Nischal Pandey
Executive -Corporate Quality Assurance
Ghaziabad
Summary
As a dedicated professional with a strong foundation in pharmaceutical chemistry and extensive experience in quality control and regulatory compliance, I aim to leverage my skills and knowledge to contribute to organizational success. I am committed to upholding the highest standards of quality and compliance in all aspects of laboratory operations.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Executive – Corporate Quality Assurance
Dabur India Ltd.
01.2025 - Current
- Ensured laboratory compliance with regulatory requirements and internal quality standards.
- Prepared and implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to standardize and improve laboratory processes.
- Conducted thorough reviews of analytical and chromatographic data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
- Oversaw the release of Raw Materials (RMs) in SAP, ensuring timely and accurate documentation.
- Reviewed and approved shelf-life (SL) extensions for Raw Materials across multiple units, maintaining quality and compliance.
- Designed and executed training programs to enhance analysts’ technical skills and Regulatory awareness.
- Successfully led Competitor Intelligence review of Dabur products against key competitor to benchmark internal quality standards.
Quality Research and Development Officer
Reckitt India Pvt Ltd
10.2021 - 01.2025
- Perform internal calibration and maintenance of laboratory instruments, including analytical balances, HPLC, pH meters, and UV-Vis spectrophotometers.
- Uphold Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and Good Documentation Practices (GDP) to ensure adherence to regulatory standards.
- Examine raw materials and finished goods, emphasizing active content assays in products including Dettol liquid handwash, Dettol bar soaps, and Lizol disinfectant liquid.
- Conducted analytical reviews of data to identify trends and insights. Reviewed audit trails for compliance and accuracy. Performed comprehensive data analysis to enhance decision-making processes. Analyzed audit trails to ensure integrity and traceability of information.
- Executed IQ, OQ, PQ for analytical instrument installation
- Administer method transfers for diverse products and collaborate closely with Research & Development (R&D) teams to ensure successful implementation.
- Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and perform stability studies for consumer products.
- Recorded quality incidents, deviations, and out-of-specifications (OOS), ensuring prompt investigation, resolution, and closure following regulatory and internal timelines.
- Oversee quality assurance and regulatory compliance of consumer goods, with emphasis on laboratory operations and product analysis.
- Primary Responsibilities
Research Associate - Analytical API
Mankind Research Centre
03.2020 - 10.2021
- Engineered and confirmed analytical methods for diverse APIs, intermediates, and key starting materials utilizing techniques such as HPLC, UHPLC, potentiometric titration, Polarimeter, UV-Vis spectrophotometer.
- Applied spectroscopic methods (UV-Vis, FTIR) to identify and characterize new molecules.
- Evaluated reactions for diverse APIs including Sugammadex sodium, Ticagrelor, Lasmiditan, Liftegrast, Rosuvastatin calcium, obeticholic acid, and ursodeoxycholic acid utilizing high pressure liquid chromatography
- Executed analytical method development and validation for diverse Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs).
- Core Responsibilities
Officer in Process Validation
Akums Drugs and Pharmaceuticals Ltd
09.2018 - 02.2020
- Executed process validation for tablets and capsules, incorporating hold time studies utilizing various analytical tests (HPLC, dissolution).
- Conducted validation of various manufacturing stages and executed analytical assessments utilizing analytical methods.
- Conducted process validation for solid dosage forms, ensuring adherence to industry and regulatory standards.
- Primary Duties
Education
Master of Science - Pharmaceutical Chemistry
H.N.B. Garhwal University
01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
H.N.B. Garhwal University
01.2016
Intermediate - Science Stream
Central Board of Secondary Education
01.2012
High School - undefined
Central Board of Secondary Education
01.2010
Skills
MS Office Suite: Completed a 3-month course, acquiring proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for data analysis and presentations
Internet Proficiency: Well-versed in utilizing the internet for research, data collection, and professional communication
Operating Systems: Familiar with various operating systems and laboratory software, enhancing data management and reporting capabilities
In-depth Knowledge: Strong understanding of pharmaceutical principles and laboratory practices
Positive Attitude: Committed to fostering a collaborative work environment
Time Management: Efficient in prioritizing tasks to meet deadlines
Coordination: Skilled in collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, facilitating clear and effective interactions
Adaptability: Flexible and open to new challenges in dynamic work environments
Work Ethic: Demonstrates diligence, sincerity, and punctuality in all professional undertakings
Declaration
I hereby declare that the information provided above is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Instruments Handled
- UV-Vis Spectrophotometers: Shimadzu (1800, 1900) and Perkin Elmer Lambda 350.
- FTIR: Perkin Elmer.
- HPLC: Waters Alliance e2695(PDA and UV detector) and Agilent Infinity 1260, Agilent 1260 II
- Karl Fischer Auto Titrator: Mettler Toledo T50.
- Dissolution Test Apparatus: USP-1 and USP-2.
- Additional Instruments: Polarimeter, melting point apparatus, friability test apparatus, Refractometer, Ph meter, viscometer.
Software Handled
SAP, Quality One, Master workflow Tool, Technical Documentation System, chromeleon 7.3.1, Open Lab, Empower 3
Timeline
Executive – Corporate Quality Assurance
Dabur India Ltd.
01.2025 - Current
Quality Research and Development Officer
Reckitt India Pvt Ltd
10.2021 - 01.2025
Research Associate - Analytical API
Mankind Research Centre
03.2020 - 10.2021
Officer in Process Validation
Akums Drugs and Pharmaceuticals Ltd
09.2018 - 02.2020
Master of Science - Pharmaceutical Chemistry
H.N.B. Garhwal University
Bachelor of Science - Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics
H.N.B. Garhwal University
Intermediate - Science Stream
Central Board of Secondary Education
High School - undefined
Central Board of Secondary Education