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Rishabh Ishan

Fairfield,NJ

Summary

Research Associate and Chemist with a Master’s degree in Pharmaceutical Science with comprehensive knowledge in quality control procedures, lab management and regulatory compliance. Experience includes identifying chemical anomalies, maintaining laboratory safety protocols, implementing process improvement strategies and hands-on experience in laboratory research, data analysis, and analytical testing. Proficient in HPLC, UV spectrophotometry, and cell culture techniques, SDS-PAGE, with a strong ability to interpret complex data and produce high-quality research documentation. Detail-oriented, collaborative, and contributed to improving product quality and reliability in previous roles with proactive resolution of potential issues.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

QC Chemist

Granulation Technology Inc.
Fairfield, NJ
04.2025 - Current
  • Conduct Assay, Content Uniformity, Dissolution studies for In-Process, Stability and Finished Product drugs using instruments like HPLC, UPLC(Software used- Empower 1), FTIR(Software used- Spectrum) and UV Spectrophotometer(Software used- PerkinElmer and LabSolutions).
  • Testing Out of Specification samples based on the USP guidelines.
  • Use USPNF monographs to conduct Raw materials testing.
  • Calibration of ph meter and balance scale.
  • Disposing off tested samples.
  • Overall improvements in methods and Lab functioning.

Student Researcher

University of Maryland
Baltimore, MD
06.2024 - 12.2024

Developed a proposal for PROTACs targeting the DENV2 NS5 protein.

  • Involved expression of NS5 protein using E. coli bacterial culture and SDS-PAGE (Gel Electrophoresis), then purification and concentration using FPLC (Ni-NTA column, Heparin column and Size Exclusion column) on AKTA chromatography systems operated by Unicorn software.
  • Then using SILCS Software to identify hotspots and do pharmacophore screening.

Collaborated with other lab colleagues and contributed to additional projects:

  • Expression of M1 and M1*-Nanobody protein using E. coli on SDS-PAGE, then purification using FPLC (Ni-NTA column and Size Exclusion column).
  • Finding its molecular weight using MS-(TOF) and finding the sequence using HDX-MS.
  • Regularly doing bacterial cell culture, gel electrophoresis and use of FPLC (AKTA) and HDX-MS for studying protein chemistry by using software like- Unicorn, MassLynx, PLGS and DynamX.

Office Administrative Assistant

University of Maryland
Baltimore, MD
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Managed filing systems created documents with Microsoft Office and ensured data confidentiality.
  • Organized office calendar events effectively.
  • Coordinated supply orders and managed inventory.
  • Assisted in organizing events, including conferences and seminars.
  • Conducted administrative tasks, including photocopying and faxing documents.

Patron Assistant

UrecFit and Wellness
Baltimore, MD
01.2024 - 06.2024
  • Provided first aid, emergency help, and reported issues.
  • Handled calls, visitor guidance, and tours.
  • Coordinated event registrations and reservations.
  • Ensured safety with hourly checks.

Health Consultant

Redcliffe Lifetech Ltd.
Haryana, India
06.2022 - 08.2023
  • Resolve escalations related to faulty reports.
  • Advise patients on the reports obtained.
  • Also, handle chat and email processes in Customer Support.

Education

Master of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences

University of Maryland, Baltimore
Baltimore, MD
12-2024

Bachelors - Pharmaceutical Sciences

GD Goenka University
Haryana, India
05-2022

High School Diploma -

Amity International School
Haryana, India
05-2018

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Skills

  • HPLC
  • FTIR
  • UV Visible Spectroscopy
  • Raw materials testing
  • cGMP
  • GLP
  • GDP
  • Assay, Content Uniformity
  • In-Process, Blend studies
  • Dissolution studies
  • Buffer preparation
  • PH meter measurement techniques
  • HDX-MS
  • Gel electrophoresis
  • SDS-PAGE
  • Western blotting
  • E Coli system protein expression
  • Protein purification
  • Akta chromatography
  • Unicorn software
  • FPLC
  • Size exclusion
  • Bacterial cell culture
  • Autoclaving
  • Mathematics
  • Python
  • Outlook
  • Microsoft Office
  • Quality control
  • Laboratory equipment handling
  • Wet chemistry
  • Research and development
  • Team player
  • Enthusiastic
  • Detail-oriented
  • Good communication skills
  • Punctual
  • Problem solving

Awards

  • State Level Champion and National Level participant in Yoga.
  • Awarded Excellence in Yoga.
  • Awarded Star Performer in Sports.

Activities

  • Participated in various webinars and seminars related to the field of pharmacy.
  • Volunteered at El Jeffa Foundation (NGO) for the Savitri Bai Phule Education Program.
  • Industrial field visit to the Indian Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Ltd. in Gurugram, Haryana.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional

References

References available upon request.

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work

Location Preference

On-Site

Salary Range

$65000/yr - $200000/yr

Timeline

QC Chemist

Granulation Technology Inc.
04.2025 - Current

Student Researcher

University of Maryland
06.2024 - 12.2024

Office Administrative Assistant

University of Maryland
01.2024 - 06.2024

Patron Assistant

UrecFit and Wellness
01.2024 - 06.2024

Health Consultant

Redcliffe Lifetech Ltd.
06.2022 - 08.2023

Master of Science - Pharmaceutical Sciences

University of Maryland, Baltimore

Bachelors - Pharmaceutical Sciences

GD Goenka University

High School Diploma -

Amity International School
Rishabh Ishan