Pradeep Shivakumar

Pradeep Shivakumar is a seasoned pharmaceutical industry leader with over 20 years of transformative experience in Research & Development and global operations. As Strategic Advisor to the Board, he provides INVIVO with high-level technical direction, backed by a career defined by building advanced R&D and manufacturing ecosystems.

His expertise is grounded in a strong academic background from RG University of Health Sciences, complemented by ongoing doctoral research. His professional journey includes leadership roles at organisations such as Shilpa Medicare, Torrent Pharma, and Strides Arcolab.

Notably, his tenure as Head of R&D Operations at Shilpa Medicare highlights his ability to scale complex scientific organisations from concept to commercial success.

Core Competencies & Strategic Impact:

Portfolio Innovation: Specialist in developing high-value pharmaceutical portfolios, particularly in complex Oncology and Non-Oncology Injectables.

Intellectual Property & Patents: Holder of 20+ patents, demonstrating a sustained commitment to advancing pharmaceutical technologies and innovative therapies.

End-to-End Commercialisation: Expertise across the full product lifecycle—from regulatory filing to global market launch—ensuring alignment between innovation and market demand.

Operational Excellence: Proven track record in designing and managing advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that meet stringent global regulatory standards.

Pradeep brings a multidimensional scientific and strategic perspective to INVIVO’s leadership. His role is critical in shaping the company’s innovation roadmap, strengthening operational frameworks, and positioning the organisation at the forefront of the global pharmaceutical industry.