Experienced Medicinal Chemist with a demonstrated history of working in the pharmaceuticals industry. Skilled in Discovery and Development of small molecules for various therapies. Structure Activity Relationships, Hit generation, Lead optimization, Clinical candidate identification and optimization of synthetic routes to cater clinical needs. Understanding of in-vitro, ADME, Pharmacology, formulations, safety and interaction with respective heads to develop novel drug like compounds for clinical trials. Talent acquisition, nurturing young scientists. Patent filings, IND submission, CRO selection and engagement. Strong research professional with a Post doctorate focused in Organic Chemistry from University of Saskatchewan.