Koushik Reddy Kankanala
Flushing
Summary
Detail-oriented Analytical Research Professional with dual Master's degrees in Organic Chemistry and Healthcare Management. Expertise in GC-MS/MS analysis and method development, ensuring regulatory compliance and drug safety. Led impurity analysis and collaborated with cross-functional teams in pharmaceutical settings while applying knowledge in healthcare policy, strategic planning, and data analytics.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
Hetero Research Foundation
Hyderabad
01.2021 - 09.2022
- Led team in analyzing drug samples for Nitroso Amine impurities, ensuring adherence to safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- Conducted GC-MS/MS analysis to detect and quantify Nitrosamine impurities and Class-1 solvents, supporting regulatory compliance.
- Conducted PPM-level impurity analysis to ensure regulatory compliance and drug safety.
- Led method development and validation activities following regulatory standards.
- Supported impurity profiling and identification of carcinogenic reagents during synthesis processes to enhance safety measures.
- Collaborated with R&D and Quality teams to transition validated methods into production.
- The Purpose of the analysis is to determine whether the starting material in the chemical reaction is completely consumed
JUNIOR CHEMIST
Energon Labs Pvt Ltd
Hyderabad
07.2020 - 12.2020
- Facilitated analytical testing and quality assurance, enhancing laboratory documentation accuracy and reliability.
- Contributed to pharmaceutical drug manufacturing and chemical synthesis research, ensuring adherence to project timelines.
- Upheld laboratory safety standards and compliance protocols, fostering a safe research environment.
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) - Healthcare Management
Brooklyn
Newyork01-2025
Master of Science (M.S.) - Organic Chemistry
University Arts and Science College
Hanamkonda01-2020
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - BZC
Mathrusri Degree & PG College
Huzurabad01-2018
Skills
- GC-MS instrumentation
- GC-MS analysis
- Nitrosamine Impurity Analysis
- Method validation
- Pharmaceutical R&D
- FDA Compliance
- Quality Control
- Class-1 Solvent Testing
- Regulatory Guidelines
- Laboratory Management
- Documentation management
- Project Coordination
- Health Data Analysis
- Strategic Planning
- Management
- HIPAA Compliance
Accomplishments
- Recognized for identifying Nitrosamine impurities and contributing to impurity profiling studies.
- Awarded internal appreciation for analytical support and validation accuracy.
Timeline
RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
Hetero Research Foundation
01.2021 - 09.2022
JUNIOR CHEMIST
Energon Labs Pvt Ltd
07.2020 - 12.2020
Master of Science (M.S.) - Healthcare Management
Brooklyn
Master of Science (M.S.) - Organic Chemistry
University Arts and Science College
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - BZC
Mathrusri Degree & PG College