Manager Management

PRASANNA VINJAMURI

***, *** ******** ****, **** and Country, MO, 63017

Tel: 314-***-****

Email: abiixt@r.postjobfree.com

QUALIFICATIONS

SUMMARY

Highly analytical and organized Scientist with extensive training and expertise in Environmental

Chemistry, Ecology, Industrial Waste Management and Soil Remediation. Team-oriented with

outstanding problem solving and communication skills. Articulate negotiator and skilled in

project management with proven strengths in motivating teams.

Researched Industrial wastes origin, properties, and management practices such as source

reduction and disposal methods

Extensively studied management of hazardous wastes in environmental friendly manner

Special expertise in monitoring coal ash and treated sewage/effluent parameters/ quality

Expertise in physical and chemical analysis of soils such as pH, electrical conductivity,

porosity, moisture holding capacity, organic carbon, nitrogen, phosphorous, potassium and

trace metals

Specialized skills in trace metal analysis

Thorough understanding and knowledge in using laboratory instruments such as pH meter,

AAS: Atomic Absorption Spectrometry, UV-Visible Spectroscopy, ICP-MS: Inductively

Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry, XRF: X-Ray Fluorescence Spectrometry, Gas

Chromatography, HPLC: High performance liquid chromatography

Skilled in conducting Ambient and Stack Air Quality Monitoring

Extensively studied seed germination, plant growth, biomass production, nitrogen,

phosphorous, potassium uptake and trace metal concentrations in some nursery plants

Extensive knowledge of Pollution, Ecology, Microbiology, Environmental management,

Wildlife management, Environmental protection, Environmental impact assessment as part

of curriculum in post graduation, including Botany, Genetics and Biotechnology as elected

subjects for GATE exam

Knowledge of theoretical and field study of ecological communities

Managed a plant nursery for four years during the PhD program

Well-versed with GHG protocol

Adept at statistical data analysis using computer software program

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Access

Multi-lingual; speaks English, Hindi and Southern Indian languages

EDUCATION

PhD in Environmental Sciences, 2002, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, A.P., India

Master of Science in Environmental Sciences, 1994, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, A.P.,

India

Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences, 1991, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, A.P.,

India

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Andhra University, A.P, India

Research Project Associate 2002-2003

Developed teaching strategies to improve learning capabilities of post graduate students

Provided prompt assistance in identification of researchers needs and established objectives

for research tasks

Efficiently managed budgetary matters relating to projects; handled expense control

administration so as not to exceed the total amount of funds awarded and ensure compliance

to specific budget category expenditure limits; obtaining prior approvals (from the sponsor)

for budget changes

Examined monthly accounting reports and, upon expiration of the contract, making

adjustments to clear all expenses

Submitted progress and final reports as required under the terms of award

Department of Environmental Sciences, Andhra University, A.P., India

Doctoral Research 1995-2002

Conducted extensive research focusing on land reclamation through solid wastes application

Researched the origin and properties of different solid wastes and their hazardous effects on

environment

Analyzed effects of fly ash and sewage on soil environment in particular reference to its

fertility and heavy metal concentrations by applying fly ash and sewage sludge to soil in

different compositions

Performed thorough physical and chemical analysis of solid wastes and soils

Systematically investigated seed germination, plant growth, biomass production, essential

nutrient uptake and heavy metal concentration of some plants in field and controlled

environment

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Mental Health Specialist, St. Louis, MO

Business Manager 2003-2004

Analyzed and ensured accuracy of insurance contracts, including physicians, and employee

contracts

Resolved billing and employee related issues and grievances

Monitored and ensured compliance of physicians to all license requirements

Processed renewal of privilege applications, identifying new business areas, new referral

zones, property acquisition issues

Developed and Implemented strategic business plans for the organization

Medclin Research, St. Louis, MO

Business Manager and Research Coordinator 2004 - Present

Facilitate market advantage for the company and define study protocols. Persuasively

negotiate budgets with drug companies and handle budget. Ensure successful functions of

multiple ongoing trials involving patients or health volunteers.

Research and identify potential subjects for study and recruitment. Conduct screening;

oversee enrollment, and approval of subjects. Randomize the subjects via IVRS system.

Define and implement sponsor protocols including protocol requirements for patient visit

schedules, test procedures, laboratory information, and drug accountability requirements.

Comply with research procedures and study timeline. Ensure completion of study forms,

maintain accuracy of case report forms in electronic and paper formats, and capture all data

required by a study protocol.

Organize schedules and attend or resolve queries. Collaborate with principal investigator to

assure that patients receive appropriate medical evaluation and care. Interacting with the

Institutional Review Board (IRB).

Report SAE’ s and perform other documentation procedures

Oversee laboratory procedures and document laboratory results. Perform EKGs and vital

signs as needed. Lead and direct research assistants, and prepare regulatory document for

submission

Coordinate with Principal Investigator, study team to ensure that all study related

procedures are conducted in compliance with the clinical protocol and GCP. Participate in

sponsor Investigator/Study Coordinator meetings as needed for assigned protocols

A WA R D S & H O N O R S

GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) PhD scholarship

Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) is an annual exam for admission to

M.Tech and M.S. programs in most premier engineering and pharmacy institutes in India.

It is regarded as a benchmark test for engineering graduates in India.

Awarded as School caption for the moral and social character in Higher Secondary School

Received prizes every year in school career for social and cultural activities

Received best seminar awards in post graduation

Established and developed a new business from scratch

Made major contributions for a clinical research organization, to grow into an extremely

dynamic patient recruiting and retaining organization in the US as a valuable service for

major pharmaceutical companies through the development of recruitment and training

plans tailored to research protocol

Assisted in running a nursing home with a 15 percent profit margin during the first year

PUBLICATIONS

V. Prasanna Lakshmi, E.U.B. Reddi: Germination, growth and dry matter production of

Casuarina Equisetifolia on soil amended with fly ash and sewage sludge mix.

Bull. Env. Sci. Vol. XIX (2001) 71-74, (2001)

V. Prasanna Lakshmi, E.U.B. Reddi: Utilization of fly ash- sewage sludge as fertilizer

substitute in growing seedling of Acacia Mangium and A. Auriculiformis in a nursery

-A study on urban solid waste management.

Indian J. Environ. & Ecoplan. 6(1): 33-38 (2002)

V.Prasanna Lakshmi, D. Uday Kumar: Effect of fly ash and sludge on growth of Acacia

Mangium wild at nursery level.

Indian Journal of Botanical Research Vol. 2 (2006) 13-16

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