Riya Shinde

• Proficient in operating pharmaceutical unit operations such as loss-in-weight feeder characterization, blending, granulation, drying and direct compaction
• Predictions of feeder performance based on pharmaceutical materials with Principle component analysis followed by similarity scores
• Formulation development for melt and wet granulation for both batch and continuous precesses in collaboration with Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine and Thermo Fisher
• Process characterization using near infrared spectroscopy, UV-vis spectroscopy, dissolution, and drug release tests to evaluate drug content and release profile from tablet to determine the optimal formulation for our needs
• Expanding database of material properties by characterizing physical material properties with different techniques using FT4 Rheometer for both Pharmaceutical and Catalyst materials and employing the database to find surrogate materials
• Characterizing catalyst material in raw and blend form for prediction of blend properties using Principle component analysis followed by similarity scores
• Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.

• Powder characterization using Freeman Technology Rheometer for shear, compressibility, flow rate, permeability, and measuring bulk properties, particle size distribution using laser diffraction particle size analyzer
• Characterization of powder formulations from pharmaceutical and catalyst industries in both, raw and processed form
• Actively participated in the bi-annual Catalyst Manufacturing Consortium representing the Powder Flow and Handling project
• Worked both independently and collaboratively in fast-paced laboratory environment.
• Reviewed documents and data to identify trends and patterns.
• Maintained up-to-date records of research activities and results for future reference.
• Attended seminars and symposiums to improve overall knowledge and understanding.
• Maintained and calibrated various types of lab equipment.

• Worked with instruments like Gas Chromatography, High Performance Liquid Chromatography, Titrations, medium preparations
• Attended meetings and presentations to learn project details.
• Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
• Collaborated with research teams to develop project plans aligned with target timescales.

• Planning shifts and helping management with purchase of materials
• Worked closely with engineers on projects.
• Evaluated quality control processes and made recommendations for improvements in quality control
• Adhered to safety procedures and good housekeeping standards to comply with regulations.

The project included the study of existing Phthalic Anhydride plant with application of various core subjects studied during the course of four years.

• Acquired knowledge of industry trends and developed solutions and strategy through effective research.
• Assisted in assembling project documentation for project manager, confirming inclusion of data and preliminary information.