Sadhna Joglekar, MD, is the Senior Vice President and Head of Global Drug Development at Novartis, Hyderabad. A passionate clinical research professional with over 25 years of experience, she sets the strategic vision for all drug development functions in India. She is an alumnus of GS Medical College & KEM Hospital, Mumbai.
Sadhna is dedicated to nurturing future leaders, demonstrated by her creation of the NEST competition to foster young talent in data science and technology. She maintains a strong connection to her medical roots and is passionate about harnessing collaboration and fresh ideas to create transformative healthcare solutions for patients.
She was invited back to her alma mater, GS Medical College & KEM Hospital, to deliver the prestigious Dr. U. K. Sheth Oration during its centenary celebrations.
Sadhna Joglekar
Senior Vice President and Head, Global Drug Development, Hyderabad at Novartis
India
Overview
Topics They Care About
Biotech in India
Actively discusses India's potential as a biotech frontline, highlighting its strengths in late-phase clinical research while advocating for building early-phase capacity and translational research from academia.
Talent Development
Leads the NEST initiative at Novartis, a competition designed to nurture and identify the brightest young minds in data science, AI, and clinical development in India.
Collaborative Innovation
Believes groundbreaking discoveries are achieved by harnessing the power of collaboration, bringing together bright minds to solve pressing healthcare challenges through new technology and mentorship.
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Work History
4-2022
Senior Vice President and Head, Global Drug Development, Hyderabad at Novartis
8-2019 - 1-2023
Senior Vice President, Global Medical Affairs (excl. USA) at SUN PHARMA
10-2017 - 8-2019
Vice President at Takeda
8-2015 - 8-2017
Executive Director at Takeda
Education
Sadhna has no verified education history
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Location : India
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Designation : Senior Vice President and Head, Global Drug Development, Hyderabad at Novartis
