Satheesh Kumar Palanisamy
Technical Leader
Cork
Summary
Experienced Leader: Proven expertise in developing and scaling global teams, building strategic partnerships, and enhancing facility infrastructure. Dedicated Professional: Highly motivated with broad R&D experience in Analytical Chemistry, Biologics, and Bioassays. Committed to continuous learning and self-development, I have consistently delivered exceptional results with 15 years of expertise in analytical chemistry and project management. I have successfully supervised 20 individuals, leading teams to achieve outstanding outcomes. Lab Development & Cross-functional Collaboration: Contributed to the development of a new analytical lab, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team focused on chemical analysis, material selection, and environmental monitoring. Delivered all projects within agreed timelines, ensuring client satisfaction. R & D Leadership: Spearheaded 20+ research projects, managing scope, schedule, and budgets while overseeing 6+ cross-functional teams, including scientists and students. My leadership resulted in securing a €110K grant for the lab, in addition to personally obtaining 5 travel grants.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Analytical Technical Leader| Research Scientist & Failure analysis
TEK Systems ProService at Apple
07.2022 - Current
- Led a team to develop and validate new analytical methods for critical failure analysis, utilizing techniques such as GC-MS, GC-BID, IC-MS, TGA-MS, SEM/EDS, and FTIR spectroscopy.
- SME in battery gas analysis using GC-BID and battery audit (anode/cathode) using SEM/EDS technique, Identification and quantification of Li and other elements using IC-MS.
- Polymer and battery materials characterization (thermal stability and decomposition temperature using TGA-MS, using DSC melting, crystallization and curing.
- Material characterization and failure analysis by SEM-EDS.
- Expertly identified known and unknown molecules/degradation products, including drugs, biomaterials, polymers, adhesives, and cosmetic contaminants, using mass spectral databases (GC-MS, LC-MS & NIST/standards).
- Played a key role in the development of a new analytical lab, negotiating with suppliers and achieving cost savings of 200K Euros annually on product purchases.
- Established, maintaining equipment service, and strengthened both internal and external relationships, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Led and coordinated the chemistry lab to analyze suspect samples, consistently meeting tight project deadlines through effective time management.
- Ensured timely delivery of project reports and high client satisfaction.
- Delegated project work to team members while always maintaining a 'ready-for-audit' status for the lab, ensuring seamless compliance with inspection requirements.
- Developed an onboarding training program, improving new employee efficiency by 60%.
- Mentored interns in project data analysis, problem-solving using various analytical techniques, and contributed to continuous workplace improvements.
- Effectively communicated critical data analysis and interpretation to determine root causes, both in written formats and detailed reports.
- Designed and led problem-solving experiments, made informed decisions, and consistently drove projects to completion, ensuring high-quality work was delivered to stakeholders.
Senior Analytical Scientist | Validation & Tech Transfer
Almac Sciences
12.2019 - 06.2022
- Company Overview: Ireland
- SME in analytical method development for complex drug products (peptides and biologics products) & method validation, formulation of placebo, monitoring stability and preparing technical reports of Technical and GMP Batches.
- Managed a team up to 4 members and facilitate project planning to maintain standard GMP work to achieve business goals, demonstrated technical proficiency to solve complex analytical problems.
- Potential team player and support validation input for the complex drugs to my clients & CRO partners.
- Ensure that the Validation approach meets using (HPLC/LC, Dissolution- USP, KF).
- Supporting investigations associated with deviations, resolving validation related issues, excelling problem solving using (Lean & Six Sigma, Fish bone Analysis) in compliance with current and appropriate regulatory guidelines & client specifications.
- I’m Author, and reviewer of project proposals, analytical test method and stability program, validation reports, change controls, investigation, CAPAs, technical reports and support to client for regulatory filing.
- Awarded Almac amaze award for supporting client during critical time for FDA submission.
- Ireland
Senior Product Development Scientist |R&D Tech Transfer
Mylan Teoranta
11.2018 - 12.2019
- Company Overview: Galway, Ireland
- Supported for Technology transfer to site, method development and validation for a leading cGMP/GLP bio-generic company for testing API and finished drug products assays.
- Validated methods using HPLC/UPLC, CD.
- Biocompatibility, functionality testing of medical devices following ICH / ISO13485 guidelines.
- A team player and provided technical inputs of assigned projects, root cause analysis and problem solving.
- Performed QC review of Analytical chromatography data and technical report to ensure the date integrity and quality of documentation process.
- Supported the organization with continuous improvements in product development, problem solving using Lean and Six sigma (Yellow Belt), analyzed data trending using statistical analysis.
- Galway, Ireland
Research Scientist | SME| Project Lead (Postdoc)
National University of Ireland
10.2016 - 09.2018
- Company Overview: Galway, Ireland
- Managed a cross-functional team to ensure successful project implementation, execution, and the ability to prioritize multiple assignments while meeting deadlines.
- As the supervisor of my research group, I directed daily lab workflows, reviewed weekly and monthly metrics, and trained/supervised 4 graduate students for their thesis projects, providing assessments and grades.
- Demonstrated strong leadership in a 6+ cross-functional team environment by training 3 research students and mentoring numerous entry-level analytical chemists.
- Designed and executed 5 projects in natural product chemistry and metabolomics, leading to the identification of potential drug-like compounds.
- These projects were shared through 3 published articles and 4 conference presentations.
- A seasoned project manager with a deep scientific background in analytical techniques, including HPLC, UPLC-MS, and GLP-compliant lab practices at academia.
- Successfully developed and validated methods in the field.
- Specialized in drafting tailored project proposals and reports for clients.
- I am an effective communicator with expert knowledge in analytical method development, technology transfer, and a broad range of analytical tools.
- This expertise is demonstrated through 50 scientific publications, 1 book, and 3 years of teaching experience.
- Galway, Ireland
Research Scientist | Data Analyst (Ph.D.)
University of Messina
01.2013 - 12.2016
- Company Overview: Italy
- Strategically managed 3 deadline-driven projects involving mass spectrometry-based metabolomics, molecular networking, and compound separation (HPLC, LC-MS, NMR) that resulted in 2+ novel marine compounds and tested against multiple cancer cell lines and troubleshoot cell culture assays that led to complete the project with cross-functional team and deliver 3 high-impact publications.
- Supportive team player, assisted in laboratory management, inventory maintenance, safety training and record keeping that improved laboratory operations and achieved results.
- Communicated by authoring, editing, and reviewing a variety of scientific materials that led to 5 high-impact publications, 3 conference abstracts, 2 grants from Govt. Ireland, and a travel award.
- Italy
Research Scientist | Project Manager
Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI)
01.2010 - 12.2013
- Company Overview: India
- Managed and resolved conflicts in R&D projects comprising biologist, statisticians, and government partners that helped in introducing new environmental policies for biodiversity conservation.
- India
Education
Post doc - Analytical Chemistry
National University of Ireland, Galway (NUIG)
Galway, Ireland 01.2016 - 1 2018
Ph.D. - Environmental Science & Marine Resources
University of Messina
Master’s - Marine Biology And Oceanography
Annamalai University
Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu 01.2006 - 1 2008
Bachelor - Zoology
Periyar University
Salem, Tamil Nadu 01.2003 - 1 2006
Skills
Analytical Chemistry
Development Projects
Project Management
Technical Operation
Team Collaboration
Investigative research
Strategic planning
Regulatory Audits
Metabolomics
Project Delivery
Laboratory operation
Quality analysis
Team Leadership
Technology Transfer
Design of experiments
Microscopy & Bioassays
Process support, validation
Failure analysis
Tech Development & tech transfer
Data Analysis & Empower/Mass hunter
Thermal analysis TGA/DSC
Quality analysis
Communication, Scientific writing
Report Preparation
GMP/GLP
Attention to details
Technical Documentation
Trainer, Presentation skills
Accurate & innovative
Problem solving (5 whys, fishbone analytical skills)
Prioritization & Organizational skills
Mentoring Diverse Groups
Battery audit analysis
SEM-EDS
Laboratory operation
Quality analysis
Quality control
Adaptability
Product management
Accomplishments And Hobbies
52 scientific publications (reviews, original articles, and correspondence)., 15 presentations (talks + posters) in National and International conferences., 5 travel awards in Ph.D. and Postdoc from Govt. of Italy and Ireland., 2 research grants in Ph.D. and Postdoc from Govt. of Italy and Ireland., 1 book in the field of marine science and natural products chemistry., Reading and writing articles, Travelling, Meeting new people
Personal Information
- Nationality: Irish
- Visa Status: Required Employer sponsorship
Summary
Proven expertise in developing and scaling global teams, building strategic partnerships, and enhancing facility infrastructure., Highly motivated with broad R&D experience in Analytical Chemistry, Biologics, and Bioassays. Committed to continuous learning and self-development, I have consistently delivered exceptional results with 15 years of expertise in analytical chemistry and project management. I have successfully supervised 20 individuals, leading teams to achieve outstanding outcomes., Contributed to the development of a new analytical lab, collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team focused on chemical analysis, material selection, and environmental monitoring. Delivered all projects within agreed timelines, ensuring client satisfaction., Spearheaded 20+ research projects, managing scope, schedule, and budgets while overseeing 6+ cross-functional teams, including scientists and students. My leadership resulted in securing a €110K grant for the lab, in addition to personally obtaining 5 travel grants.
Accomplishments
1. Amaze award for outstanding performance in year 2021-Almac Science Ireland
2. Young Scientist travel award year 2017 from Euromarine network
3. Networking Travel award year 2017, 2018 from Marine Institute, Ireland
4. Irish Research Council (IRC) Postdoc fellowship - 2016
5. Visiting Scientist Sponsorship -Griffith University, Australia
5. Non- EU Doctoral fellowship - 2013
Certification
Ion Chromatography -Mass spectrometry Training Course -Thermo fisher
Timeline
GC-BID Training Course -Mason Technology
02-2025
Ion Chromatography -Mass spectrometry Training Course -Thermo fisher
10-2024
Analytical Technical Leader| Research Scientist & Failure analysis
TEK Systems ProService at Apple
07.2022 - Current
Senior Analytical Scientist | Validation & Tech Transfer
Almac Sciences
12.2019 - 06.2022
HPLC Training on Empower 3
11-2019
Senior Product Development Scientist |R&D Tech Transfer
Mylan Teoranta
11.2018 - 12.2019
Research Scientist | SME| Project Lead (Postdoc)
National University of Ireland
10.2016 - 09.2018
Post doc - Analytical Chemistry
National University of Ireland, Galway (NUIG)
01.2016 - 1 2018
Research Scientist | Data Analyst (Ph.D.)
University of Messina
01.2013 - 12.2016
Research Scientist | Project Manager
Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI)
01.2010 - 12.2013
Master’s - Marine Biology And Oceanography
Annamalai University
01.2006 - 1 2008
Bachelor - Zoology
Periyar University
01.2003 - 1 2006
Ph.D. - Environmental Science & Marine Resources
University of Messina