Assistant Professor, Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences GCU Lahore
12 years of experience
I am a pharmaceutical chemist with over a decade of professional experience in drug development, HCV, Cancer, microbial infectious Diseases research, and pharmaceutical production and management. My core expertise includes installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and technical training on a wide range of scientific, medical, and industrial equipment, with full compliance with GMP and GLP standards.
I have hands-on experience operating and maintaining Real-Time PCR systems (Applied Biosystems, Bio-Rad CFX series) for HCV RNA quantification and gene expression analysis. My molecular biology skillset includes molecular cloning, ELISA assays, thermal cyclers, gel electrophoresis, and nucleic acid quantification. I routinely work with UV-Vis spectrophotometers (Shimadzu UV-1800), FTIR systems (FTIR-8400S), and inverted and fluorescence microscopes (Olympus, Leica) for routine drug screening and cytotoxicity testing.
In my role as a Production Manager in the pharmaceutical industry, I manage and troubleshoot high-speed rotary tablet compression machines (Fette, Cadmach), automatic capsule fillers (Bosch GKF series), fluid bed dryers and coaters (Glatt, GEA), rapid mixer granulators, and autoclaves (Tuttnauer, Fedegari). I ensure optimal functionality and regulatory compliance through regular preventive maintenance, equipment calibration, and cleanroom monitoring. To support my technical and regulatory expertise, I have obtained certifications from:
Fogarty International Centre, USA – focused on advanced biosafety methods in biomedical research and global regulations.
ICGEB (International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology) – training in molecular NGS, diagnostics and virology.
COMSATS University – capacity-building workshops in applied biotechnology, gene expression, and molecular assay development.
With a combined background in academic research and industrial production, I bridge R&D and commercial-scale pharmaceutical manufacturing. I am committed to maintaining equipment performance, ensuring regulatory compliance, and mentoring multidisciplinary teams to support innovation, safety, and product quality.
Pharmaceutical Chemistry with a strong background in drug design, development, and antiviral screening, particularly targeting Hepatitis C Virus (HCV), Cancer, and Infectious Diseases. My work bridges advanced molecular biology techniques with GMP- and GLP-compliant industrial pharmaceutical production processes.
I have extensive hands-on experience with:
HCV Cell Culture Systems (BSL-2/BSL-3) – for in vitro viral propagation, antiviral testing, and cytotoxicity assays.
Real-Time PCR (qPCR) – for HCV RNA quantification, viral load monitoring, and gene expression analysis, in accordance with GLP standards.
Molecular Cloning and Gene Expression Systems – used for recombinant protein expression, target validation, and screening of antiviral compounds.
ELISA Assays & Microplate Readers – for viral protein detection, immunoassays, and cytotoxicity assessments under validated protocols.
Inverted and Fluorescent Microscopy – to observe morphological changes and assess drug–cell interactions.
In my role as a Production Manager in the pharmaceutical industry, I have developed strong expertise in the operation, maintenance, and validation of GMP-compliant equipment, including:
High-Speed Rotary Tablet Compression Machines
Automatic Capsule Fillers
Fluid Bed Processors (granulation, drying, and coating)
Rapid Mixer Granulators
Sterile Filtration Units and Autoclaves
Cleanroom Monitoring Systems (for particulate and microbial control)
HPLC Systems – for in-process and final product quality control
Dissolution Testers and Disintegration Apparatus – as per USP/ICH guidelines
I ensure strict regulatory compliance by adhering to ICH, WHO, and FDA standards for quality assurance (QA) and quality control (QC). My experience also includes batch record review, process validation, and the development of standard operating procedures (SOPs).
My interdisciplinary expertise spans the full pharmaceutical pipeline—from research and development (R&D) to pilot-scale and commercial manufacturing—ensuring safety, efficacy, and compliance at every stage of the product lifecycle.
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