To, Dear Prof. Ágúst Kvaran Respected sir, I am very much interested in pursuing my PhD studies in your lab, since your name is renowned in the field of organic chemistry. I have seen lot off good papers published by your group in various journals especially in ACS publication. I would appreciate if you can give me opportunity to work in your lab for few months as research associate that will give me idea about your lab and also help you to evaluate me as a potential candidate for work with you. So, looking forward your quick and positive response. Best Regards, M.Purushotham M.PURUSHOTHAM Plot No.: 708, Ayyappa nagar, Police road, Hanuman Street, Vijayawada- 520007. Andhrapradesh. INDIA. Phone No: +91-9922455825 E-mail: purusharsh@yahoo.com Objective Looking for an opportunity to pursue my PhD studies in your lab and where my extensive knowledge in synthetic organic chemistry will be effectively utilized. Highlights Nearly nine years Job Experience in the field of Organic Synthesis. Extensive experience in design, synthesis (micro & macro scale), lead identification & optimization of small molecules as potential drug candidates. Widely experienced and efficient in chromatography, isolation, purification and structural determination of various kinds of organic compounds. Well acquainted with NMR, IR, UV, HPLC and Computer knowledge. An excellent Team Player having excellent communication, problem solving and independently working skills. Personal Details: Date of Birth : 7th April 1976. Nationality : Indian. Passport Number : E4774429. Date of Issue : 31st March, 2003. Date of Expiry : 27th August, 2008. Father’s Name : M.V.Satyanarayanacharyulu. Language Known : English, Telugu, Hindi. Martial Status : Married. Education M.Sc.: (Industrial [organic] Chemistry) from Andhra University, India, 1998. B.Sc.,: (Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics), from Nagarjuna University, India, 1996. Computers Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Applications from shivam Infotech, India, 1999. Skills and Accomplishments Extensive working experience in diverse areas of organic/medicinal chemistry. Capable of designing, initiating and directing projects. Expertise in process scale-up, method validation batches, maintaining records as per GMP/GLP requirements. Good organizational and managerial skills Professional Experience ~Nine years of experience in synthesis and process development of different molecules. At Present I am working (from May 27, 2004 to till date) as Research Scientist in Chembiotek Research International Ltd., Kolkata. India. Previously, I worked (from May 05, 2003 to May 21, 2004) as Senior Research Chemist in G.R.Intra Chem. Limited, Hyderabad. INDIA. Previously, I worked (from November 01, 2001 to April 29, 2003) as Research Associate - II in Aurobindo Pharma Limited, Hyderabad. INDIA. Previously I worked (July 30, 1998 to October 23, 2001) as a R&D Chemist in Laila Impex, Vijayawada - 520 007. INDIA. Responsibilities In Chembiotek Research Center (CRO), as a Research Scientist, responsibilities includes searching literature for applicable chemistry, designing synthetic pathways for target structures, exploring these approaches in the laboratory scale and if need up to pilot plant scale by leading the group of four members. In G.R.Intra Chem Research Center, as a Senior Research Chemist, designing synthetic pathways for target molecule/drug in patent non-infringing processes by leading the group of six members. In Aurobindo Pharma Research Center, Responsibilities includes assisting our project leader in literature search for the molecules/drugs in patent non-infringing processes and in development of processes in laboratory scale and scale-up up to pilot plant, plant level, as a member in the group of ten in one of senior chemist level. In Laila Impex Research Center, as a chemist, responsibilities include method development of bioactive molecule/natural products by different extraction methods and the isolation of the molecules by using different chromatographic techniques. Implementation of the same in pilot plant followed by in bulk batches. Strengths Worked on synthesis of peptides, steroids, amino acids, and carbohydrates. Worked on synthetic drugs like, Pivmecillinum HCl Sildenafil Citrate Drotaverin HCl Zalcitabine HCl, and etc., Developed the processes for many drug intermediates and APIs like, 3-[(4-chloro-1-piperidinyl) methyl]-5-methyl-piperidyne Fumarate, 2-methyl-3- (4-fluorophenyl) propionyl chloride, Difluoro amino benzodoxime p-Amino benzene ethanamine and etc., Worked on natural products/bioactive molecules like, I have isolated two compounds namely 1,2,3,9 Tetrahydropyrrolo [2,1-b] quinazolin-3-ol and 1,2,3,9 Tetrahydropyrrolo [2,1-b] quinazolin-3-ol from a naturally occurring resource. Developed semi synthetic process for 2-amino-2-deoxy-D-glucose. HCl salt and sulfate salt from a naturally occurring resource. Developed the process for 3, 4, 5-Trihydroxy stilbene. Developed the process for 1,3,8-Tryhydroxy-6-methyl-9, 10anthacenedione. Developed the molecule 2,5-Dihydroxy-3-undecyl-2,5-cyclohexadiene-1,4- dione. Analytical Experience Expertise in column chromatography, isolation, purification and structural elucidation of various organic compounds. Well acquainted with NMR, IR, UV, and Computer. References: Dr. Ram.S.Upadhayaya, Principal Scientist Chembiotek Research International Pvt. Ltd., International Biotech Park, Genesis Campus, Bio Resource Center, 3rd Floor, Phase-II, Mulshi Hinjewadi, Pune-411057, INDIA. Phone No: +91-9830678293. e-mail: ramupadhayaya@rediffmail.com. Dr. Bhanu Chanda, Scientist-E Associate Director, National Chemical Laboratory, Pune, INDIA. e-mail: bhanu@dalton.ncl.res.in