Chirag Patel
About Chirag Patel
Chirag Patel serves as the MSAT Director at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC and has extensive experience in validation roles across several pharmaceutical companies, including Med-Pharmex, Merck, and Gilead Sciences.
Current Role at Dechra Pharmaceuticals
Chirag Patel serves as the MSAT Director at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing the manufacturing science and technology functions, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving process improvements. His experience in validation and pharmaceutical manufacturing contributes to his effectiveness in this position.
Previous Experience in Validation Management
Prior to his current role, Chirag Patel held several positions in validation management. He worked at Med-Pharmex, Inc. as Validation Manager from 2020 to 2021. Before that, he served as a Senior Validation Specialist at Gilead Sciences from 2017 to 2020 and at Sanofi Genzyme from 2014 to 2017. His expertise in validation processes spans multiple organizations and includes significant roles in the pharmaceutical industry.
Education and Qualifications
Chirag Patel earned a Bachelor of Pharmacy from Shree Dhanvantary Pharmacy College, studying from 2005 to 2009. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master's degree in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing from Stevens Institute of Technology, completing the program from 2010 to 2011. His academic background provides a solid foundation for his career in the pharmaceutical sector.
Career History in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Chirag Patel has a diverse career history in the pharmaceutical industry, with roles at notable companies. He worked at Merck as a Documentation Specialist in Bio/Sterile Validation from 2012 to 2013 and as a Validation Engineer-II for 7 months in 2012. He also gained experience at Baxter International Inc. as a Validation Specialist from 2013 to 2014. His work at these organizations has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of validation processes.