Srinivasarao Gundra
About Srinivasarao Gundra
Srinivasarao Gundra is a Group Lead at Ingenus Pharmaceuticals, where he has worked since 2017, specializing in injectable analytical development. He has over 12 years of experience in analytical method validation and has held various positions in the pharmaceutical industry, including roles at Pfizer and KVK Tech, Inc.
Work at Ingenus Pharmaceuticals
Srinivasarao Gundra has been serving as Group Lead at Ingenus Pharmaceuticals since 2017. In this role, he focuses on injectable analytical development, which includes conducting admixture studies, freeze-thaw studies, and photostability studies. His extensive experience in the pharmaceutical industry supports the development and validation of analytical methods, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Previous Experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry
Prior to his current position, Srinivasarao Gundra worked at Pfizer as an Assistant Manager for 11 months from 2015 to 2016. He also held the role of Principal Scientist at Ingenus Pharmaceuticals for 9 months in 2016-2017. His earlier experience includes a position as a Senior Scientist at KVK Tech, Inc. from 2014 to 2015, and as a Senior Chemist at Suven Life Sciences Ltd. from 2006 to 2010.
Education and Expertise
Srinivasarao Gundra earned a Master of Science in Analytical Chemistry from Andhra University, completing his studies from 2005 to 2007. He possesses expertise in data integrity, lab compliance, and GMP documentation, including the preparation and approval of protocols and reports. His background includes developing dissolution methods for various dosage forms such as oral solids, creams, ointments, and transdermal systems.
Analytical Method Validation Experience
With over 12 years of experience in analytical method validation, Srinivasarao Gundra adheres to ICH guidelines in his work. He has developed standard testing and operation procedures for new analytical methods and facilitated the installation of new instruments, contributing to the advancement of laboratory practices.
Career Timeline
Srinivasarao Gundra's career in the pharmaceutical sector spans several key roles. He began as a Senior Chemist at Suven Life Sciences Ltd. from 2006 to 2010, followed by a position as Senior Executive at AET Laboratories from 2010 to 2014. He then transitioned to KVK Tech, Inc. as a Senior Scientist from 2014 to 2015, before joining Ingenus Pharmaceuticals as Principal Scientist in 2016. His current role as Group Lead began in 2017.