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Ratnadeep Paul Choudhury

Ratnadeep Paul Choudhury

Bangalore

Summary

A cosmetic sector professional for the past 17 years, I lead the Analytical Chemistry team for L’Oréal India in support of next generation products. As a research leader of high performing teams, I provide a combination of technical and managerial capabilities developed over a substantial career. These have been achieved through setting high performance expectations and deliveries, sustained critical scientific capabilities, achievements of business goals and effective mentorship. Expatriatship: 1 yr in Pudong (China) managing L’Oréal Analytical China team. 3 years in Paris managing L’Oréal Analytical team for Hair Métiers Stronghold in analyzing new products by chromatographic and allied techniques and interpreting the developmental Data. Extensive expertise in chemical analysis of Raw Materials (Defined and Complex Mixtures); Finished Products (In-house and Competition); Substrates (Hair and Skin), the interaction of products on these substrates and development of in-chemico assays for performance (skin sensitization and efficacy) Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to lead and work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team. Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills and strategic influencing skills Demonstrated proficiency at managing projects and leading cross-functional multi-disciplined teams. Flexible and adaptable in dynamic and fast-paced environments Excellent written and oral communication skills – (English)

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Laboratory Leader AGM – Head, Analytical Sciences

L’Oréal SA
Bangalore
01.2021 - Current
  • Global Project Leader for Skin Sensitization of Complex Mixtures

Scientific Expert and Functional Head of Lab

L’Oréal SA
St. Ouen
01.2018 - 01.2021

Invention / Discovery Laboratory Leader Principal Scientist - Analytical Chemist

L’Oréal SA
Bangalore
01.2012 - 01.2018
  • Key Deliverables in these roles:
  • Scientific Research Platforms: Generate new science led ideas leading to larger business opportunities
  • Develop strategy for new opportunities and ensure a robust innovation pipeline
  • Support in developing business strategy by providing scientific & technical inputs and ensure that necessary infrastructure is in place for successful implementation of strategy
  • Track and highlight competitor activities in terms of mega trends - IP, new claims, regulatory changes
  • Analytical platforms: Responsible to lead powerful analytical capabilities and enable business to have science led claims
  • Drive partnerships with universities and institutes to identify innovation opportunities and Analytical partners to ensure development of new analytical methodologies where required and enable robust claim substantiation
  • Technical support to Business: Support the business team in taking the new innovation concepts with research and claims led inputs
  • Responsible for smooth and safe functioning of the laboratory and execution of all experiments
  • Ensure IP protection of all the work technical work and cover them by filing patents as and when necessary
  • Develop proper Internal Systems and Procedures and ensure proper documentation of all the scientific and technical work
  • Financial Outcomes: Identify and manage risks associated with scientific research and development projects to minimize financial setbacks
  • Provide insights and recommendations based on scientific trends and developments to guide the organization's research and development strategy
  • Collaborate with internal teams to align product development, clinical trials, and research projects with scientific goals, making critical decisions that impact the company's financial performance, including budget management, R&D investment, regulatory compliance, pricing strategies, risk management, and revenue generation
  • Responsible for managing a significant budget
  • This budget could cover various activities such as clinical trials, research and development, medical education programs, and regulatory affairs
  • Effective budget management is crucial to ensure that these activities are conducted efficiently and within financial constraints

Head R&D-Analytical Sciences

Marico Limited
Mumbai
01.2011 - 01.2012
  • Key Deliverables in these roles:
  • Develop project plans, driving consensus and definition, establishing an actionable plan and managing deliverables against specifications towards research and development within a global organization
  • Support and structure a team using complex analytical instrumentation incorporating good laboratory practice while managing the technical, budget and on-time goals
  • Instrumental in the delivery of multiple technical projects and ensure the projects are delivered within budget and to the defined plan and expected quality
  • Analyze technical capability and identifies opportunities to improve / enhance scientific engagement opportunities with a variety of external bodies
  • Apply technical expertise in a select number of key quality areas applicable to the preparation and measurement concerning the composition of test samples including substrate analysis
  • Defining & implementing quality standards & structured processes / quality plans for operations
  • Recruiting, directing, leading & motivating workforce for accomplishing greater operational efficiency
  • Training and guiding teams towards identifying factors critical to quality, reducing process variation, improving capabilities & increasing stability to support quality goals
  • Leading collaborations with external agencies, Universities and National labs (develop the competency within the company)
  • Building interface with operations manufacturing and packaging for smooth implementation of technology
  • Tracking technology and competitor trends in analytical chemistry and creating strategic scenarios for new techniques in analytical sciences

Research Scientist-Analytical Sciences

ITC Limited
Bangalore
01.2006 - 01.2011

Education

PhD - Analytical chemistry

IIT Roorkee
Roorkee

M Sc - Organic Chemistry

Assam University
Silchar, Assam

B Sc - Chemistry

Gurucharan College
Silchar, Assam

Skills

  • Separation techniques
  • Chromatography
  • Spectroscopic techniques
  • Analysis of Raw Materials
  • Analysis of Finished products
  • Analysis of Hair and Skin substrate
  • Skin Sensitization
  • Development of bio-detection techniques

Publications

  • Identification of New Phytoconstituents in the Methanolic Extract of the Bark Powder of Terminalia Arjuna: A Versatile Heart Tonic; Gajbhiye PT, Choudhury RP, Garg AN; J Hyper Risk Factors (2022) 1: 1-13
  • Use of Multiple Irradiations and Reference Materials as Comparators in Quality Control of Neutron Activation Analysis Data of Biological Samples; A N Garg, Vivek Singh, R P Choudhury; Biol Trace Elem Res (2023),201, 2674-2681.
  • Relationship between Scalp Histamine Levels and Dandruff within an Indian Population: A confirmation study using LC/MS/MS method; Sudhahar Vijayaraghavan, Sriram Krishna Vedula, Nasrine Bourokba, TraMy Ngo, Roland Jourdain, Joan Eilstein, Ratnadeep Paul Choudhury, Nita Roy; Exp Dermatol (2022) 31,814-818.
  • Optimization of Nutrients and Process Parameters for Improved Production of Bioactive Metabolite Butyrolactone I by Aspergillus terreus strains under Submerged Fermentation; D.L. Rudresh, Ratnadeep Paul Choudhury and Anamika Nakul; Int.J. Curr.Microbiol. App.Sci (2019) 8, 614-624
  • INAA of essential micronutrients in Terminalia arjuna bark powder: a versatile heart tonic; Amar Nath Garg, P. T. Gajbhiye, Ratnadeep Paul Choudhury, Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry (2017) 314, 1-7
  • Determination of minor, trace and toxic elements in chewing tobacco products by instrumental neutron activation analysis and identification of glutamic acid; A. N. Garg, R. Paul Choudhury, R. Acharya & A. V. R. Reddy; Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry (2017) 314, 1-7
  • Availability of essential trace elements in medicinal herbs used for diabetes mellitus and their possible correlations; R. P. Choudhury, R. Acharya, A. G. C. Nair, A. V. R. Reddy & A. N. Garg Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry (2008) 276, 85–93
  • Elemental Characterization of Trifala Powders and Tablets by Instrumental Neutron Activation Analysis, Thermal Analysis and Spectral Studies of Gallic Acid; R Paul Choudhury, A Kumar, A N Garg, J Herb Pharmacother. (2007) 7, 15-29.
  • Variation in essential, trace and toxic elemental contents in Murraya koenigii – A spice and medicinal herb from different Indian states; R. Paul Choudhury, A.N. Garg, Food Chemistry (2007) 104, 1454-1463
  • Thermal neutron activation analysis of essential and trace elements and organic constituents in Trikatu: An Ayurvedic formulation; R. Paul Choudhury, A. Kumar, A. V. R. Reddy & A. N. Garg, Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry (2007) 274, 411–419
  • Phosphorus in biological standards and samples by thermal neutron irradiation and β counting; A. N. Garg, A. Kumar & R. P. Choudhury; Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry (2007) 271, 481–488
  • Availability of Essential Elements in Nutrient Supplements Used as Antidiabetic Herbal Formulations; R Paul Choudhury, A V R Reddy, A N Garg; Biol Trace Elem Res. (2007) 120, 148-62.
  • Elemental Characterization of Trifala Powders and Tablets by Instrumental Neutron Activation Analysis, Thermal Analysis and Spectral Studies of Gallic Acid; R Paul Choudhury, A Kumar, A N Garg; J Herb Pharmacother. (2007) 7, 15-29.
  • Quantitative analysis of embelin in Myrsine africana L. (Myrsinaceae) using HPLC and HPTLC; Paul Choudhury, Ratnadeep, Bharathi, H. & Venkatasubramanian, Padma; E-J Food Plants Chem (2006) 2.
  • Short irradiation instrumental neutron activation analysis of essential and trace elements in curry leaves (Murraya Koenigii) and their organic constituents by GC-MS; R. P. Choudhury, G. Jain & A. N. Garg; Journal of Radioanalytical and Nuclear Chemistry (2006) 270, 187–195
  • Analysis of Indian mint (Mentha spicata) for essential, trace and toxic elements and its antioxidant behaviour; J Pharm Biomed Anal; R Paul Choudhury, A Kumar, A N Garg (2006) 41(3):825-32.

Disclaimer

The information mentioned above is true to the best of my knowledge and, I am solely responsible, if any of the details stated above found false.

Patents

  • Method Of Producing Fcv Tobacco With Improved Flavour, Application no. 318/KOL/2011 A
  • Method for shaping keratin fibers by applying reducing agent and applying diacidic compound (P18); composition comprising diacidic compound + oxidizing agent (Zero Oxidation Styling), Application no. 201711046990
  • Compounds derived from indolin-3-one, compositions thereof and use thereof for dyeing keratin fibers, Application no. 201941051757
  • Two-step process for treating keratin fibres comprising the application of Indigofera tinctoria (Indigo) followed by Acacia Concinna (Shikakai) – Layering, Application no. 201911024977
  • Novel reactivity probe (Dimethyl amino N-(2-(1-naphthyl)acetyl)-L-cysteine) and a method for fast high throughput detection of reactive molecules and categorizing potential skin sensitizers, Application no. 202341086958
  • Green emulsifier - Alkaline agent and/or oxidative dye, non oxyalkylenated surfactant (COCO-GLUCOSIDE 71940, POLYGLYCERYL-4 CAPRATE 77931, GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE 79372, SUCROSE STEARATE 80063), fatty compound, ratio fatty compounds / non oxyalkylenated surfactant >= 3:1, Application no. 202321085964

Personal Information

  • Current CTC: 68 lakhs per annum
  • Date of Birth: 04/19/78
  • Nationality: Indian

Timeline

Laboratory Leader AGM – Head, Analytical Sciences

L’Oréal SA
01.2021 - Current

Scientific Expert and Functional Head of Lab

L’Oréal SA
01.2018 - 01.2021

Invention / Discovery Laboratory Leader Principal Scientist - Analytical Chemist

L’Oréal SA
01.2012 - 01.2018

Head R&D-Analytical Sciences

Marico Limited
01.2011 - 01.2012

Research Scientist-Analytical Sciences

ITC Limited
01.2006 - 01.2011

PhD - Analytical chemistry

IIT Roorkee

M Sc - Organic Chemistry

Assam University

B Sc - Chemistry

Gurucharan College
Ratnadeep Paul Choudhury