HARIKUMAR VEGESANA
Lansdale,PA
Summary
Results-driven analytical development specialist with extensive experience at Kelly Services Inc., demonstrating a strong track record from R&D to commercialization. Achieved significant efficiency gains while enhancing cross-functional team productivity through expertise in HPLC and continuous improvement methodologies. Committed to maintaining GMP standards, showcasing dedication to excellence in pharmaceutical sciences.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Scientist
Kelly Services Inc.
05.2022 - Current
- Contributed to Kenvue project efforts at Fort Washington location.
- Directed analytical development activities, working with cross-functional teams (Quality, Regulatory), from early-stage R&D to commercialization.
- Handled method validation and transfer to external laboratories, certifying consistent analytical results across multiple sites.
- Facilitated a holistic approach to employee training, teaching laboratory techniques and methodology, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and an overarching perspective on product development.
- Designed new, more efficient dissolution methods, leading to significant efficiency gains, and reducing average analysis time.
- Participating in the product development of tablets and liquid orals using disintegration, dissolution, and FT-IR techniques.
- Implemented an improved system for stocking laboratory glassware and served as a backup, ensuring uninterrupted inventory.
Research Associate
Eminent Services Corp.
Frederick, MD
04.2019 - 04.2022
- Worked on the analysis of solid dosage formulations using IR, UV, dissolution, KF, and UPLC (Empower).
- Executed planning and analysis of stability samples for pharmaceutical products.
- Identified technical challenges in methods and optimized solutions.
- Planned and executed activities across various projects to ensure timely completion.
- Supported clients with FDA documentation.
- Supervised receipt, storage, and shipping of clinical trial medications.
- Managed inventory of pharmaceutical drugs and ensured proper disposal.
Lab Scientist
Sainnocare Pharmaceuticals
Perkasie, PA
10.2018 - 01.2019
- Developed methods and validated pharmaceutical formulations using HPLC.
- Maintained and updated standard operating procedures.
- Enhanced peer knowledge through targeted instruction in analytical techniques.
Analytical Chemist
High Performance Products and Engineering
Columbus, Georgia
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Devised techniques for QC testing of Dextran and pullulan using various instruments including HPLC, Column Chromatography, Viscometer, FT-IR and UV spectrophotometers.
- Executed chemical and analytical testing on raw materials.
- Developed and synthesized variations for Dextran and Levan.
- Cultured microbes for Dextran fermentation.
- Kept SOPs and records compliant with cGMP standards.
Pharmacy Technician
St. Francis Hospital
Columbus, GA
09.2012 - 12.2017
- Managed prescription orders and intravenous medication preparation in sterile environment.
- Packaged various pharmaceutical products.
- Managed inventory of CII medications efficiently.
- Coordinated medication orders across various vendors.
- Ensured accurate patient billing and documentation compliance under pharmacy regulations.
Education
Ph.D - Natural Products Chemistry
Guru Nanak Dev University
Amritsar, Punjab, India01.2003
M. Pharmacy - Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Devi Ahilya Viswavidyalaya
Indore, India01.1996
Skills
- HPLC, UPLC (Classic and H-Class)
- GC, FT-NMR, GC-MS, FT-IR
- KF titrator, Dissolution apparatus
- Continuous Improvement, Efficiency Management
- Scientific report writing, record maintenance
- Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
- Sterile compounding of pharmaceuticals
Publications
- P.Sridevi, B.Raju, V.H.K.Verma and Rangarao., 2014, Synthesis of derivatives of 4-Hydroxy isoleucine from Fenugreek and evaluation of their anti-diabetic activity., International Journal of Phytopharmacy, 4, 1, 06-10
- P.Sridevi, K.S.Prashant, M.Bhagvan Raju and V.H.K.Verma., 2011, Preparation of semi-synthetic derivatives of isolated solanesol from Tobacco scrap and evaluation of their antioxidant and antimicrobial activity., Journal of Pharmacy Research, 4, 10, 3620-3623
- Pattari Lohita and VHK Verma., 2010, Phytochemical Screening and Evaluation of Antibacterial activity of Litsea Glutinosa bark ethanolic extract., Pharmacology online, 1, 618-623
- V.H.K.Verma and G.D.Kiranbabu., 2008, Essential Oil composition of Bothriochloabladhii by HPLC., Journal of Essential Oil Research, 20, 1, 55-57
- V.H.K.Verma and Bikram Singh., 2002, Isolation, Characterization and Quantitative estimation of thiophenes from Tagetes species by HPLC., Journal of the Indian Chemical Society, 79, 6, 546
- V.H.K.Verma and Bikram Singh., 2002, Characterization of polyphenols in Bauhinia variegata by HPLC., 39th Annual Convention of Chemists, Nagarjuna University, December 22 – December 26, 2002
- V.H.K.Verma, Umar Mehamood and Bikram Singh., 2001, Clerodane diterpenoids from Ajuga bracteosa., Natural Products Letters, 16, 4, 25, September 16 – September 18, 2000
Degree
- M.Pharm.
- Ph.D
Affiliations
- Enjoy working in garden and Cooking
- Spend time in Gym to improve fitness.
Accomplishments
- Awarded fellowships at Masters and Doctoral programs.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Scientist
Kelly Services Inc.
05.2022 - Current
Research Associate
Eminent Services Corp.
04.2019 - 04.2022
Lab Scientist
Sainnocare Pharmaceuticals
10.2018 - 01.2019
Analytical Chemist
High Performance Products and Engineering
01.2018 - 05.2018
Pharmacy Technician
St. Francis Hospital
09.2012 - 12.2017
Ph.D - Natural Products Chemistry
Guru Nanak Dev University
M. Pharmacy - Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry
Devi Ahilya Viswavidyalaya
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