Jitendra Kumar

Lead Scientist - Chemistry & Process Development at Entos Pharmaceuticals

Jitendra Kumar has a diverse work experience spanning various roles and companies. Jitendra started their career as a CSIR-JRF at the Central Drug Research Institute, Lucknow in 2001, where they worked until 2003. Jitendra then pursued their doctoral studies at Johann Wolfgang Goethe University from 2003 to 2010. Following this, Jitendra worked at the University of Alberta as a Post Doctoral Fellow from 2011 to 2016, focusing on particle size characterization related to neurodegenerative diseases. In 2016, they joined the University of Alberta as a Research Associate and continued in this role until 2020. Currently, Jitendra is employed at Entos Pharmaceuticals where they have held roles such as Research Scientist, Senior Research Scientist, and Lead Scientist (R & D) since 2020.

Jitendra Kumar has a diverse education history that spans several years and fields of study. Jitendra began their academic journey in 1991 at Ram Krishna Mission School in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, where they completed their Junior schooling. Jitendra then attended Bishambhar Nath Sanatan Dharam Inter College in Kanpur from 1991 to 1993, earning their High School degree.

In 1993, Jitendra enrolled at Chatrapati Sahuji Maharaj Kanpur University in Kanpur, where they pursued a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, successfully completing it in 1996. Jitendra furthered their education by pursuing a Master of Science degree in Biotechnology at the University of Calicut from 1996 to 1999.

Jitendra's academic journey took a significant turn in 2003 when they began their doctoral studies. Jitendra entered the International Max Planck Research School on Structure and Function of Biological Membranes, where they specialized in Chemistry. This program lasted until 2010, and they obtained their Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree.

Continuing their academic pursuits, Jitendra attended Goethe University Frankfurt from 2003 to 2010, where they pursued another Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Chemistry. This indicates that they possibly pursued a dual doctoral degree.

After completing their second PhD, Jitendra embarked on a post-doctoral journey. From 2011 to 2016, they attended the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry at the University of Alberta, focusing on Neurobiology and Neurosciences.

In terms of additional certifications, Jitendra obtained two certifications from LinkedIn. In 2020, they completed the "Project Management Foundations" course, and in 2022, they completed the "Project Management: Choosing the Right Online Tool" course. Furthermore, Jitendra holds a certification in Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS), although details about the institution and year of completion are unknown.

Overall, Jitendra Kumar possesses a strong educational background, consisting of multiple degrees and certifications in Chemistry, Biotechnology, Neurobiology, and Project Management.

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