Ankita Patel
North Brunswick,NJ
Summary
Professional Summary :
Pursuing masters in pharmacometrics from university of Maryland fall 2023 to involve more in drug development process by learning and utilizing skills of cloud-based software R programming, PUMAS, Phoenix wiNNonlin, NLME, PK modeling, Data analysis and data importing reconstructing data, statistical analysis, Fundamentals of PK-PD, and plotting. Currently working as a Scientist in DMPK- group in Bristol Myers Squibb and providing support for In-vitro, In-vivo PK-PD assay, Tissue homogenization, TSU sample shipment with collaboration of different investigators. Looking for opportunity in PK-PD modeling or pharmacometrician, Clinical pharmacologist to develop my skills into pharmacometrician area.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Scientist DMPK,PCO
Bristol Myers Squibb
04.2021 - Current
- Provided bioanalytical support for in vivo and in vitro PK and PD assays including tissue homogenization for analyses and plasma protein binding assays, serum stability assays, Plasma stability assay.
- Providing support for sample management for PK -PD studies.Homogenized various animal tissues for PK analysis.
- Provided support for design the protocol and validated with positive controls for centralized brain binding assay development and plasma protein binding assay.
- Trained on LC-MS analyst software (Sciex), Phoenix WinNonlin Software (Certara) support PK Noncompartmental data analysis.
- Read literature related to scientific area of expertise to remain current in knowledge.
- Evaluated and implemented new technologies and laboratory techniques to improve quality and robustness of sample analysis.
Formulation Scientist, Consultant
Pfizer
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Involved in process optimization and process development of Novel adjuvant product.
- Supported formulation group for novel adjuvant product, Liposome preparation using different technique like Mini-extruder, Lipex extruder, Homogenizer, roto-evaporator, Nano assemblr.
- Performed Relevant biophysical and particle characterization of the prepared formulation using techniques such as dynamic light scattering (DLS) and zetasizer, Micro flow imaging, Nano sight.Designed and executed targeted formulation studies to support formulation development of vaccine antigen candidate within vaccine research and development
- Performed pre-formulation stability and solubility studies and other related activities as assigned.
QUALITY CONTROL Scientist II
Amneal Pharmaceuticals
07.2017 - 01.2020
- Worked on small molecules generic products routine analysis of drug.
- Knowledge of cGMP/GMP, CGP, FDA and ICH guidance, CAPA action.
- Trained junior scientist on different analytical instruments.
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Performed dissolution, Assay, BU, CU by HPLC, UV Spectroscopy, Atomic absorption spectroscopy, TLC, FTIR, disintegration etc
- Performed particle size, standardization by KF titration, friability, cleaning validation.
- Worked under GMP environment.
Student Assistant/Research Assistant
Lamar University
09.2015 - 08.2016
- Trained junior undergrad students on different analytical instruments and lab equipments.
- Set up labs for undergraduate Students.
- Operated analytical instrumentation such as, HPLC, IR, DSC, UV-VIS, and Titration.
Education
Master of Science - Pharmacometrics
University of Maryland - Baltimore
Baltimore, MD05.2025
Master of Science - chemistry
Lamar University
Beaumont, Texas08.2016
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
North Maharashtra University
Maharastra India09.2010
Skills
- PK-PD modeling and Simulation, ADME, drug -drug interaction
- Phoenix WinnoLin Software
- NCA data Analysis, PK parameters, LC-MS Sciex analyst software
- MS OFFICE, MS WORD, MS EXCEL, SAS/BASE, PROC SQL, SAS Advance, SAS datasets, SAS functions, SAS programming, SAS system Reporting
- Project management
- R Programming
- Pumas, NONMEM
- Statistical analysis
- Animal Studies
Certification
SAS BASE CERTIFIED, (122-OD) Introduction to Phoenix WinNonlin (Part-1)-NCA (Certara), Certified Scrum Master (Credential ID: 1628067), (103-OD) Fundamentals of Pharmacokinetics (Certara), (105-OD) Noncompartmental Data Analysis (Certara), (123-OD) Introduction to Phoenix WinNonlin Part-2 (Certara)
Timeline
Scientist DMPK,PCO
Bristol Myers Squibb
04.2021 - Current
Formulation Scientist, Consultant
Pfizer
01.2020 - 04.2021
QUALITY CONTROL Scientist II
Amneal Pharmaceuticals
07.2017 - 01.2020
Student Assistant/Research Assistant
Lamar University
09.2015 - 08.2016
Master of Science - Pharmacometrics
University of Maryland - Baltimore
Master of Science - chemistry
Lamar University
Bachelor of Science - Pharmacy
North Maharashtra University