Ankur Bhatnagar, MSc, Capm
About Ankur Bhatnagar, MSc, Capm
Ankur Bhatnagar is an Analytical Lab Manager at Avicanna Inc., where he has worked since 2023. He has extensive experience in analytical science, having previously held the position of Analytical Scientist at the same company for five years.
Work at Avicanna
Ankur Bhatnagar serves as the Analytical Lab Manager at Avicanna Inc. since 2023. In this role, he oversees laboratory operations and ensures compliance with industry standards. Prior to this position, he worked as an Analytical Scientist at the same company from 2018 to 2023. His responsibilities included sourcing new equipment and chemicals for various projects, as well as developing methodologies related to drug delivery systems.
Education and Expertise
Ankur Bhatnagar holds a Master's degree in Pharmacology from Nottingham Trent University, which he completed from 2010 to 2012. He also earned a Bachelor of Pharmacy from Rayat Institute of Pharmacy, Railmajra, studying from 2006 to 2010. Additionally, he studied Business/Corporate Communications at the University of Toronto, focusing on business writing. His educational background supports his expertise in pharmaceutical sciences and analytical methodologies.
Background
Ankur Bhatnagar began his career in the pharmaceutical field as a student at the Academy of Applied Pharmaceutical Sciences from 2018 to 2019. He has built a solid foundation in analytical chemistry and pharmaceutical development, with hands-on experience in various laboratory techniques. His work aligns with regulatory standards set by organizations such as the International Council for Harmonisation (ICH) and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Achievements
Throughout his career, Ankur Bhatnagar has developed new methodologies for Self-Emulsifying Drug Delivery Systems (SEDDS) and pharmaceutical-grade nanoparticles. He has formulated new dosage forms using Design of Experiments (DOE) as part of Quality by Design (QBD) methodology. His contributions include drafting Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintaining communication with Contract Manufacturing Organizations (CMO) and Quality Control (QC) labs to ensure project success.
Technical Skills
Ankur Bhatnagar possesses extensive technical skills in various wet chemistry techniques and laboratory equipment. He is proficient in High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), Ultra-Performance Liquid Chromatography (UPLC), Gas Chromatography (GC), and Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS). Additionally, he is skilled in using software tools such as Empower, Origin, Chemstation, and Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) to support laboratory operations.