Deepak Nehra

Gurgaon

Summary

Experienced and detail-oriented Analytical Chemist with a strong background in NMR spectroscopy and pharmaceutical analysis, seeking to contribute to a dynamic R&D or QC team. Proven expertise in structural elucidation, method development, and regulatory compliance (GMP/ICH), with hands-on experience gained at IPFT.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

NMR Operator

Institute of Pesticide Formulation Technology

01.2021 - Current

Operated and maintained high-field Bruker NMR instruments (400–600 MHz) for both routine analysis and complex compound investigations.
Conducted a wide range of 1D and 2D NMR experiments (¹H, ¹³C, DEPT, COSY, HSQC, HMBC, NOESY) for structural elucidation of APIs and intermediates.
Analyzed and interpreted NMR spectra to confirm molecular structures, detect impurities, and provide analytical support to synthetic chemistry and formulation teams.
Prepared comprehensive analytical reports in compliance with ICH, GMP, and other regulatory standards.
Contributed to method development and validation for NMR-based identity and purity assessments.
Collaborated with QC, QA, and R&D teams to troubleshoot and resolve analytical issues effectively.
Handled cryogens (liquid nitrogen and helium) and performed routine maintenance to ensure optimal instrument performance.

Education

Master of Science - Organic Chemistry

Starex University

NH-48, Binola, P.O.Bhorakalan, Gurugram, Haryana 1

07-2024

Bachelor of Science - Non Medical

Shri Guru Govind Singh College

Sec 26 Chandigarh

07-2020

Skills

Instrumentation: Experienced in handling Bruker NMR (400–600 MHz), FT-IR, UV-Vis, and HPLC for analytical testing

Software Skills: Proficient in using TopSpin, MestreNova, ACD/NMR Processor, and Empower for data analysis and interpretation

Analytical Techniques: Skilled in 1D & 2D NMR techniques, structure determination, and quantitative NMR (qNMR)

Regulatory Knowledge: Familiar with GMP, GLP, ICH guidelines, and maintaining data integrity in compliance with industry standards

Documentation: Well-versed in preparing lab notebooks, test methods, SOPs, and validation reports with accuracy and clarity

Additional Information

Excellent interpretation and reporting skills with attention to detail and data integrity
Effective collaboration with cross-functional teams including R&D, QC, and QA
Strong problem-solving ability in analytical troubleshooting and method optimization
Strong expertise in NMR spectroscopy (1D & 2D) for structural elucidation of pharmaceutical compounds

Languages

Hindi

English

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