Quality Control Administrative Assistant
Resume:
SAPNA KAPADIA
Brooklyn, NY 11209
Phone: 704-***-**** Email: *************@*******.***
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PROFILE AND SKILLS
. Background in Pharmaceutical Sciences, with specialization in
Industrial Pharmacy.
. Demonstrated ability to operate laboratory equipment, perform lab test
and conduct analysis.
. Self motivator who delivers consistent results. Strong competence in
written/verbal communication skills with excellent problem-solving
abilities.
. Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Win Nonlin, Opus, Micro Merchant
software and Internet skills.
TECHNICAL SKILLS
. HPLC: Hitachi, Waters - Operation, Maintenance, Reverse Phase
chromatographic separations.
. Pharmacokinetic Estimations: Sample Preparation for Infusion Studies,
In-vitro and In-vivo Microdialysis - Probe design, Probe calibration,
standardization and optimization using Retrodialysis, Dialysate
recovery and quantification, Tissue Pharmacokinetics.
. Pharmaceutics: Preparation of Solid Dosage forms like Tablets using
Direct compression, Dry and Wet granulation techniques, Fluidized Bed
Coating for preparing Controlled Release Tablets, Suspension
Preparation and Dissolution Techniques.
. Animal Handling: Systemic Drug Delivery- Intravenous in a Rabbit
Model, Microdialysis sampling from the dermis and Blood Sampling.
Plasma Sample Handling by Liquid-Liquid Extraction.
EDUCATION
Masters of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Graduated in May 2010
Long Island University, Brooklyn, New York
GPA: 3.89
Bachelors in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Graduated in May 2006
University of Mumbai, Mumbai, India
GPA: 3.90
PROJECTS AND RESEARCH
( Pharmacokinetics of Cimetidine in Plasma and Skin Following IV-
Infusion Administration in a
Rabbit Model.
Long Island University, Brooklyn, NY
October 2008 - March 2010
The M.S. Research Thesis includes:
> Selection and Inter and Intraday bio-analytical method validation
of HPLC Method for determination of Cimetidine in microdialysis and
plasma samples.
> In vitro evaluation of microdialysis (retrodialysis) as a method of
microdialysis probe recovery in vivo.
> Invivo determination of kinetics of Cimetidine in dermis and plasma
following IV-infusion administration in a Rabbit model.
> Established the linear Pharmacokinetics of Cimetidine in Skin and
Plasma by carrying out Non Compartmental Analysis using Win Nonlin
software.
> Key experience using analytical instruments such as; HPLC, UV
Spectrophotometer, pH meter, Microdialysis cell and IV Infusion
Apparatus.
> Experimental Design: Randomized cross-over.
> Statistical Data Analysis: ANOVA, Mean, Medium, Standard Deviation,
Standard error using Win Nonlin software.
( Aerosol Drug Delivery System
Long Island University, Brooklyn, NY
May 2009
> Researched various ways and means to deliver drug in order to
treat asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and
other respiratory disorders.
( Infertility
University of Mumbai, Mumbai, India
December 2005
( Detailed analysis on various aspects such as causes of
Infertility, symptoms, medications,
Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics, safety and health
hazards of the medications
prescribed.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Teaching Assistant
Department of Pharmaceutical Science, Long Island University
August 2009 till Present
. Conducted Industrial Pharmacy labs for graduate students.
. Trained them with laboratory techniques which include wet granulation,
direct compression with appropriate diluents and adjuvant, various
quality control tests for these preparations, immediate and controlled
release preparation, suspension preparation and dissolution techniques
with GLP maintenance.
. Supervised and controlled the daily operations and routine inventory
maintenance of undergraduate chemistry laboratories with proper
documentation.
Administrative Assistant
Department of History and Political Science, Long Island University
May 2008 - July 2009
. Duties entrusted were providing academic assistance and clerical
support to staff and students.
. Contributed in department developments, assisted faculty, and attended
meetings.
Medical Underwriter
ICICI Prudential Life Insurance, Mumbai, India
October 2006 - May 2007
. Reviewed medical histories of the patients (profile review) and
processed the insurance policy applications, changes, reinstatements
and cancellations.
. Organized reports and accurate records utilizing a computer record
system.
Intern
Arex Pharmaceuticals, Mumbai, India
May 2005 - June 2005
. Aid in the production, packaging, quality control and Research and
Development department.
Committee Member
Aga Khan Education Services, Mumbai, India
March 2002 - March 2006
. Served as the member of Education Development Committee at community
level, responsible for planning, organizing and implementing
educational programs as per the Mission and yearly objectives.
. Tutored students for their Biology coursework and helped bring up
their average.
. Collaborated with the business team to understand their needs and
provided the pre-eminent technical solutions.
COURSE WORK
Microbiology, Pharmaceutics, Pharmacokinetics, Physical Pharmacy,
Pharmaceutical Analysis, Industrial Pharmacy I and II, Biopharmaceutics,
Drug Degradation Kinetics, Physical Chemistry.
AWARDS AND ACCOLADES
. Recipient of Graduate Assistantship during the Second Year of Masters
program in Pharmacy in the department of Pharmaceutical Sciences.
. Recipient of Sir Ratan Tata Merit Scholarship during First and Third
year of Bachelors in Pharmacy.
. Secured first prize in dramatics in the intercollegiate festival and
also in the intercollegiate throw ball games.
. Represented undergraduate college at various levels, as a core member
of the throw ball team.
. Recipient of Certificate for Girl Scouts and Guides Movement - Mumbai,
India.
LANGUAGES: English, Hindi, Marathi, Gujarati
REFERENCES: Furnished upon request.
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