Pravinraj Selvaraj

Operations Associate

Secunderābād, Telangana, India10 yrs experience

Key Highlights

Over 10 years in biologics manufacturing.
Expertise in chromatography and downstream processing.
Experience in USFDA and EMA-approved facilities.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Biopharmaceuticals expert with a strong focus on downstream processing and chromatography.

Contact

pravinrbio92@gmail.com LinkedIn

Skills

Core Skills

ChromatographyDownstream ProcessingVaccine ManufacturingBiologics ManufacturingProcess ImprovementProcess Development

Other Skills

Continuous Downstream ProcessingSingle-Use TechnologySOP PreparationDeviation Root Cause AnalysisViral FiltrationNanotechnologyProtein PurificationMicrobiologyMolecular BiologySDS-PAGEPCRHigh-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)Pharmaceutical IndustryMicrosoft OfficeGMP

About

With over 10 years of experience in downstream processing, I contribute to biologics manufacturing as a Team Member at Aurigene Pharmaceutical Services Limited. My expertise spans chromatography techniques, filtration techniques, and continuous downstream processing, supported by extensive work with single-use technologies. My professional journey includes roles in vaccine production and biosimilar manufacturing at USFDA and EMA-approved facilities. I am committed to leveraging my technical skills in biopharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and tissue culture to drive high-quality operations and support the development of innovative therapeutic solutions.

Experience

10 yrs

Total Experience

2 yrs 2 mos

Average Tenure

1 yr 4 mos

Current Experience

Aurigene pharmaceutical services limited

Team member CDMO Biologics(P3)

Dec 2024 – Present · 1 yr 4 mos · Hyderabad · On-site

Syngene international limited

Senior Associate

Dec 2023 – Dec 2024 · 1 yr · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

Mammalian manufacturing
Upstream and Downstream

Stelis biopharma

Senior Associate

Nov 2021 – Dec 2023 · 2 yrs 1 mo · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

Leading the shift team to accomplish everyday vaccine manufacturing activity
Working in Continuous Downstream processing of Biosimilars and vaccine using single-use techniques.
Hands on experience with single use Technology in Buffer preparation, Chromatography (AKTA Process-
UNICORN 6.0) system with Pre-Packed Column (Repligen and GE), Single-Use
TFF system (SUTFF).
SME in Chromatography and Tangential flow filtration operations.
Preparation and review of SOP, Deviation Root cause analysis, Batch Record preparation.

ChromatographyContinuous Downstream ProcessingSingle-Use TechnologySOP PreparationDeviation Root Cause AnalysisDownstream Processing

Biocon biologics

Executive

Feb 2018 – Oct 2021 · 3 yrs 8 mos · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India · On-site

Operated various unit operations such as Chromatography, UF/DF, Viral Filtration, Freeze–Thaw, and Filling Station.
Performed column packing and evaluation while ensuring all prerequisites and validation parameters were met.
Prepared formulated drug substances, including excipient preparation and handling of formulated bulk materials.
Assisted in diagnosing and troubleshooting operational issues, conducting process failure investigations, identifying root causes, and initiating deviations and change controls in coordination with cross-functional teams for effective resolution and implementation.
Developed strong skills in identifying and resolving process gaps through comprehensive batch record reviews and continuous process improvement initiatives.

ChromatographyViral FiltrationProcess ImprovementSOP PreparationBiologics Manufacturing

Biogenomics

Junior Executive

Mar 2016 – Feb 2018 · 1 yr 11 mos · Puducherry, Puducherry, India · On-site

Process Development experience in Downstream processing of recombinant
Proteins from E. coli fermentation
Performing Study trial runs to Optimized Inclusion Bodies Refolding for recombinant Trypsin, Filgrastim, Insulin Analogues
Operation of Chromatography (AKTA
Pilot-Unicorn 5.0) system and Tangential
Flow Filtration (TFF)
Preparation of SOP, BMR and protocols and reports.
Preparation of Buffers and Solutions and Perform CIP to Process vessels.

Downstream ProcessingChromatographySOP PreparationProcess Development