I am a purpose-driven program and project leader who centers people and humane outcomes in healthcare transformation. I design and deploy scalable operational systems and digital solutions that connect strategy, partnerships, and frontline teams to deliver meaningful patient impact. I bring 12+ years of global pharma, biotech, and digital health experience, building PMOs, guiding Agile adoption, and steering complex, regulated initiatives to successful outcomes. I’m known for calm execution, relationship-based leadership, and turning complexity into clear, actionable roadmaps.

VIJAYLAKSHMI KULKARNI

I am a purpose-driven program and project leader who centers people and humane outcomes in healthcare transformation. I design and deploy scalable operational systems and digital solutions that connect strategy, partnerships, and frontline teams to deliver meaningful patient impact. I bring 12+ years of global pharma, biotech, and digital health experience, building PMOs, guiding Agile adoption, and steering complex, regulated initiatives to successful outcomes. I’m known for calm execution, relationship-based leadership, and turning complexity into clear, actionable roadmaps.

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I am a purpose-driven program and project leader who centers people and humane outcomes in healthcare transformation. I design and deploy scalable operational systems and digital solutions that connect strategy, partnerships, and frontline teams to deliver meaningful patient impact.

I bring 12+ years of global pharma, biotech, and digital health experience, building PMOs, guiding Agile adoption, and steering complex, regulated initiatives to successful outcomes. I’m known for calm execution, relationship-based leadership, and turning complexity into clear, actionable roadmaps.

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Language

English
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Work Experience

Project Manager – SaaS, Clinical R&D at Revvity Signals, Canada
May 1, 2023 - June 1, 2025
Led end-to-end enterprise SaaS implementations for global pharmaceutical R&D clients, aligning cross-functional teams across R&D, QA, Manufacturing, and Commercial; established a comprehensive PMO governance model integrating KPIs, GxP requirements, and reporting; implemented SharePoint-based document management and real-time dashboards to streamline data flow. Executed customer-facing delivery ceremonies, reducing lead times by 30%, and delivered a global visualization dashboard that improved portfolio visibility by 45%. Mentored cross-functional teams and collaborated with Product/Engineering to refine platform functionality; explored AI-assisted insights using Revvity AI for project monitoring and reporting.
Project Manager – SaaS, Clinical R&D at PerkinElmer Informatics, Canada
April 1, 2022 - May 1, 2023
Led global SaaS projects for clinical programs with complex integrations and multi-stakeholder workflows. Applied Agile and PMO frameworks to maintain delivery predictability and stakeholder alignment; created SOPs, risk mitigation plans, and engagement strategies to ensure compliance and successful delivery. Rolled out a project management training curriculum and coached junior PMs, improving planning accuracy and client outcomes. Supported go/no-go decisions through risk, scope, and feasibility assessments.
Global Product Manager – Protein Mass Spec & Oncology – R&D, Digital Patient Support Programs at Merck Life Science Pvt Ltd, India
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Led global product strategy, digital commercialization, and launch execution across oncology and scientific portfolios. Managed multi-million-dollar enterprise programs across regions, optimizing asset allocation and enabling impactful Oncology R&D launches; delivered digital patient support programs (Oncology and COVID-19) and led COVID-19 CSR initiatives. Built financial forecasts, pricing and GTM enablement materials, and prepared business cases and strategic investment roadmaps. Collaborated with R&D, BD, Strategy, Commercial, Operations, CROs, and Finance to ensure alignment and funding.
Associate Project Manager – Global Projects at Indegene Pvt Ltd, India
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2019
Managed delivery of global digital marketing and technology implementation projects for top pharma clients. Facilitated cross-functional collaboration between design, development and client services; maintained project schedules, risk logs, and stakeholder communications; supported onboarding and training of new coordinators, ensuring timely project delivery and client satisfaction.
Assistant Product/Project Manager – APAC – Neurology, Psychiatry, Virology, NPI, Start-Up Division at Strides Pharma, India
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2019
Led product lifecycle management and omnichannel marketing strategies for neurology and psychiatry across APAC; supported early-stage ventures, shaping product strategy and launch readiness for NPIs. Executed digital launch campaigns, conducted market research, designed dashboards and KPIs, and coordinated inputs from R&D, Regulatory, QA, and Commercial to ensure regulatory and commercial alignment. Initiated nationwide epilepsy awareness programs and supported post-launch optimization.
Senior Key Account Manager – Stem Cell Division, Patient Support Engagements at Life Cell International Pvt Ltd, India
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2015
Led B2B/B2C patient support program engagements, developed comprehensive PSPs, and managed program logistics, trainings and stakeholder communications. Built strategic partnerships with physicians and healthcare providers, driving program credibility and reach; improved participant satisfaction through enhanced service delivery and mentorship for regional teams.
Task Force Manager – Generics, OTC at Strides Arcolab, India
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2013
Coordinated specialty product marketing projects and regional expansion initiatives; launched MEGAZA (Omega-3-ethyl-ester) and other therapies, ensuring regulatory compliance and stakeholder alignment. Supported product management with market analysis, sales forecasting, and cross-functional coordination to optimize launch outcomes.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Biotechnology) at BVBCET Hubli
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2012

Qualifications

Generative AI: Introduction and Applications
January 1, 2025 - February 4, 2026
Google Project Management
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Foundations of User Experience (UX) Design
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Certified SAFe 6 – Agilist
January 1, 2023 - February 4, 2026
Digital Marketing Certification – HubSpot Academy
January 1, 2021 - February 4, 2026

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Life Sciences, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other