Syngene COO Manoj Nerurkar quits, to explore start-up opportunity

Biocon’s contract research arm Syngene International on Tuesday announced the resignation of its Chief Operating Officer Manoj Nerurkar with effect from October 1.

Nerurkar, however, will continue his association with Syngene, taking a new strategic advisory role focused on innovation across Syngene’s services. He will also pursue an external startup opportunity outside of contract research services.

The announcement of the successor will be made shortly, said the company in a regulatory filing.

Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, Chairman and Managing Director, Biocon