Bandarupalli Krishna

Experienced Team Lead with a Ph.D. in organic Chemistry and 19 years of R&D experience in organic synthesis, process development, and technology transfer. Adept at feasibility studies, multi-step synthesis, process scale-up, and cross-functional collaboration. Proven track record of developing and transferring commercial routes for multiple agrochemical molecules, driving cost reductions and ensuring regulatory and EHs compliance.

Strong publication record with peer-reviewed articles and expertise in analytical techniques and green chemistry.

Team Lead at Dhanuka Agritech Limited (2025-09 – Present)

• Define project design strategies with clear timelines and collaborate with cross-functional teams including ADL, Q, SCM, Engineering, and BD to execute project requirements.
• Identify and optimize critical reaction parameters to ensure safety, quality, and yield.
• Review daily and weekly progress reports, assess project status, and define the way forward to meet milestones.
• Mentor and guide team members, ensuring effective communication and information flow across levels.
• Allocate and monitor research tasks, leading a team of 7-8 chemists to achieve project objectives.
• Ensure all chemical processes comply with regulatory guidelines and safety standards and adhere to EHs protocols.
• Author SOPs, technical reports, presentations, and technology dossiers.

Associate Scientist at Adama India Private Limited (2014-03 – 2025-08)

• Led and guided a team in the design and optimization of synthetic routes for cost-effective and scalable chemical processes.
• Conducted feasibility studies, multi-step experimental designs, and risk assessments to ensure smooth transition from lab to plant scale.
• Provided technical direction, training, and mentorship to team members to enhance problem-solving and project efficiency.
• Collaborated with Analytical, Engineering, and Project Management teams to achieve project milestones within timelines.
• Reviewed and approved SOPs, technical reports, presentations, and technology transfer dossiers to maintain high-quality documentation.
• Ensured compliance with Environmental, Health, and safety (EHs) standards and promoted a strong safety culture.
• Successfully developed and transferred technologies for Cyazofamid, Indoxacarb, Spirotetramat, and Halauxifen methyl ester, achieving significant cost reductions.
• Completed five-batch analyses to support Indian registration with right-first-time results.

Scientist at FMC India Private Limited (2009-07 – 2014-02)

• Invented synthetic routes and developed safe, robust, and cost-effective processes for target molecules.
• Conducted literature searches to design novel and IP-compliant synthetic pathways.
• Supported Chemical Development Lead in preparation of SOPs, technical reports, presentations, and technology dossiers.
• Delivered process optimization and technology transfer for Carbofuran, Sulfentrazone, Flucetosulfuron, and Fluindapyr intermediates.

Research Associate at R L Fine Chem (2007-05 – 2009-06)

• Innovated synthetic routes for hybrid drug substances focusing on cost-effectiveness and sustainability.
• Contributed to regulatory documentation and provided expertise in cGMP manufacturing processes.
• Optimized processes for benzodiazepines, melitracen hydrochloride, and resveratrol derivatives.

Ph.D/Doctorate in Chemistry – Birla Institute of Technology and science, Pilani (2024)

MS/M.Sc(Science) in Chemistry – Kakatiya University (2006)

B.Sc in Chemistry – Kakatiya University (2004)

Class XII in English

Class X in Telugu – Andhra Pradesh (1998)