Mahesh Kotagi

Mahesh Kotagi, Pharm.D., is an experienced oncology professional currently serving as the Associate Director Medical Science Liaison at Taiho Oncology, Inc., since October 2023. Previously, Mahesh held various positions including Oncology Medical Science Liaison at Puma Biotechnology, Inc. and Director of Oncology Medical Science Liaison - Solid Tumors at Merck. Mahesh has a strong background in managing relationships with key opinion leaders, coordinating investigator-sponsored studies, and supporting clinical trials within the oncology therapeutic area. Prior experience includes roles at Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals, Novo Nordisk Inc., and as a Rutgers Pharmaceutical Industry Fellow at Bristol-Myers Squibb. Mahesh holds a PharmD from Texas A&M Health Science Center and a BS in Human Biology from The University of Texas at Austin.