Anindita Sarkar

I am writing to express my keen interest in a leadership position in esteemed organization. With over 17 years of experience in analytical development, complex generics, and research, I bring a unique blend of scientific expertise, strategic leadership, and a passion for innovation that aligns with your company's mission and goals. Currently, I serve as a Senior Manager at USP India Pvt.

Ltd., where I lead the Compendial Development Laboratory. My role involves managing a team of highly qualified scientists, driving continuous process improvements, and representing USP in external forums. My previous roles at Jodas Expoim, Torrent Pharmaceuticals, and Piramal Pharma Solutions have further honed my skills in method development, regulatory compliance, and cross-functional collaboration.

My academic background, including a Ph.D. from the University of Hyderabad and post-doctoral research in Canada and South Africa, has equipped me with a deep understanding of Analytical chemistry.

Senior Manager at US Pharmacoepia (2022-07 – Present)

• Providing technical guidance for determining the feasibility of the project based on the scope of projects in Project request as and when required.
• Helping in technical decision making for and provide updates to the scientists and guidance as and when needed.
• Reviewing project plans and provide inputs for improving operational efficiency.
• Planning and coordinating for internal audits, ISO-9001, ISO17025 audits, proficiency testing and related activities.
• Helping the scientists in cultivating collaborative, creative problem-solving, and results-driven operations.

Group Leader at Jodas Expoim (2021-04 – 2022-07)

• Handled analytical team for Microspheres and liposome products Q1-Q2, Q3 characterization for regulatory market.
• Analytical Method Development, Method Validation and Tech transfer

Group Leader at Torrent Pharmaceuticals (2016-09 – 2021-04)

Group leader in analytical development laboratory with expertise in Topical/ Ophthalmic formulation; reverse engineering; Chemometrics application of NIR and Raman spectroscopy; solid state characterization; dissolution development; Q1/Q2/Q3 approach; physicochemical and structural characterization.

• Statistical tools and analytical techniques to evaluate critical quality attributes such as drug content uniformity, dissolution profiles, and particle size distribution etc.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation for regulatory submissions, ensuring compliance with FDA and EMA guidelines.

Research Scientist at Piramal Enterprises Ltd. (2014-09 – 2015-08)

• Preformulation, polymorphism screening, salt screening, solubility determination, Analytical instrument handling

Post-doctoral fellow at University of Western Ontario (2013-10 – 2014-09)

University of Western Ontario, Canada

Research Associate at Neuland Laboratories Limited (2009-07 – 2010-06)

• Worked as a group leader in analytical AR&D handling instruments like XRD, NMR, HPLC, TGA, DSC, Mass spectrometer

Ph.D./Doctorate – University of Hyderabad (2009)