Babu Sivaraman
VP of Product and R&D
Professional Overview
Babu Sivaraman is an accomplished product and technology leader with over 15 years of experience driving innovation and operational excellence in the biosciences and engineering sectors. As the VP of Product and R&D at Culture Biosciences, he is responsible for spearheading the company's product development strategy, overseeing critical R&D initiatives, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Experience Summary
Current Role
In his current role as VP of Product and R&D at Culture Biosciences, Babu is leading the development of the company's flagship bioreactor platform, which is revolutionizing the way researchers conduct cell culture experiments. He is responsible for aligning product roadmaps with customer needs, managing a talented team of engineers and scientists, and ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality, innovative solutions. Under his leadership, Culture Biosciences has seen a significant increase in customer adoption and a strengthening of its position as a market leader in the bioreactor space.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Culture Biosciences, Babu held various leadership roles at Thermo Fisher Scientific, where he demonstrated his ability to drive product strategy, project management, and organizational transformation. As the Director of Product Management, he was instrumental in launching several successful product lines, resulting in increased market share and revenue growth. During his time as the Director of Project Management, he led cross-functional teams in the delivery of complex, mission-critical projects, earning a reputation for his ability to navigate complex challenges and deliver impactful results.
Earlier in his career, Babu served as an E&I Engineering Manager and Lead Design Engineer at Fluor Corporation, where he honed his technical expertise and project management skills in the engineering and automation domains.
Academic Background
Babu holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from the National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli, India.
Areas of Expertise
- Product strategy and roadmap development
- Research and development management
- Cross-functional team leadership and collaboration
- Bioreactor and cell culture system design
- Automation and control systems engineering
- Project and program management
Professional Impact
Throughout his career, Babu has demonstrated a track record of driving innovation, improving operational efficiency, and delivering tangible business results. At Thermo Fisher Scientific, he led the development of several industry-leading product lines that contributed significantly to the company's revenue growth and market dominance. At Culture Biosciences, he has been instrumental in accelerating the company's product development and cementing its position as a trusted partner for bioscience researchers.
Conclusion
With his extensive experience, technical expertise, and strategic vision, Babu Sivaraman is poised to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the biosciences industry. As the VP of Product and R&D at Culture Biosciences, he is committed to driving the company's continued growth and innovation, while fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
