Neel M Kejriwal

Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Downstream Purification Technologies

• Enabled more streamlined downstream processing by implementation of viral filtration and large-scale concentration. Wrote batch records, initiated tech transfer, and trained operators on the process in a GMP setting.
• Led studies focused on developing purification platforms, specifically for Tangential Flow Filtration (TFF) and Affinity Chromatography.
• Led production processes in the cGMP suite, facilitating successful client tech transfer, and providing training to GMP operators.
• Responsible for compiling, presenting, and delivering informative data reports and engaging PowerPoint presentations to clients.

Demonstrated expertise as lead operator for purification technologies in both process development lab space and cGMP suites.

• Specialized in executing various techniques including clarification, UFDF, and Affinity Chromatography at scales between 5 and 1000 liters.
• Analyzed and compiled data for sharing with other scientists.
• Provided mentoring to newly appointed employees by educating them about the appropriate procedural approach for handling tasks at hand.

Led, performed and documented manufacturing procedures for Adeno-Associated Virus (AAV) production.

• Authored and revised Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and production batch records.
• Facilitated process optimization by establishing CAPA's for proactive identification and resolution of issues.

Managing lab maintenance, experiment execution, and client procedures

• Proposed and designed experiments to improve AAV production processes.
• Developed a strong understanding of operating and maintaining GE AKTA chromatography systems.
• Performed purification experiments using HIC, IEX, and Size exclusion chromatography for various AAV serotypes.