Kavya Prabhu
Analytical Chemistry professional with 6+ years of Quality Control experience in cGMP-regulated environments
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Seasoned Analytical Chemistry professional with 6+ years of Quality Control experience in cGMP-regulated environments. Proficient in HPLC, UPLC, GC, AAS, IC, UV–Vis and FTIR, with hands-on expertise in raw material, stability, validation and finished-product testing. Experienced in OOS/OOT investigations, CAPA, instrument calibration and compliant documentation using Chromeleon, LIMS and ERDS. Committed to delivering accurate, reliable and regulatory-compliant analytical results.
Experience
Executive – Quality Control - Sequent Research Limited - Mangalore
(2024-09 - 2025-12)
- Executed complete analysis of validation, stability, and finished products using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, UV–Vis, Dissolution, AAS, GC, IC, and XRD.
- Performed physical and chemical testing such as moisture analysis, density, pH, disintegration, and content uniformity in strict alignment with cGMP guidelines.
- Reviewed and verified analytical results; identified, documented, and escalated OOS, OOT, and deviations in accordance with quality procedures.
- Ensured optimal instrument performance through routine calibration, qualification, and preventive maintenance.
- Collaborated closely with Quality Assurance, R&D, and Manufacturing teams to resolve quality issues and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Hands‑on experience with Chromeleon and LIMS systems.
- Managed testing for diverse dosage forms including potent drugs, ointments, powders, and toothpaste products oral suspension.
Executive – Quality Control - Strides Pharma Science Limited - Bengaluru
(2019-09 - 2024-06)
- Conducted comprehensive QC analysis of raw materials, stability samples, and finished products using HPLC, UV–Vis, Dissolution, and FTIR.
- Performed a wide range of laboratory tests including LOD, assay, impurity profiling, pH, osmometer testing, density, and content uniformity.
- Investigated analytical discrepancies and supported OOS, OOT, deviation handling, and CAPA activities.
- Assisted in analytical method development and optimization, enhancing efficiency and accuracy.
- Worked in close coordination with QA, R&D, and Production teams to ensure consistent compliance.
- Hands‑on exposure to Chromeleon, LIMS, and ERDS.
- Experience across multiple dosage forms such as tablets, capsules, oral solutions, suspensions, ointments, and powders.
Education
Master of Science - Analytical Chemistry - Alva's Education Foundation, Moodbidri (2017 - 2019)
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry-Microbiology-Zoology - Alva's Education Foundation, Moodbidri (2014 - 2017)
