Yogesh Kumar, PhD CChem CEnv

Experience

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  DAV Institute of Engineering and Technology

  Aug 2010 - May 2011

  Assistant Professor

  - Teaching and supervising undergraduate and graduate students.- Providing demonstrations and supervising experiments and investigations.- Assisting with various departmental duties and providing academic support to colleagues and other staff.- Training, and mentoring new TAs and other junior staff.- Conducting research and publishing papers in academic journals.- Representing the university at conferences and delivering presentations when necessary.

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  Sphaera Pharma Pte. Ltd.

  Jun 2016 - Nov 2017

  Research Associate

  Highlights: ➢ Multi-step organic synthesis of medicinal compounds, identification, optimization and development of lead molecules and new targets for drug discovery➢ Optimization and scale up from milligram to multi-gram level for industrial set-up using environmental friendly and economical synthesis.➢ Developing a chemical transformation based drug modification technologies, which aids drug development of lead molecules or approved APIs.➢ Heterocyclic ring systems such as Imidazo-pyrazines, Imidazo-triazines, Aza-indoles, Pyrazoles, Pyrrolo-pyridines, Pyrimidines, Purines, Indoles, Pyridines, benzimizazoles, benzothiazoles, etc.➢ Cross coupling reactions using transition metal catalysts such as Suzuki, Suzuki-Miyaura, Stille, Sonogashira, Buckwald- Hartwing, Heck reactions etc.➢ Purification and characterization of organic compounds using various analytical techniques viz. NMR (1H, 13C), 2D NMR (COSY, NOESY, HMBC & HMQC etc.), HPLC, prep-HPLC & Mass spectroscopy (LCMS/MALDI).➢ Draft, review and analyze scientific reports and other regulatory documents. Show less

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  Bilkent University

  Feb 2018 - Mar 2019

  Postdoctoral Research Associate

  In my role as a Postdoctoral Research Associate, I focused on developing innovative solutions for sustainable energy production. My research project combined organic, supramolecular, and polymer chemistry to create functional materials with applications in green energy. Specifically, I designed and synthesized fluorescent multi-glycosylated conjugated supramolecular assemblies based on porphyrins, cucurbiturils, and fluorenes, which have significant potential for use in solar energy and hydrogen gas production technologies.Key accomplishments:• Developed novel materials with photocatalytic properties, which can be utilized in water splitting for hydrogen gas production.• Leveraged synthesized supramolecular assemblies for drug delivery and enhanced energy efficiency in solar cells.• Applied a range of analytical methods including NMR, UV-Visible spectroscopy, fluorescence, mass spectrometry, and electron microscopy to optimize material properties for energy applications.This research has solidified my passion for driving innovations in sustainable renewable energy and green technologies, including solar energy equipment and hydrogen fuel production. Show less

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  Durham University

  Oct 2019 - Sept 2020

  In my role as a Postdoctoral Research Associate, I was heavily involved in the design, synthesis, purification, and characterization of novel fluorescent organic probes, specifically developed for the medical industry. I focused on validating these probes to quantify the chemical reactivity of drug molecules in lipid membranes, a crucial aspect in advancing drug screening processes.Key Responsibilities and Achievements:• Led the design and development of high throughput, plate-based drug screening methods to assess drug-lipid membrane interactions.• Solved complex challenges in the design and synthesis of new fluorescent molecular probes, ensuring the accuracy and effectiveness of the probes in quantifying chemical reactivity.• Conducted individual and collaborative research, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to meet project deadlines and deliver key outcomes.• Contributed to the writing of research proposals, manuscripts, and patents, with results presented at academic meetings.• Managed and prioritized research projects, ensuring that each was delivered within the agreed project framework and adhering to high standards of laboratory management.This experience strengthened my expertise in high throughput screening technology and laid the foundation for my career in medical industry research and innovation. Show less The Committee ensure that there is an integrated, proactive approach to equality, diversity and inclusion that meets the University’s public sector equality duties, informed by sector best practice and supports the achievement of the University’s values and objectives. The Committee recognises both the impact of individual characteristics as well as the role of intersectionality in Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.Responsibilities:Without limiting the general responsibilities as described above:- To develop and review the University’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion strategy and to drive and oversee the University’s commitment to and progress on its delivery.- To monitor and report on the University’s compliance with equality, diversity and inclusion legislation.- To plan, review and approve the University’s information reporting of relevance to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.- To make recommendations and support University staff and students in implementation of institutional level equality objectives and to monitor progress regularly towards achieving these objectives.- To guide the University’s approach to relevant charter mark activities and make recommendations for sharing best practice across the University.- To champion diverse representation on all institutional committees.- To establish and monitor such sub-groups as may be required to deliver specific areas of the Committee’s remit.- To receive reports and updates from its sub-groups and where relevant from other University Executive Board committees, and coordinate with parallel activities as required at University.- The Chair of the Committee is accountable for the decisions of the Committee which includes but is not limited to decisions with a financial impact and will liaise with the chairs of other committees and other budget holders where there is overlap in responsibility. Show less

  • Postdoctoral Research Associate

    Apr 2019 - Sept 2020

  • Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI ) Committee Member

    Oct 2019 - Aug 2020

  • First Aider

    Oct 2019 - Jul 2020
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  EPSRC

  Jan 2020 - Jan 2021

  Northern Power Inclusion Matters

  Leadership, cross-institutional networking, mentoring and multidisciplinary development program to support Early Career Researchers (ECR).

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  Helena Biosciences

  Apr 2021 - Mar 2023

  • Perform the review/approval of GxP documents, including protocols, technical specification (TS) and SOPs for characterization and quality control of biopharmaceutical products for medical devices in Chemistry, Pathology, Oncology etc.• Conduct in -process and product quality audits across Operations areas to ensure compliance to Quality Management System, GMP or GLP, CLSI, Regulatory Standards. • Ensures that the unit is aligned with the MHRA, BSI, IVDR, EU GMP, 21 CFR 820/803 requirements.• Evaluate root cause analysis, CAPA responses, monitor CAPA completion, and verify CAPA effectiveness for Audits. Constantly work within Operational departments to reduce the risk of quality findings.• Accountable for management of product release processes, ensuring product meets specification & customer order/prescription and is released according to schedule.• Write reports, review method, SOPs, validation/transfer protocols/reports, and other relevant sections of regulatory filings/registration, consent documents for ethics, FDA, IVDR submissions, GCP & GMP regulatory, FMEA and quality standards.• Staff development, training and mentoring, leading the objective setting, performance management, training & development as well as assist in recruitment of the project. Show less • Design, develop, validate and transfer biochemical methods such as capillary electrophoresis (CE) methods for characterization and quality control of biopharmaceutical products for medical devices in areas of Clinical Chemistry, Pathology, Oncology etc.• Develep new chemistry and implement innovative separation technology to meet increasing analytical challenges for new modalities.• Optimize and troubleshooting of analytical methods, participate in qualification, transfer and validation experiments with a focus on separation-based purity methods.• Optimization of new products from R&D laboratory to production environment ensuring full execution of data quality, accuracy, development of policies, standards, procedures to final reconciliation to review and evaluate for successful completion. • Lead continuous improvement to improve & maintain quality. Investigate causes of quality failures and introduce sustainable corrective actions. • Conduct in -process and product quality audits across Operations areas to ensure compliance to Quality Management System, GMP or GLP, CLSI, Regulatory Standards. • Ensures that the unit is aligned with the MHRA, BSI, IVDR and EU GMP requirements.• Evaluate root cause analysis, CAPA responses, monitor CAPA completion, and verify CAPA effectiveness for Audits. Assist ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 within the business. • Manage complaints & nonconformances from root cause analysis. Keep calibration/maintenance records and procedures up to date.• Write reports, review method, SOPs, validation/transfer protocols, and other relevant sections of regulatory filings/registration, consent documents for ethics and FMEA. Show less

  • Lead Internal Auditor

    Apr 2021 - Mar 2023

  • Applications Scientist

    Apr 2021 - Feb 2023
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  Lindy Electronics Limited

  May 2023 - now

  Product Compliance Manager

  As a Product Compliance Manager at Lindy Electronics, I lead the company's efforts in ensuring global compliance with environmental regulations, including hazardous chemicals management and sustainability initiatives. I play a key role in integrating product compliance requirements across multiple business functions worldwide, ensuring both regulatory adherence and sustainability goals are met.Key Responsibilities:• Manage compliance with global regulations (REACh, RoHS, POP, CP65, TSCA, PFAS, FCC, EMC, LVD, RF) and maintain accurate records (REACh Docstore, SCIP, CMRT).• Conduct risk assessments and collaborate across teams to address compliance gaps and implement mitigation strategies.• Lead efforts in product lifecycle management (PLM), new product introductions (NPI), Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives, focusing on sustainable and eco-friendly practices.• Support sustainability by ensuring compliance with packaging, batteries, and circular economy regulations, including EU Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) and CSRD.• Collaborate with regulatory bodies, industry groups, and customers to stay ahead of emerging trends and ensure compliance with environmental goals.• Provide regulatory guidance to sales, supply chain, and commercial teams, ensuring global product certifications and safety standards.• Investigate and resolve compliance incidents, implementing corrective and preventive measures to uphold sustainability and reduce environmental impact.I am passionate about driving sustainable practices, promoting circularity in products, and ensuring compliance with eco-friendly regulations such as packaging, batteries, EU Ecodesign ESPR, and the CSRD regulation. My goal is to help LINDY lead the way in sustainable product management while ensuring we meet the growing demands of a green economy. Show less