Rikisha Patel

Senior Analytical Chemist with 10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical Quality Control (QC) and Analytical Development Laboratory (ADL) environments. Extensive hands-on expertise in HPLC, GC, UV-Visible Spectroscopy, FTIR, Karl Fischer, Dissolution, TOC, and Wet Chemistry. Strong background in method validation, method verification, stability studies, and cGMP/GLP compliance.

Experienced in analytical data review, SOP preparation, protocol writing, and regulatory documentation. Proven ability to ensure product quality, regulatory compliance, and laboratory efficiency.

Senior Analytical Chemist - Invatech Pharma Solutions LLC

(2023-12)

• Perform analysis of raw materials, APIs, chemical intermediates, and finished pharmaceutical products using HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, and Karl Fischer.
• Conduct stability testing and evaluate analytical data for compliance with specifications.
• Develop and validate analytical methods according to ICH guidelines.
• Prepare and execute method validation protocols and reports.
• Perform instrument calibration and ensure preventive maintenance compliance.
• Generate technical reports and maintain accurate laboratory documentation.
• Support regulatory audits and quality investigations

Senior Officer – Analytical Development Laboratory (ADL) - Apothecon Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

(2020-12 - 2023-11)

• Reviewed analytical raw data and ensured compliance with cGMP documentation practices.
• Prepared specifications, STPs, and methods of analysis (MOA).
• Reviewed method validation and method verification documentation.
• Coordinated analyst work allocation and laboratory workflow.
• Managed stability sample charging, monitoring, and withdrawal.
• Prepared method validation protocols and summary reports.

Senior QC Analyst - Elysium Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

(2018-07 - 2020-11)

• Conducted analytical method validation and method verification activities.
• Authored method validation protocols and reports.
• Operated and troubleshot HPLC, Dissolution Apparatus, pH Meter, UV-Vis, FTIR, and Karl Fischer instruments.
• Ensured compliance with SOPs, cGMP, and GLP requirements.
• Performed analytical method transfer, modification, and optimization.

QC Analyst - Astral Steritech Pvt. Ltd.

(2014-10 - 2018-06)

• Performed qualitative and quantitative analysis of raw materials, finished products, stability samples, cleaning validation, and process validation samples.
• Conducted water testing and wet chemistry analysis.
• Performed routine instrument calibration and verification.
• Maintained laboratory documentation in compliance with regulatory standards.

Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Zoology - M.S. University (2014)

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Zoology - M.S. University (2012)