Pundarik Bhat

Pundarik Bhat is a seasoned professional in the field of engineering and research, currently serving as Principal Research Scientist and CMC Lead at AbbVie since April 2022, overseeing the life cycle management of Injectable Dermal Fillers for global markets. Prior experience includes notable positions at Pfizer as Principal Engineer R&D, where leadership in the design and development of drug-device combination products was key, and at Baxter Healthcare Corporation as Team Lead for R&D of Peritoneal Dialysis Products, managing a sizable team in the development of critical medical devices. Earlier roles included design engineering positions at Smiths Medical, Pollak Stoneridge, and General Electric, focusing on a variety of products from critical care devices to consumer appliances. Pundarik Bhat holds a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Louisville and a Bachelor of Engineering in Industrial & Production Engineering from the University of Mysore.