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Lakshmi Muthuswamy

Enthusiast · DISC type i
Senior Director & Head of Computational Biology, Bioinformatics and Data Science at Blueprint Medicines
📍 Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Lakshmi Muthuswamy is a senior R&D executive at Blueprint Medicines with over 20 years of experience leading computational biology, data science, and bioinformatics. She leverages AI/ML to accelerate drug discovery and enhance translational genomics. An expert in building high-performing scientific teams, she holds a Ph. D. from McMaster University.

She co-developed novel algorithms for the sensitive detection of structural genomic variations and co-led the development of a low-cost copy number variation detection platform.

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Experience
23 Years
Current Role
Senior Director & Head of Computational Biology, Bioinformatics and Data Science
Job Level
Senior
Location
Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Personality Overview

How Lakshmi shows up

Non-Confrontational
Optimistic
Consensus Focused

They are more about building relationships than just cutting deals. They agree with others often, so exercise caution when relying on their word. Unlike D or C types, they are convinced more by stories and testimonials.

Priorities

Topics Lakshmi cares about

AI in Oncology
Her recent focus involves integrating AI with pathology and genomics to advance precision oncology, from earlier cancer detection to guiding personalized treatment decisions.
Translational Genomics
A core theme of her career is applying genomic insights from early discovery through clinical development to directly impact patient outcomes and therapeutic strategies.
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Career

Work history

1-2023
Senior Director & Head of Computational Biology, Bioinformatics and Data Science
Blueprint Medicines
11-2021 - 12-2022
Director, Computational Biology and Bioinformatics
Blueprint Medicines
5-2018 - 11-2021
Clinical Research Staff Scientist
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
4-2015 - 5-2018
Staff Scientist
New York Genome Center
5-2014 - 4-2015
Scientist
Princess Margaret Hospital
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Education
Ph.D
McMaster University
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

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