Highlights:

Skills:HPLC - GPC, Ion exchange, CE-SDS, icIEF, SOLOVPE, GMP compliance, Clinical research

Senior Scientist 01/2024 - current
Lonza Biologics plc, Slough, Berkshire United Kingdom
Industry: Biotechnology
Working as a senior scientist on large molecules for different techniques following GMP compliance
Responsible for planning and executing standard experiments for different methods related to HPLC/UPLC analysis (i.e. IEX, SEC-HPLC,RP-HPLC, peptide mapping), Well experience of EMPOWER 3 software. Concentration check by SoloVPE Protein 280 N-glycan analysis by HILIC method CE-SDS analysis on PA800PLUS Impurity analysis by ELISA White Belt in 6S Accountable for the design, execution and delivery of multiple projects (safety, quality, right first time, on time) by following GMP, well experience of EWB Escalate technical issues in a timely fashion Critically review and interpret raw data & information to produce good quality process knowledge Write reports to an agreed standard suitable for final review by project lead Coach, mentor and train more junior members of department as required Initiate problem solving / trouble shooting activities and escalate as appropriate--
Senior Research Associate 02/2020 - 07/2023
Zydus research centre, Ahmedabad, Gujarat India
Industry: Biotechnology
Worked on protein biosimilars and maintained good documentation practices.
Developed and validated HPLC/UPLC analysis methods (IEX, RP-HPLC, SEC-HPLC, sialic acid quantification). Conducted N-glycan analysis by HILIC method. Trained for CE-SDS and icIEF methods. Prepared SOPs, STPs, and Analysis Test Reports (ATRs). Managed lab material procurement using SAP.--
Research Associate (Bio-analytical) 04/2019 - 03/2020
Lambda Therapeutic Research Ltd., Ahmedabad, Gujarat India
Industry: Clinical research organization (CRO)
Worked in CRO for small molecules on LC/MS/MS
Developed and validated bio-analytical methods in biological matrices. Operated and calibrated LC/MS/MS (Shimadzu LCMS-8050/8060). Maintained analytical equipment and prepared/reviewed SOPs. Worked as per OECD GLP principles and regulatory requirements.--
Research Analyst (Bio-analytical) 07/2016 - 04/2019
Veeda Clinical Research Organization, Ahmedabad, Gujarat India
Industry: CRO
Worked in CRO on small molecules with GLP compliances.
Prepared samples for MD, MV, and project sample analysis. Operated LC-MS/MS (Shimadzu and Sciex) and chromatographic techniques. Supervised general laboratory activities and provided training to junior staff. Ensured quality and compliance with GLP principles.--
Laboratory Technician 05/2014 - 07/2016
Green cross Pathology & molecular Laboratory, Ahmedabad, Gujarat India
Industry: Healthcare
Lab technician in bio-chemistry and micro lab
Ran biological samples on relevant instruments. Performed operation and maintenance of instruments. Reviewed and verified reports generated by relevant machines.--

School of Science, Gujarat University - Ahmedabad 07/2014 - 07/2016
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India
Degree: Master's Degree
Major:Life-science
Minor:Zoology, Biology, Bio-chemistry, chemistry
completed M.Sc. in Life-science with first class

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