Highly motivated and results-driven professional seeking opportunities in Analytical Research & Development (AR&D) within the Pharmaceutical Industry. With over 8.5 years of hands-on experience in analysis, I bring a meticulous and analytical approach to work. An adaptive team player with in-depth knowledge of data collection, confidential document control, and problem-solving. Eager to contribute expertise and drive innovation within a growth-oriented organization.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Associate
Pure & Cure Healthcare Private Limited
07.2022 - Current
Having a sound knowledge of chromatographic analysis such as Tailing Factor, Resolution, Peak Purity, Purity Angle, Purity Threshold, Capacity Factor, Theoretical Plates and Signal to Noise Ratio
Analytical method development/optimization for organic impurities, assay, content (minor components) of cephalosporin drugs & non-cephalosporin drugs (API, Intermediate & RM/KSM) by HPLC.
Analytical method development of GTI and cohort of concerned impurities (Nitrosoamine impurities) using HPLC & LCMS.
Analytical method development for elemental impurities & metal content (minor components) of API by ICPMS & AAS.
To perform analytical method transfer to other manufacturing site.
To perform forced degradation study of drug substance.
To perform analytical method validation by HPLC, AAS, LCMS & ICPMS.
To identify the root cause and provide technical input for the OOS/OOT observed in the plant during regular analysis/stability study analysis and proposal of CAPA for the same.
To prepare analytical method validation protocols, reports.
To determine the physiochemical properties of an API by HPLC such as partition coefficient (LogP), equilibrium solubility (for drug classification) & dissociation constant etc and prepare technical report for the same.
To identify the unknown impurities by using LCMS during troubleshoot of plant samples, stability study & forced degradation study.
To prepare analytical method development reports (MDR) and validation protocols, excels & reports.
Validated incoming data to check information accuracy and integrity while independently locating and correcting concerns.
Kept abreast of current industry, scientific and regulatory developments and issues.
Research Associate-II
Ind-Swift Laboratories Limited
07.2021 - 06.2022
Analytical method validation for related substances, assay & content of impurities (e.g. GTI & non-GTI) by HPLC.
Analytical method validation for chromatographic purity & residual solvents by GC.
Helped team meet regulatory requirements by coordinating documentation and filings.
Troubleshoot and resolved equipment and analytical method issues.
Operated and performed calibration on laboratory equipment and instruments (e.g. HPLC, GC, Analytical weighing balance & pH meter).
Adhered to laboratory safety procedures to maintain compliance with quality control standards.
Maintained laboratory logbook update for online review.
Officer
Saurav Chemicals Limited
11.2018 - 07.2021
Routine analysis including Assay, RS, Purity, WS qualifications, Particle size distribution & stability study.
Experienced in preparation and execution of analytical method validation protocols and reports.
Performed analytical method validations & tech transfer by HPLC.
Performed analytical method development & validation by particle size distribution and ICPMS.
Experienced in forced degradation study via mass balance technique.
Experienced in method development and validation on ICPMS for EI's as per ICH Q3D guideline and USP general chapter & .
Executive
Panacea Biotec Limited
02.2018 - 11.2018
Performed working standard/In house reference standard qualifications.
Performed content uniformity, dissolution & disintegration time testing for drug products.
Performed routine assay, related substances, chromatographic purity & compatibility study for the drug product.
Performed analytical method optimization and validation by HPLC for DP.
Maintaining laboratory notebook as per the FDA Regulation and cGMP Requirement.
Sr. Chemist
Nectar Lifesciences Limited
10.2016 - 02.2018
Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
Ordered, calibrated, troubleshoot and maintained laboratory equipment in good working order.
Developed and validated wet analysis methods of new chemical entities & API molecules.
Performed routine wet analysis such as description, appearance of solution/color of solution, identification test (chemical), water/moisture content by KF autotitrator, Assay by Titration & by UV/VIS Spectrophotometer, IR testing by FTIR, LOD, ROI, Heavy metal test and stability testing etc.
Calibration of analytical weighing balance, UV/Vis spectrophotometer, Karl Fisher, FT-IR, Auto-titrator, pH Meter, Melting Point & Polarimeter.
Education
M.Sc. - Organic Chemistry
Maharishi Markandeshwar University
01.2016
B.Sc. - Non-Medical
Govt. College
01.2013
12th - Non-Medical
HBSE
01.2010
10th - undefined
HBSE
01.2008
Skills
Comprehensive literature reviews
Laboratory management
Data research and analysis
Laboratory techniques
Technical report writing
Quantitative and qualitative research methods
Data insight generation
Safety compliance in lab environments
Excellent attention to detail
Languages
English
Hindi
Punjabi
Attributes
Positive Thinking
Creative
Smart work
Ability to work under pressure
Optimistic
Targeted Approach
Key Deliverables
WET Method Development of New Chemical Entities & API Molecules.
Routine WET analysis including stability.
WET Analysis including Assay by Titration & by UV/VIS Spectrophotometer.
Calibration of Weighing Balance, UV, Karl Fisher, FT-IR, Auto-titrator, pH Meter, Melting Point & Polarimeter.