formulation for P128 protein for nasal indication. This product completed clinical trial Phase I and II at Singapore.
- Developed purification process for Staphylococcal bacteriophages.
- Identified the CMO for drug product GMP manufacturing and completed technology transfer of StaphTAME drug product formulation process for Clinical trial.
- Taken part in the team involved in drafting IND dossier for submission to Singapore Health Sciences Authority.
- Interacted with a veterinary hospital and involved in a clinical study using P128 for Canine Pyoderma.
- Coordinated completion of formulation method transfer and transfer of analytical methods for drug product release with Contract Manufacturing Organization (CMO).
Gangagen Biotechnologies P. LtdBangalore
Scientific Manager
01.2010 - 12.2013
Unichem Laboratories Biosciences R&D CentreBangalore
Research Associate
01.2004 - 12.2006
Dept of Biotechnology, Government Science CollegeBangalore
Guest Faculty
01.2003 - 12.2004
Bhat Biotech (I) Pvt. Ltd.Bangalore
Scientist
01.2001 - 12.2003
Natural Remedies Pvt Ltd.Bangalore
In-charge Operations
01.1999 - 12.2001
Education
Karnataka UniversityDharwad, India
PhD from Science and Technology
01.2008
Karnataka UniversityDharwad, India
M.Sc. from Biochemistry
01.1999
Skills
- Client relationship management
- Strategic partnership development
- Project management
- Product development
- Regulatory compliance
- Cross-functional collaboration
Timeline
Lead Business Development
Gangagen Biotechnologies P. Ltd
01.2019 - Current
Senior Scientific Manager
Gangagen Biotechnologies P. Ltd
01.2013 - Current
Scientific Manager
Gangagen Biotechnologies P. Ltd
01.2010 - 12.2013
Research Associate
Unichem Laboratories Biosciences R&D Centre
01.2004 - 12.2006
Guest Faculty
Dept of Biotechnology, Government Science College
01.2003 - 12.2004
Scientist
Bhat Biotech (I) Pvt. Ltd.
01.2001 - 12.2003
In-charge Operations
Natural Remedies Pvt Ltd.
01.1999 - 12.2001
Lead- Business Development
Gangagen Biotechnologies P. Ltd
Current
Karnataka University
PhD from Science and Technology
Karnataka University
M.Sc. from Biochemistry
Company
Gangagen Biotechnologies P Ltd.
Publications
- Modern Drug Discovery and Development for TB: The India Narrative, Tanjore S Balganesh, Jagadeesh J Bhat, Bheemarao Ugarkar, Drug Discovery and Drug Development, Springer Publications, 2021
- Two Decades of TB Drug Discovery Efforts-What Have We Learned?, Balachandra Bandodkar, Radha Krishan Shandil, Jagadeesh Bhat, Tanjore S. Balganesh, Journal: Appl. Sci., 2020, https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/10/16/5704
- Efficacy of anti-staphylococcal protein P128 for the treatment of canine pyoderma: potential applications., Veterinary Research Communication, 2013
- Therapeutic potential of Staphylococcal Bacteriophages for nasal decolonization of Staphylococcus aureus in mice., Advances in Microbiology, 2013, 3, 52-60
Degree
M.Sc. PhD. (Biochemistry)
Other Accolades
- Associated with Nrupathunga University as member of Board of Studies - Biotechnology Department
- Delivered lectures at different educational institutes, including BIT, Davangere, MSR Applied University, Bangalore, Dayanand Sagar University, Bangalore, KLE University, Hubballi, and Nrupathunga University (Formerly known as Government Science College), etc., on topics of relevance.
- Contributed as a Jury member for screening applications for ELEVATE Grants (KBITS)
- Associated with Jain University as a member of the Board of Studies for Biochemistry.
Company
Gangagen Biotechnologies P Ltd.
Publications
- Modern Drug Discovery and Development for TB: The India Narrative, Tanjore S Balganesh, Jagadeesh J Bhat, Bheemarao Ugarkar, Drug Discovery and Drug Development, Springer Publications, 2021
- Two Decades of TB Drug Discovery Efforts—What Have We Learned?, Balachandra Bandodkar, Radha Krishan Shandil, Jagadeesh Bhat, Tanjore S. Balganesh, Journal: Appl. Sci., 2020, https://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/10/16/5704
- Efficacy of anti-staphylococcal protein P128 for the treatment of canine pyoderma: potential applications, Veterinary Research Communication, 2013
- Therapeutic potential of Staphylococcal Bacteriophages for nasal decolonization of Staphylococcus aureus in mice, Advances in Microbiology, 2013, 3, 52-60
Current Position
Senior Scientific Manager & Lead- Business Development
Degree
M.Sc. PhD. (Biochemistry)