Ludmila Yaheva
About Ludmila Yaheva
Ludmila Yaheva is a Senior Scientist at QuVa Pharma, Inc., specializing in R&D analytical laboratory work. With extensive experience in analytical chemistry and quality systems, she has led significant projects including the transfer of products to new laboratories and the management of controlled substances.
Work at QuVa Pharma
Ludmila Yaheva currently serves as a Senior Scientist in the R&D Analytical Laboratory at QuVa Pharma, Inc., a position she has held since 2017. In this role, she leads and supports the flow of controlled substances through the laboratory. She is involved in managing and performing product release testing for finished products and raw materials. Additionally, she trains and manages chemists within the laboratory, ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and supporting product development activities, including analytical method development and stability testing.
Education and Expertise
Ludmila Yaheva holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Chemical Process Technology from the Moscow Institute of Fine Chemical Technologies, where she studied from 1989 to 1997. She also earned a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Moscow State University, completing her studies from 1993 to 1997. Furthermore, she pursued a Post Doctorate Fellowship in Organic Catalysis at the Institute of Chemistry in Budapest, Hungary, from 2000 to 2002. Her extensive educational background underpins her expertise in analytical chemistry and product development.
Previous Experience in Analytical Chemistry
Before joining QuVa Pharma, Ludmila Yaheva gained significant experience in the field of analytical chemistry. She worked at Sandoz as a Senior Scientist in Analytical Science and Transfer from 2015 to 2016 and previously as a Scientist in Analytical R&D from 2010 to 2015. Her earlier career includes a role as a Senior Chemist at Contract Pharmaceuticals Limited from 2002 to 2006, where she led the Raw Materials Group. This diverse experience has equipped her with a robust skill set in analytical methodologies and quality control.
Leadership and Management in R&D
In her current role and previous positions, Ludmila Yaheva has demonstrated strong leadership capabilities. She leads and supports all GMP activities in the analytical laboratory and investigates analytical issues encountered by contract laboratories and QC labs. By developing corrective action plans, she ensures that laboratory operations meet regulatory standards. Her management of chemists in the laboratory further highlights her commitment to fostering a productive and compliant work environment.
Product Transfer and Development Initiatives
Ludmila Yaheva played a key role in the product transfer process from the Sugar Land site to the New Jersey QuVa QC laboratory. This initiative involved coordinating efforts to ensure a seamless transition and adherence to quality standards. Additionally, she supports product development activities, contributing to the analytical method development, testing stability, and validation of products, which are critical components of the pharmaceutical development process.