MEGHA KRISHNAKUMAR

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Multi-faceted, meticulous analytical chemist with a 2-year first-hand experience on technical equipment's, demonstrating exemplary skills in stability testing, analytical method development, and validation based on ICH guidelines. Resolver of technical challenges through troubleshooting. Keen on ensuring superior quality and accuracy in the recording results. Seeking an exciting new opportunity as Pharmaceutical Chemist, Analytical scientist, Chemist, Formulation Chemist, Stability chemist or similar role.

WORK HISTORY

Graduate Teaching Assistant, 10/2018 to Current

University of Toledo, Toledo, OH

Mentored students through office hours and one-on-one communication

Managed group of 8 students focused on USP dissolution Apparatus, Tablet & Capsule manufacturing, Dynamic light scattering (DLS), and Zeta potential analyser

Taught a group of 8 students on formulation of different dosage forms such as Ointments, Creams, Lotions, syrup, elixir, etc

Checked assignments, proctored tests, and provided grades according to university standards

Student Researcher, 08/2018 to Current

University of Toledo, Toledo, OH

Maintained electronic and manual entry lab notebooks.

Scientific literature review and ability to interpret.

General chemistry analysis-pH, Visual Inspection of formulations, subvisible aggregation analysis.

First-hand and analytical experience on DSC, TGA, PXRD, Electron microscopy (SEM), Optical microscopy of Fluconazole.

Experienced in freeze drying and protein estimation with and without cryoprotectant of Protein products (Lyophilization).

Demonstrable expertise on Tablet and Capsule dissolution and In-Vitro drug release study using USP Dissolution apparatus.

Performed time-batch & photostability studies for evaluation of compounded admixtures.

Phase solubility study of beta-cyclodextrin complex with Ibuprofen.

Clinical & Transplant Pharmacist, 01/2017 to 07/2018

PSG Institute of Medical Sciences & Research, Coimbatore, India, TN, India

Licensed and Consultant Clinical Pharmacist in 21-bed Medical Intensive Care Unit & Lung & Liver transplantation.

• Enhanced healthcare outcome reducing medication errors, drug-drug interactions, medication reconciliation by 70% and suggested therapeutic management when in need.

• Reduced antibiotic misuse by 80% by appropriate dose adjustments according to the condition of the patient.

• Decision maker of critical care drug diluent compatibility fluid, IV fluid dilutions, and administration protocols.

• Boosted hospital turn over by 90% enhancing patient discharge rates from hospital by advocating right treatment for right patient and reducing workload of other members in healthcare team.

• Led individually to establish a diagnostic service facility collaborating with Xcyton Molecular Diagnostics Ltd., Bangalore, India, to quicken blood culture reports thereby establishing symbiotic benefit for hospital, patients and company.

EDUCATION

Master of Pharmaceutical Science, Industrial &Physical Pharmacy, Expected in 05/2020

The University of Toledo - OH USA

Graduated with 4.0 GPA

Pharm.D, Pharm D, 12/2016

PSG College of Pharmacy - Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu-India

Graduated with 3.30 GPA

Graduated in Top 10% of Class

Thesis: Angel P.Varghese, Biji Philip, Megha Krishnakumar, Fijomon Kuriakose, Prudence A. Rodriguez. Assessment of osteoporosis and anemia risk in patients on chronic anticonvulsant drug therapy. International Journal of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences 2016;8(7):404-408.

Address : Toledo, OH 380009

Phone : 567-***-****

Email : adcjtg@r.postjobfree.com

SKILLS

Proficient in using:

High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) (Waters® 2995)

Analytical Chemistry

Empower Software

Wet Chemistry

Current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP)

Quality Assurance and Control

Dissolution and Release

ICH/FDA/EA Guidelines

AFFLIATIONS

Aug 2019-Present

University of Toledo, OH-Chair elective- Graduate Student Association (GSA)

Aug 2019-Present

American College of Clinical Pharmacy (ACCP)

Member ID#2101347

Mar 2018-Present

American Association of Pharmaceutical Scientists (AAPS)

Member#256936

Feb 2017-Present

Registered Pharmacist, Pharmacy Council of India (PCI)

Member ID#59069

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

Title: Physicochemical Compatibility & Stability of 4% Sodium Citrate & Ethanol When Stored in Silicone Coated and Silicone-Non coated glass containers”

Presentation of Research work:

American College of Clinical Pharmacy (ACCP) Annual Meet 2019, Hilton, Midtown, NY

PUBLICATIONS

Megha Krishnakumar, Velusamy Sivakumar & Other-A Case Report on Steroid Induced Acneiform Eruptions. Indian Journal of Pharmacy Practice 2017;10(1):65-67.

Megha Krishnakumar & Other-Diagnosis and Treatment of Prosthetic Joint Infection. Indian Journal of Pharmacy Research 2016;7(2).

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