Saint John's University Work Values

Daily Duties at Saint John's University:

• Formulated mucoadhesive semi-solid gels for buccal delivery of peptides: Studies involved Pluronic F127 gel preparation using DOE, preformulation studies, physico-chemical characterizations, determination of release profile, permeation studies and in-vivo animal studies etc. • Used Fusion Pro software (Smatrix Corp) to screen and optimize insulin loaded gel formulations for administration on animals. Derived multiple regression equations, Pareto's charts to illustrate the effect of formulation variables on response parameters. • Conducted in-vivo buccal and subcutaneous experiments on rats, analyzed pharmacokinetic parameters with WinNonlin software (Pharsight®) and statistical tests (ANOVA, t-test). Manufacture of Solid Dosage Forms Saint John’s University (2002) • Investigated process variables of tablet manufacturing using wet granulation technology. • Prepared small laboratory batches of coated tablets using various diluents, disintegrants, binders, lubricants and coating agents in different concentrations. • Resolved problems associated with film coating of tablets. Bioanalytical method validation Saint John’s University (2002) • Case studies on FDA regulations, Warning letters (483s) and ways to avoid them. • Studied Manufacturing & operational principles related to pharmaceutical industry. Liquid Oral Formulation Development Saint John’s University (2003) • Reverse engineered branded expectorants in product formulation course. • Addressed problems of drug solubility using co-solvents, pH modulation. • Optimized excipient compatibility by modifying order of mixing. • Resolved stability issues through appropriate use of preservatives. • Obtained desired pH using suitable buffers. • Scaled up the prepared dosage form.

What they like about Saint John's University:

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Tags

Senior Formulation Scientist, Research Scientist, Pharmaceutical Product Development Manager, Pharmaceutical Project Manager, Medical Director, Solid dosage form Parenterals Topicals

Skills

Lyophilization, HPLC, Particle Size / Zeta Potential Analyzer, ELISA, Differential Scanning Calorimeter , Microscopy, TGA, Spectrometry, Fusion Pro, Empower, Microsoft Project Management, MS Office

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