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Taslimabanu Saeed Norat

630 Brimly Road, Scarborough,ON

Summary

  • Post Graduation Diploma in Biotechnology - Advanced (Fast-Track) & Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
  • Extensive experience as a Quality Control Chemist in GMP-regulated environments.
  • Experience in microbiology labs with practical knowledge of HACCP, GLP, GMP and SOP; skilled in the use of aseptic technique, pipette handling, dilution procedures
  • Skilled in troubleshooting, repairing, and calibrating lab equipment to meet ISO standards.
  • Experience in writing clear and accurate log books and lab reports; MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and web-based technologies
  • Capable of adjusting product formulations and issuing Certificates of Analysis.
  • Strong background in testing raw materials, blends, and finished products.
  • Adaptable and effective team player, known for problem-solving and organizational skills.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Quality Control Chemist

Sanofi
01.2024 - Current
  • Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
  • Conduct routine lab tests for bulk and finished products, ensuring proper documentation and compliance with SOPs
  • Perform ingredient testing to support production needs and document results accurately
  • Carry out stability testing for room temperature stability programs, completing all tests within the required timeframe
  • Operate and maintain lab instruments such as UV-VIS, HPLC, GC, ICP, AA, and FTIR
  • Work in a GLP & GMP environment, ensuring all processes meet regulatory standards
  • Manage and log all laboratory chemicals and reagents, ensuring they are within expiration dates and properly disposing of expired materials
  • Oversee the disposal of laboratory waste, following established procedures

Quality Control Chemist

Nestle
01.2021 - 08.2022
  • World’s largest food and beverage company
  • Conducted laboratory testing in an FDA-regulated environment, ensuring strict compliance with GMP standards
  • Set up, troubleshot, repaired, and calibrated a wide range of laboratory equipment
  • Performed analysis using USP/NF monographs and conducted drug purity assays with HPLC, UV/VIS, IR spectrometry, and wet chemistry techniques
  • Documented all laboratory activities in accordance with GMP documentation practices and collaborated on data collection for Statistical Process Control studies
  • Executed testing on raw materials, blends, and finished products, adhering to ASTM guidelines and established SOPs
  • Performed calibration and maintenance of laboratory equipment in line with ISO standards, ensuring accurate record-keeping to meet GMP requirements
  • Independently adjusted product formulations to align with customer specifications and issued Certificates of Analysis for product releases
  • Prepared and updated laboratory procedures and SOPs, contributing to the training of new employees
  • Rolled out work procedures to align with and ISO standards

Research Assistant

Vaikunth Chemicals Pvt Ltd
09.2020 - 12.2020
  • Performed raw material, in-process, and stability testing for proteins
  • Pure water analysis and development of a cleaning validation using Total Organic Carbon (TOC)
  • Conducted size exclusion chromatography testing of proteins using HPLC
  • Wrote SOPs, stability, and technical reports. - Gained experience with GMP compliance and laboratory regulatory requirements
  • Developed a fluorescent-labeled amino acid and a vitamin assay using HPLC
  • Gathered data from various sources, including online databases, libraries, and interviews with experts
  • Kept lab space and equipment clean to prevent contamination with hazardous substances

Education

Post Graduation Diploma in Biotechnology Advanced (Fast-Track) -

Centennial College
Scarborough, Ontario
05-2024

Bachelor Of Science in Chemistry ( Gold Medalist) -

P.P.Savani University
Surat, Gujarat, India
03-2021

Skills

  • Quality Control
  • Quality Assurance
  • Microbial Analysis
  • Spectrophotometry
  • Chromatography
  • Oral communication
  • Sample Preparation
  • Electrophoresis
  • Microsoft Office
  • Chemical Analysis
  • Product Inspection
  • Hazardous waste management
  • HPLC
  • PCR
  • SOP
  • UV - vis
  • GMP
  • ISO

Certification

  • OH&S & WHMIS Certified
  • Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP)
  • Certificate in Computer Concepts (MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • HACCP (Food safety)
  • Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)

Timeline

Quality Control Chemist

Sanofi
01.2024 - Current

Quality Control Chemist

Nestle
01.2021 - 08.2022

Research Assistant

Vaikunth Chemicals Pvt Ltd
09.2020 - 12.2020

Post Graduation Diploma in Biotechnology Advanced (Fast-Track) -

Centennial College

Bachelor Of Science in Chemistry ( Gold Medalist) -

P.P.Savani University
Taslimabanu Saeed Norat