Sanjay Verma

Process Development | R&D | MS&T | Biosimilars

London Area, United Kingdom

About

A Post-graduate in Biochemistry with 18+ years in the biotech industry, focused on downstream process development for biosimilars like monoclonal antibodies, fusion proteins, antibody fragments, and peptibodies. I've worked across the full product lifecycle—from early development to late-phase, tech transfer, and commercialization. Over the years, I have led cross-functional teams through complex tech transfers, scale-ups, and process implementation projects. I am comfortable bridging the gap between process development and manufacturing, making sure things run smoothly on the ground—whether it's troubleshooting in GMP environments or supporting production with strong process design and risk management. I have driven process optimization efforts that improved yield and cut costs, led validation activities and supported global regulatory filings. I strive to make things simple and effective—whether that’s refining a process, solving a technical issue, or aligning teams across functions. I'm passionate about developing efficient, compliant, and scalable processes that bring high-quality biologics to patients. A key part of my leadership approach is building strong, empowered teams. I coach scientists and engineers to think strategically, communicate clearly, and operate confidently in fast‑paced environments. I focus on creating clarity, removing barriers, and driving alignment across functions to accelerate timelines and strengthen organisational capability. Strengths: Downstream process development | Tech transfer | CMC strategy | Protein purification | Process validation | Regulatory submissions | Team building | GMP manufacturing | Data-driven decision-making

Experience

  • Group Leader & Head of Downstream Process Development at Accord Healthcare
    Jan 2024 - Present · 2 yrs 7 mos

  • MS&T DSP Process Lead at Polpharma Biologics
    Nov 2021 - Dec 2023 · 2 yrs 2 mos

  • Mylan (4 yrs 2 mos)
    • Assistant General Manager
      Mar 2020 - Oct 2021 · 1 yr 8 mos

    • Senior Manager
      Sep 2017 - Mar 2020 · 2 yrs 7 mos

  • Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (Biopharma Division) (5 yrs 2 mos)
    • Principal Scientist
      Apr 2017 - Sep 2017 · 6 mos

    • Senior Research Scientist
      Apr 2015 - Mar 2017 · 2 yrs

    • Research Scientist
      Aug 2012 - Apr 2015 · 2 yrs 9 mos

  • Research Associate at Lupin Limited
    Oct 2010 - Sep 2012 · 2 yrs