Developed and implemented clinical lab testing protocols, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Analyzed collected data using bio-analytical and statistical software programs such as such as LC/MS, GC-MS, UV-Vis, HPLC, ESI-MS, NMR, MALDI-TOF, FT- IR, on Chef and S5, Quant Studio 12K.
Performing clinical sample analysis, degradation and stability studies
Communicated research results through conference presentations, scientific publications and project reports.
Trained research personnel on instrument maintenance, good documentation practice (GDP), and troubleshooting scientific and laboratory testing problems
Collaborated with cross functional members (IT, research, business) in developing the LIMS, LIS, lab safety (HIPPA, OSHA) and new testing panels.
Writing laboratory SOPs, validation reports, ensuring QC/QA, compiling analytical according to the FDA, CLIA, CMS regulatory standards and requirements.
Maintained detailed documentation of all research activities
Experienced in laboratory accreditation of high-complexity laboratories with College of American Pathology (CAP), CLIA, American Pathology Informatics (API).
Clinical Research Scientist
Microgen Health
, VA
03.2021 - 04.2021
Performing validations for various methods using Gas chromatography-mass spectrometers (GC-MS), Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), Next Gene Sequencing (NGS), Ion Chef and S5, and Quant studio 12K instruments
Reviewing and updating current test procedures to ensure the validity of product qualification testing
Conduct pharmacokinetic and toxicokinetic analysis, quality control analysis, and quantitation of metabolites using analytical instruments such as GC-MS, UV-Vis, HPLC, ESI-MS, NMR LC/MS
Collaborates with researchers on the preparation of clinical study-related documents including protocols, SOPs, statistical summary reports, and clinical sections of regulatory documents
Clinical Lab Scientist
Devansh Lab
, AL
06.2020 - 03.2021
Performing routine laboratory tests using instruments such as LC-MS/MS, QS12K FLEX, GC-MS, UV-Vis, HPLC, ESI-MS, NMR
Prepare compounds, test solutions, and reagents to conduct laboratory-developed tests and experiments using LC/MS, GC-MS, UV-Vis, and FT-IR instruments
Review analytical method validation protocols, sample analysis plans, and analytical study reports to ensure compliance with appropriate SOPs and regulatory guidelines
Postdoctoral Research Associate
University of Houston
Houston, TX, Texas
01.2020 - 06.2020
Published 1 peer-reviewed research articles as a first author in high impact journal
Synthesized a series of degradable (biodegradable and water degradable) and high thermal properties polymers from renewable resources via a multi-step synthesis process
Designed and developed 3 research projects including designing of experiments (DOE), method development, compound analysis, and publishing the research papers
Designed and developed a series of small molecules and monomers for the synthesis of polymers from renewable resources
These polymers will be utilized in making water degradable sensors
Analysis of small molecules, polymers, and chemical compounds using various analytical instruments such as liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC/MS), Gas chromatography-mass spectrometers (GC-MS), Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), and Thermo gravimetric analysis (TGA).
Executive Member, UND Student Representative
Red River Valley
, ND
01.2018 - 01.2020
Graduate Teaching/Research Assistant
University of North
Dakota, ND
08.2014 - 12.2019
Graduate Research Associate and Assistant
University of North Dakota
08.2014 - 12.2019
Published 6 peer-reviewed research articles as the first author in various high-impact factor journals
A few other manuscripts are in progress
Performing analytical instruments validation including Nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR), Liquid chromatography- mass spectrometry (LC/MS), Gas chromatography-mass spectrometers (GC-MS), High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), Electrospray Ionization Mass Spectrometry (ESI-MS), UV-Vis, and FT-IR
Conducted studies on the preparation of compounds, reagents, and reagents to conduct laboratory-developed tests and experiments using LC/MS, GC-MS, UV-Vis, and FT-IR instruments
Synthesized several chemical/biological compounds targeting the product applications in medicinal chemistry such as drug delivery and biodegradation process
Designed and developed a convenient methodology for the chemoselective synthesis of organic compounds via hydroboration and hydrosilylation of carbonyls under inert conditions
Designed, developed, and synthesized degradable and high thermal properties polymers, poly(silyl ether)s, polyesters, and polylactides (PLA) from renewable resources for potential applications as degradable materials for biomedical applications
Various metal catalysts including Manganese (Mn), Aluminum (Al), Zinc (Zn), and Ruthenium (Ru), were synthesized
These catalysts were used to synthesize polymers via dehydrogenative coupling/polymerization and ring opening polymerization methods
Managed collaborative research projects between UND Chemistry, NDSU Biochemistry and Coatings, UND Engineering, UND Medical Collage, and BGSU Chemistry departments.
Peer Reviewer
ACS
01.2016 - 01.2019
Doctoral Dissertation Assistantship, NSF-NDEPSCoR, Reviewed about 60+ research articles and book chapters for various research journals including
Organometallics
Chem Communication
MDPI journals (Polymers, Molecules, and Catalysts)
RSC Advances
Catalysis Science and Technology
Journal of Electronic Material
President of Chemistry
01.2017 - 01.2018
Member of International Student Advisory Counsel
01.2017 - 01.2018
Best Employee Award, Asian Paints
Hyderabad, India
01.2016 - 01.2018
Committee Member
Outreach
01.2016 - 01.2017
Analytical Chemist
Asian Paints
, India
09.2012 - 07.2014
Analytical Chemist
Asian Paints
, India
09.2012 - 06.2014
Worked in production and quality departments to analyze the various synthesized materials using liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC/MS), Gas chromatography-mass spectrometer (GC-MS), Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR), High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC)
This resulted in understanding the handling, and operation of a variety of chemical process instruments
Manage proper disposal of chemical waste generated in laboratory and pilot plant experiments
Performed internal quality and safety audits and monitored QC/QA manuals as per the factory regulations
Awarded as the best employee in 2014 for outstanding performance in root cause analysis of R&D batches
Dr. Roland G. Severson
01.2018
Chemistry Research Award, UND Chemistry, Certificate of Excellence for outstanding outreach events, UND Chemistry
CSIR-UGC
, India
01.2014
Reviewer panel member
RSC
01.2011
Education
Ph.D - Chemistry
University of North Dakota
12.2019
M.S - Organic Chemistry
Osmania University
05.2011
B.S - Chemistry and Microbiology
Osmania University
04.2009
Doctoral -
University of North Dakota
Skills
Instrumentation Skills
NMR, HPLC, GC-MS, LC-MS, UV-vis, FT-IR, GPC, TGA, and DSC
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