NAYNA GOHEL (Ma Nitya Harikanta)
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OBJECTIVE:
To obtain a position in a scientific field, which utilizes my skills,
offers growth and provides an environment of learning in Biotechnology or
Pharmaceutical environment.
SUMMARY:
> Over 17 years of experience in Clinical Research, Validation,
Quality assurance in diagnostics and Biotechnology and
Pharmaceutical environment.
> Experience includes projects management for the validation of
laboratory equipment, computer validation and IT compliance,
Process validation, and Biotech/Environment/Quality
System/Regulatory - validation.
> Demonstrated familiarity with regulatory compliance for agencies
like the FDA, OECD, EPA and EU/EMEA.
> Computerized systems with 21 CFR Part 11 compliance and validation
include specialized training, compliance assessments and validation
of various systems.
EXPERIENCE:
ICON Contracting Solution (JNJ-OCDUS, Raritan, NJ)
09/08 - Present
Clinical Scientist
. Experience with Clinical Trials Phase 0, I, II, III and IV and studies
Immunology, Colon Cancer, Heart Failure and Lung cancer
. Under supervision of the project leader, plans and executes clinical
studies of varying complexity in support of FDA 1572, PMA and
financial discloser submissions and international registrations. Work
within US and international regulatory guidelines, QSR and GCP
. Designs clinical study forms and manages version control. Develops
site management and monitoring plans and participates in clinical
sample acquisition and clinical study implementation. Assists in
identification and selection of principal investigators and clinical
study sites. Assist in preparation of clinical study agreements and
clinical site budgets
. Work with key opinion leaders/Investigators
. Prepare site training materials, prepare study binders (Regulatory,
Data and Training)
. Collaborate with Clinical Data Manager to develop data collection
tools (DCTs)/Case Report Forms (CRFs)/Informed Consent Forms
(ICFs)/Minor Assent Forms, Study Questionnaires, design Study forms,
develop and Utilize tracking tools
. Be able to problem solve and advise team members where to seek answers
to questions about technical issues as required
. Participate with ICS and OCD management in the selection of additional
team member as required
. Conduct/facilitate site training (GCP, regulatory Binder, Generic
study process)
. Collect Essential documents, maintain Trial master file, Coordinate
Site payment
. Mange Study Materials including but not limited to: Kits and reagents
tracking/shipping and reorder
. Equipment and study sample logistics
. Monitor Study sites, including site initiation visit, Interim
Monitoring visit, Close Out visit and associated reports, communicate
with study sites
. Serve as a librarian - Technical library (Scientific literature
filing)
. Technical writing e.g. draft documents of PEP (Performance evaluation
plan), Study protocol, Study management plan, Sample Management plan
and Summary reports)
. Represent the company and the organization adequately in working with
external parties (e.g. CROs) and travel for work about more than 30%
. Protect the company assets and rights, particularly information on IP
as the key asset
. Conduct business in line with the Health care compliance, company
credo, policies and procedures, including applicable SOPs
. Maintain adequate communication with relevant parties within and
outside the company
. Comply with ICH-GCP and all applicable local, state and federal laws
and regulations
. Actively complete required trainings to ensure adequate qualification
for performing job related tasks
. Report (suspicion of )fraud or scientific/ethical misconduct as
appropriate
. Regularly update information in applicable systems and templates
. Contribute to the development and improvement of departmental
procedure and processes and templates in the scope of the company's
effort towards continuous quality improvement
. Maintain quality standard and timeline that are consistent with
business needs
Huntingdon Life Sciences (CRO), East Millstone, NJ 08873
System Specialist
03/08- 09/08
. Perform inspection of computerized system and assay validation
documentation during validation/qualification activities, change
control and ongoing maintenance of systems to the applicable
regulations and SOPs. Prompt reporting of findings to study and
facility management and resolution of issues
. Perform assigned facility and vendor inspections in a timely manner.
Active participant of MARSQA and SQA. Performs any other duties as
required or assigned. Participates on site wide
validation/qualification teams. Reports to study management on
facility and study compliance issues regarding the use of computerized
systems
. Good understanding of IT infrastructure and systems, and system
development life cycle (SDLC). Familiar with Documentum (Tracs
system), Rees Environmental Monitoring System, Watson (LIMS), other
Laboratory applications (e.g. Librate, Analyst, ClynaxysII) and MS
Office applications
. Obtain and provide training (e.g. SOPs) on an annual basis and
maintain training records as new procedures becomes effective. Assure
compliance with all SOPs, US regulations and international regulations
guidelines, company policies and procedures
AtPharma Inc., Princeton, NJ 08540
Validation Consultant - (JNJ - PRD, Raritan, NJ)
01/06- 01/08
. Write and review validation protocols (IQ, OQ, PQ) including URS (User
Requirement Specifications), CSV (Computer System Validation) related
risk assessment, test scripts, test summary reports, data migration,
pre/post execution, and traceability matrices. Write summary reports
of qualification/re-qualification activities. Good understanding of IT
infrastructure and systems, and system development life cycle (SDLC)
. Obtain knowledge of Documentum (PhramaDoc and EDMS) and Track Wise
(Spectrum) from Sparta, MS Office applications, Chromatographic Data
Management System (CDMS) and other Laboratory applications (e.g.
CyberLAB, Millenium32 and Empower)
. Proven track record for completion of complex projects within budget
and on time. Detail-oriented, self-motivated and able to manage
multiple priorities and effectively communicate with team members and
management
. Assure compliance with all SOPs, Pharmaceutical regulations, FDA
regulations such as 21 CFR Part 11, 210, 211, 58, 820 and GXP (GMP,
GLP, and GCP), ICH, USP and European regulations (EPA, OECD)
guidelines, all company policies, and procedures
Ortho Clinical Diagnostics (JNJ), Raritan, NJ 08869
Immunologist, Bio-formulations/Operations
3/02 -1/06
. Planned, designed and performed validation protocol of equipments and
products. Familiar with cGMP, GLP, 21 CFR part 11, work related SOPs
and OSHA regulations
. Developed and implemented new processes for current and new products,
and raw material procedures in formulation and manufacturing.
Developed and improved test methods, testing designs, execution and
documentation of studies
. Monitored Laboratory workload of routine and non-routine analysis of
chemical and biochemical methods. Analyzed and reviewed data using
software such as Empower and Chemstation.
. Used scientific expertise to provide assistance to coworkers in
troubleshooting, laboratory investigations and problem resolution.
Performed AMAPS transactions to assure accuracy of inventory
. Evaluated data to detect product or method-related trends. Worked
independently but ensured communication of critical information upward
with management
Bio-Reference Laboratory, Elmwood Park, NJ 07407
Assistant Supervisor
5/98 - 3/02
Medical Technologist
1/95 - 5/98
. Worked in areas such as Immunology, Cancer Analysis, Therapeutic Drug
Monitoring, Drugs of abuse and PCR Techniques
C&S Clinical Diagnostics, Englewood, NJ 07631
Medical Technologist
5/92 - 12/94
Clinpath Laboratory, Bloomfield, NJ 07003
Medical Technician 1/91 -
3/92
BIo Technology Skills: PCR (Molecular Biological), ELISA, Chromatographic
Techniques, RIA, EIA Techniques, Microbiological Techniques and
Validation Techniques
FAMILIAR EQUIPMENT / INSTRUMENTS: Most lab equipments such as HPLC, GCMS,
LCMS, LTQ, OSP (Ortho Summit Processor), FTIR, UV/VIS Spectrometer etc.
Education: B.S. Microbiology, Saurastra University (India)
Certificates: Six Sigma, Process Excellence and TrackWise (Spectrum)
Computer Skills: MS Windows, Internet, MS Office, Visio, SQL, SAS,
Oracle, Citrix, Spectrum and Documentum
. References: Provided upon request.