Venetia Christle Veigas
Summary
Analytical and detail-oriented pharmaceutical professional with hands-on experience in laboratory testing, method validation, and process optimization. Skilled in performing analytical testing of raw materials and finished products following documented procedures, GLP, and GMP standards. Proficient with advanced analytical instruments (HPLC, GC-MS, LCMS) and internal equipment calibration. Adept in maintaining neat and accurate records, supporting OOS investigations, and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. Strong communication and multitasking skills with a commitment to quality, safety, and compliance within ISO and pharmaceutical environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Process technician
Clinty chemicals
Belfast, Antrim
04.2025 - 11.2025
- Conducted over 100+ monthly jar tests to optimise coagulant dosing, improving water clarity by 40% and reducing chemical usage by 50%, supporting cost efficiency and sustainable operations.
- Performed routine analysis treated water and Anerobic digestion samples (pH, turbidity, TS, VS, and mineral content) following standardized test specifications.
- Maintained accurate analysis records and documentation per GLP/GMP and ISO 9001 standards and contributed to client relations by preparing detailed analytical reports,
- Spearheaded process improvement initiatives to optimise testing workflows, boosting analytical throughput, data precision, and reproducibility across multiple projects.
- Worked closely with cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and problem-solving to achieve project goals efficiently and effectively.
Bioanalytical Intern
Ecron Acunova
Manipal, India
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Conducted sample analysis and extraction using Solid Phase Extraction (SPE) and Liquid-Liquid Extraction (LLE) techniques to check the bioavailability of the drugs, processing over 300 samples weekly.
- Assisted in method development and validation, improving testing efficiency by 15%.
- Worked closely with the team of QC analysts to prepare quality control (QC) samples for validation of study.
- Operated HPLC and LCMS systems, achieving desirable instrument accuracy as required by SOP and ICH guidelines.
- Supported efficient lab operations by maintaining GLP-compliant environment throughout all procedures, ensuring 100% accuracy in documentation
- Supported chemical stock checks, sample archiving, and COSHH-compliant waste disposal.
Education
MSc - Industrial Pharmaceutics
Queen's University Belfast
09.2023 - 09.2024
Bachelor of Pharmacy -
Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences (MCOPS)
07.2018 - 06.2022
Skills
- MS Office
- Google suite
- LIMS
- Power Bi
- GC-MS, HPLC, LC-MS
- TGA,DSC
- UV spectroscopy, Turbidity
- ATR-FTIR
- Microbiological assays
- GLP, GMP
- Root cause analysis
- OOS Investigations & Non-conformance Documentation
- Protocol optimization
- Quality control
- Scientific writing
- Performance Reporting & Data Analysis
- Client Coordination and Support
- Leadership
- Proactive
- Problem solving
- Detail oriented
- Adaptive learning
- Multi-tasking
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Time Management
Projects
Stimuli-responsive hydrogel carrier for targeted colonic drug delivery, Queens University Belfast
- Developed an optimized stimuli-responsive hydrogel, achieving 30%+ higher drug release, 10% greater stability, and 30% less premature leakage.
- Gained expertise on advanced characterization techniques, including DSC, TGA, ATR-FTIR, SEM, HPLC, polymer texture analysis, contact angle analysis, and cell culture assays (MTT assay).
- Reduced instrumental errors by 10% across all characterization techniques, ensuring data accuracy and maintaining ≥95% efficiency in experimental workflows. Developed expertise in quality control, precision analysis, and GLP compliance.
- Independently developed COSHH form for safe handling of chemicals, ensuring all safety protocols were meticulously followed. Ensured 100% accuracy in documentation and record-keeping for data traceability and reproducibility.
Effect of Beta-Caryophyllene in the prevention of renal damage in glycerol induced acute renal failure in Rats, MCOPS
- Conducted a preclinical study on 30+ rats to evaluate beta-caryophyllene's therapeutic effects on glycerol-induced renal failure, ensuring statistically significant results (p < 0.05).
- Assessed drug activity using UV spectroscopy, ELISA and chemical analysis, ensuring highly reproducible analytical chemistry results.
- Performed ANOVA-based statistical modeling, achieving 99% confidence in data interpretation.
- Optimized preclinical methodologies, improving research accuracy and enhancing scientific documentation.
Certifications
- Level 7 Certificate in 'Strategic Management and Leadership Practice', 2024 CMI
- Molecule to Market Virtual Experience programme, 2023 Pfizer UK
- Drug Discovery & Drug Development, 2022 Coursera
- Global cancer consortium translational radiation oncology mini symposium, 2021 MCOPS
- Virtual training on ‘pharmaceutical techniques involved in drug design & analysis', 2021 MCOPS
Achievements
- Future ready award, 2024 Queens University Belfast
- First place in the compounding event held at annual academic fest ‘Pharmaquora', 2020 MCOPS
- Sports representative, 2021 MCOPS
Timeline
Process technician
Clinty chemicals
04.2025 - 11.2025
MSc - Industrial Pharmaceutics
Queen's University Belfast
09.2023 - 09.2024
Bioanalytical Intern
Ecron Acunova
02.2023 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Pharmacy -
Manipal College of Pharmaceutical Sciences (MCOPS)
07.2018 - 06.2022