Pradunm Kamble

Dedicated Senior Research Associate with 3.5+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience in organic synthesis. Combines strong independent research capabilities with a collaborative mindset to deliver critical project milestones on time.

Utilized

SciFinder for extensive literature research and ChemDraw for structural design, while successfully managing multi-step organic synthesis and high-purity compound purification.

Senior research chemist at Olax pharma (2022-09 – 2026-03)

• Reaction Execution & Monitoring: Conducted multi-step organic synthesis and set up complex chemical reactions from milligram to gram scale, ensuring optimal yield and purity.
• Process Optimization: Involved in the route scouting and process development of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) and key intermediates.
• Analytical Interpretation: Proficient in monitoring reaction progress using TLC and interpreting analytical data including NMR (¹H, ¹³C), IR, and LC-MS for structural elucidation of synthesized compounds.
• Purification Techniques: Expertise in purifying reaction mixtures using structural techniques like Column Chromatography, crystallization, and vacuum distillation.
• Documentation: Maintained meticulous Electronic Laboratory Notebooks (ELN) and compiled comprehensive weekly/monthly research reports aligning with GLP (Good Laboratory Practices) guidelines.
• Lab Safety & Maintenance: Strictly adhered to chemical safety protocols, handled hazardous reagents (like Grignard, organolithium, etc.) safely, and assisted in maintaining lab equipment.

Senior research associate at Exelus pharma (2026-03 – Present)

• Advanced Synthesis: Executing and managing complex, multi-step organic synthesis of novel drug candidates, intermediates, and Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs).
• Route Scouting & Design: Actively participating in designing cost-effective, scalable, and safe chemical routes for new research projects.
• Reaction & Process Optimization: Troubleshooting critical reaction steps to improve overall product yield, reduce impurities, and optimize process parameters.
• Analytical Leadership: Spearheading the independent characterization and structural elucidation of synthesized molecules using High-Field NMR, LC-MS, and IR spectroscopy.
• Project Documentation & Compliance: Ensuring 100% compliance with GLP (Good Laboratory Practices) guidelines through precise upkeep of Laboratory Notebooks (ELN) and drafting tech-transfer documents.
• Lab Mentorship: Assisting the team lead in guiding junior associates/interns, ensuring lab safety protocols, and managing the chemical inventory efficiently

Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Chemistry

University: Swami Ramanand Teerth Marathwada University (SRTMU), Nanded

Year of Completion: 2022

Key Highlights: Specialized in advanced chemical synthesis.