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SACHIN SONAWANE

SACHIN SONAWANE

M.Pharm (Pharmaceutics)
Hyderabad

Summary

Accomplished Formulation Specialist with a proven track record at Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, excelling in formulation Development and cross-functional team collaboration. Expert in root cause analysis and adept at fostering team building, consistently exceeded project targets, leading to the successful launch of multiple products globally. Skilled in both technical communication and decision-making, thrive in dynamic environments, driving innovation and regulatory success.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Formulation Specialist

Dr. Reddys Laboratories Limited, IPDO
2019.10 - Current
  • Development of formulation for High Potent, ultra-low dose formulation in category of Anticancer, Hormone.
  • Regulatory strategy finalization for new product.
  • Prefomrulation studies and Formulation and process development and optimization
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time and within budget.
  • Working together with product portfolio identification team for molecule selection for development.
  • Execution of scale up and regulatory filing batches.
  • Document preparation like (PDR, scale up report) for filing of product.
  • Regulatory Query response and product audit completion as per regulatory requirements.
  • Followed all company policies and procedures to deliver quality work.
  • Created and delivered presentations to internal and external stakeholders to showcase work.
  • Earned recognition as top performer consistently exceeding targets throughout my tenure as specialist.
  • Mentored team members, fostering professional growth through guidance on best practices in the industry.

Products filed till date: 5 products in China, 1 product filled in Brazil and 1 product filled in Canada and USA.

Deputy Manager

Cipla Ltd
2017.08 - 2019.09
  • Development of product with technology like wruste coating, Granulation (Fluid bed/wet/dry), Pelletisation by extrusion spherization, extended release, Effervescent, Chewable and Bi-layered Tablets.
  • Worked on proton pump inhibitor, Anti-psychotic, anti-muscarinic, prostatic hyperplasia drug product formulation.
  • Execution of scale up and regulatory filing batches.
  • Document preparation like (PDR, scale up report) for filing product.

Products filed: 1 product filed in USA.

Associate Scientist

Lupin Ltd
2012.08 - 2017.07
  • Pre-formulation studies.
  • Formulation and process development and optimization for Anti-hypertensive, Anti-retroviral formulation.
  • Execution of scale up and regulatory filing batches.
  • Document preparation like (PDR, scale up report) for filing of the product.
  • Qualification and Calibration of equipment’s.
  • Simultaneously managed several complex projects, meeting all pertinent milestones.
  • Conducted experiments in laboratory environment for product development purposes.
  • Documented changes during experiments, noting unexpected issues arising during research activities.

Products filed: 2 product Filed in PEFAR market, 2 products are filed in Europe.

Project Trainee

Torrent Research Center
2012.01 - 2012.07
  • Offered technical support and troubleshot issues to enhance office productivity.
  • Supported departmental tasks to increase understanding of industry processes.
  • Completed industrial project on Design, Development and Evaluation of the Topical Foam Formulation.
  • Completed projects and work assignments within strict time constraints.

Education

Master of Science - Pharmaceutics

BITs Pilani
Pilani, India
2010.06 - 2012.06

Bachelor of Science - B. Pharma

Maratha Vidya Prasarak (NDMVP)
Nashik, India
2006.06 - 2010.06

Skills

Expert Problem Solving

Documentation Management

Technical communication

Teamwork and Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Multitasking Abilities

Self Motivation

Team Management and Team building

Additional Information

  • Appreciated in China town hall meeting for first time right virtual technology transfer from Dr. Reddy’s (IPDO) to KRRP, China.
  • Received individual contributor award in Dr. Reddy’s laboratory for significant contribution in product filling and approvals
  • Owner with Bravo card in Lupin Ltd. for Team Work.
  • Secured 4th rank at junior level in “National Pharmacy Talent Search Examination”.
  • General course on Intellectual Property Rights (conducted by WIPO).
  • Qualified in GATE [2009] with aggregate of 81.91 from IIT, Rookie.
  • Qualified in GPAT [2010] with aggregate of 96.88 from AICTE.

Software

MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel

Design Expert 8.0, Photoshop. Mini Tab, SAP

DocHub, Docusign, SAP-Fiori

Stability extrapolation with JMP software as per ICH Q1E guideline

Drug Excipient Compatibility

Timeline

Formulation Specialist

Dr. Reddys Laboratories Limited, IPDO
2019.10 - Current

Deputy Manager

Cipla Ltd
2017.08 - 2019.09

Associate Scientist

Lupin Ltd
2012.08 - 2017.07

Project Trainee

Torrent Research Center
2012.01 - 2012.07

Master of Science - Pharmaceutics

BITs Pilani
2010.06 - 2012.06

Bachelor of Science - B. Pharma

Maratha Vidya Prasarak (NDMVP)
2006.06 - 2010.06
SACHIN SONAWANEM.Pharm (Pharmaceutics)