Yashree Mehta
Crystal Lake
Summary
Detail-oriented and highly motivated Chemist with a Master of Science in Life Sciences and hands-on experience in pharmaceutical quality control, analytical chemistry, stability studies, microbiology, and laboratory operations in both India and the United States. Experienced in HPLC analysis, ADPR runs, OOS investigations, stability documentation, GMP/GLP compliance, and laboratory data management. Skilled in analytical testing of pharmaceutical products, regulatory documentation, and operation of laboratory instruments in regulated environments while consistently meeting quality and timeline requirements.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chemist II
First Priority Laboratory LLC
Illinois
05.2023 - Current
- Executed analytical testing including titrations, UV analysis, and HPLC to ensure compliance with pharmaceutical quality control standards and enhance product evaluation.
- Perform analytical testing of finished product (FP) and stability (STB) samples within required timelines while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and data integrity.
- Perform ADPR runs and ensure accurate documentation, review, and interpretation of analytical data.
- Prepare, maintain, and update stability documentation by accurately logging sample storage, placement, and removal activities.
- Monitor and review stability chamber charts to ensure compliance with required environmental and regulatory conditions.
- Wrote and supported OOS (Out of Specification) investigations and IRS/Investigation reports to uphold GMP documentation standards and ensure data integrity.
- Ensure all laboratory records and documentation comply with GMP, GLP, SOPs, and internal quality system requirements.
- Review laboratory logbooks and coordinate the removal and proper disposal of tested products in accordance with established protocols.
- Collaborated with cross-functional team members to meet testing schedules and streamline laboratory workflow, consistently achieving project deadlines.
Lab Associate Intern
Gujarat Veterinary Research and Diagnostic Center (GVRDC)
India
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Conducted PCR and microbiological testing to support animal disease diagnostics.
- Assisted with ELISA techniques while ensuring adherence to GLP-compliant laboratory practices.
- Managed operation of laboratory equipment including analyzers, incubators, centrifuges, and microscopes to facilitate experiments.
Quality Control Associate
CADILA Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
India
- Performed quality control testing for pharmaceutical formulations following GMP, GLP, and SOP requirements.
- Operated analytical instruments including UV, FTIR, dissolution, KF titration, and chromatography systems to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Recorded laboratory data in LIMS and maintained accurate documentation in a regulated environment.
- Acquired hands-on experience with HPLC and pharmaceutical stability testing to support product reliability and safety.
Lab Associate Intern
CADILA Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
India
- Executed microbiological testing and optimized microbial media to enhance fermentation study outcomes.
- Supported wettable powder formulation development while gaining practical experience in tissue culture and quality control operations.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests on veterinary samples.
- Ensured laboratory equipment and instruments were operational to support efficient testing processes.
- Prepared and processed specimens for diagnostic analysis.
Lab Associate Intern
Prathma Blood Bank
India
- Assisted in processing blood components and performing cross-match tests to support accurate transfusion outcomes.
- Gained insights into donor and testing laboratory operations, enhancing understanding of workflow and procedures.
Intern
HESTER Biosciences Ltd.
India
- Gained exposure to vaccine research and pharmaceutical operations including QC, production, packaging, and animal house activities.
Education
Master of Science (M.S.) - Life Sciences
Ahmedabad University
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India01-2019
Skills
- HPLC Analysis
- Analytical Method Development
- OOS Investigations
- Regulatory Compliance
- Stability testing
- GMP/GLP Compliance
- SOP Compliance
- Quality Control Testing
- Analytical testing
- LIMS Documentation
- UV Spectroscopy
- FTIR
- KF Titration
- Dissolution testing
- Chromatography
- Molecular techniques
- Sterility Testing
- Microbiology Testing
- Particle Size Analysis
- Stability Chamber Monitoring
- Microsoft Office Suite
Certification
Certified Coding Specialist (CCS), AHIMA, 12/31/25
Projects
- Pharmaceutical Characterization of Enalapril Maleate (LC 10 mg), CADILA Pharmaceuticals Ltd., Conducted pharmaceutical characterization using analytical techniques including Hardness Testing, Friability, Dissolution, Disintegration, Halogen Moisture Analysis, UV Spectroscopy, and HPLC. Gained understanding of finished product and stability department operations.
- Time Since Deposition Estimation of Body Fluids by Single Cell Gel Electrophoresis, Performed Single Cell Gel Electrophoresis and Fluorescence Microscopy techniques for forensic analysis applications.
- Synthesis and Characterization of Essential Oil Nanoemulsion, Operated Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS) instrumentation for nanoparticle characterization and analysis.
- Paper-Based Microfluidic Device (µPAD) for Protein Estimation, Developed a wax-printed microfluidic analytical device for simple and equipment-free protein estimation.
Personal Information
Work Permit: Fully Authorized to Work in the U.S. — No Visa Sponsorship Required (Permanent resident)
Timeline
Chemist II
First Priority Laboratory LLC
05.2023 - Current
Lab Associate Intern
Gujarat Veterinary Research and Diagnostic Center (GVRDC)
01.2023 - 03.2023
Quality Control Associate
CADILA Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Lab Associate Intern
CADILA Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Lab Associate Intern
Prathma Blood Bank
Intern
HESTER Biosciences Ltd.
Master of Science (M.S.) - Life Sciences
Ahmedabad University