FORAM PATEL
Reading,West Berkshire
Summary
Specialized professional in analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, and NMR. Expertise in documentation and compliance with GMP standards, SOPs, audits, and CAPA processes. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and strong skills in Mendeley reference management. Multilingual with fluency in English, Hindi, and native Gujarati, committed to driving innovation and ensuring regulatory compliance in the scientific sector. Self-motivated individual offering excellent skills in guest relations and upselling products and services. Engaging Waitress with ability to articulate and help customers make menu choices. Excellent issue resolution and customer service skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Waitress
The Lightbox Museum Café
Woking, UK
09.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted customers with orders in fast-paced café environment.
- Supported payment processing and maintained café cleanliness for improved customer experiences.
- Aided in achieving high satisfaction rates through effective service delivery.
- Ordered and stocked beverage supplies, maintained availability of popular drinks.
- Managed table settings for enhanced dining experience.
- Showcased extensive knowledge of menu items, heightened customer decision making.
Quality Assurance Technician
Piramal Pharmaceuticals
Ahmedabad, India
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Performed in-process checks and documented reviews for compliance verification.
- Assisted in audits and supported investigations into deviations.
- Collaborated with production and quality control teams to uphold quality standards.
- Assured high standard of materials used by conducting rigorous supplier assessments.
- Produced detailed reports following each audit, enabling more accurate tracking of improvements over time.
- Collaborated with other departments to establish comprehensive quality policies.
- Conducted thorough inspections of manufacturing processes resulting in higher efficiency.
- Monitored all stages of production for maintaining optimal levels of quality control throughout the process.
- Regularly reviewed operating procedures, enhancing productivity and reducing waste.
Quality Control analyst
VOX DEII Labs
Ahmedabad, India
08.2020 - 01.2022
- Assisted with analytical testing using HPLC, GC, and UV-Vis spectroscopy.
- Supported GMP compliance and audit preparations.
- Contributed to preparation of technical documentation and batch review processes.
- Identified potential areas of improvement, increasing overall productivity.
- Maintained comprehensive records of all quality control activities to facilitate easy tracking and reporting.
- Developed training materials for staff, enhancing collective skill set and knowledge base.
- Implemented new testing methods for better accuracy in results.
- Performed regular inspections of raw materials; ensured high-quality end products.
- Produced detailed reports on quality control findings, facilitating informed decision-making.
Education
MSc - Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of Surrey
UK 01.2024 - 01.2025
BSc - Chemistry
President Science College
India 01.2017 - 01.2019
Skills
- Analytical Techniques: HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, NMR, Mass Spectrometry
- Documentation & Compliance: GMP, SOPs, audits, CAPA
- Software: Microsoft Office Suite (Advanced Excel), Mendeley reference management
- Languages: English (Fluent, IELTS 7/9), Hindi (Fluent), Gujarati (Native)
- Research aptitude
- Pharmaceutical manufacturing familiarity
- Method development and validation
- Maintaining lab safety standards
- Handling of lab equipment
REFERENCES
Available upon request.
INTERESTS AND POSITION OF RESPONSIBILITY
Pharma Qualification of Machines, Performed IQ, OQ, and PQ for pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment in line with GMP standards., Prepared qualification protocols, reports, and calibration records., Collaborated with engineering and quality teams to resolve equipment issues., Passion for advanced formulation technologies, 3D printing in pharmaceuticals, and computational pharmaceutics., Sport, Swimming-won silver medal for state tournaments at Ahmedabad sports academy (2017-2018), Conducted swimming lessons for all ages and skill levels.
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE AND VOLUNTEERING
The Lightbox Museum Café, Volunteer Support member, Assisted during special events by helping with customer service, organizing seating arrangements, and supporting colleagues to manage increased visitor numbers smoothly.
Affiliations
- Pharmaceutical Science Society, UK - Member
- Participated in society events, networking opportunities, and knowledge-sharing activities to enhance professional development, build industry connections, and stay updated on advancements in pharmaceutical science.
Timeline
Waitress
The Lightbox Museum Café
09.2025 - 01.2026
MSc - Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of Surrey
01.2024 - 01.2025
Quality Assurance Technician
Piramal Pharmaceuticals
03.2023 - 04.2024
Quality Control analyst
VOX DEII Labs
08.2020 - 01.2022
BSc - Chemistry
President Science College
01.2017 - 01.2019