Aaram A. Kumar

Senior Scientific Director at Lockwood

Aaram A. Kumar has a diverse work experience that spans various positions and industries. Aaram is currently working as a Senior Scientific Director at Lockwood, where they serve as the scientific lead on multiple accounts in various therapeutic areas. Aaram collaborates with clients and global Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), manages scientific staffing and resourcing, conducts scientific reviews, and handles project timelines and financials.

Prior to Lockwood, Aaram held the role of Founder at Sciencera, a science outreach website that provides information on scientific discoveries, education, and career opportunities. Aaram managed the website's daily operations, curated content, and oversaw the writing and editing teams.

Before that, Aaram worked at FORCE Communications as an Associate Director and later as a Manager and Senior Associate in Scientific Innovation. In these roles, they led teams on projects involving the launch of various drugs and content development. Aaram also mentored and trained team members.

Aaram's educational background includes being a Graduate Student at Vanderbilt University, where they completed their studies in 2016. Aaram also worked as a Junior Research Fellow at the Institute of Life Sciences and a Research Scholar at the National Institute of Science Education and Research.

Furthermore, Aaram gained research experience during their Summer Internships at the University of Hyderabad and the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras, where they focused on topics related to bioremediation and algal photobioreactors.

Overall, Aaram A. Kumar possesses a strong background in scientific leadership, project management, content development, and research.

Aaram A. Kumar completed their Master's Degree in Microbiology and Immunology at Vanderbilt University from 2013 to 2016. Prior to that, they pursued an Integrated M.Sc in Life Sciences at the National Institute of Science Education and Research from 2007 to 2012. Their earlier education includes completing High School at St. Joseph's Higher Secondary School in Trivandrum between 2005 and 2007.

Links

Previous companies

University of Hyderabad logo
Vanderbilt University logo

Timeline

  • Senior Scientific Director

    January, 2023 - present

  • Scientific Director

    August, 2021

  • Senior Associate Scientific Director

    January, 2020