Orkhan Yolchuyev
Khirdalan,Azerbaijan
Summary
Results-driven Pharmacy professional with 4 years of specialized experience in pharmaceutical expertise and laboratory analysis. Expert in drug quality control and regulatory compliance, with extensive hands-on experience operating high-precision instruments including HPLC, GC-MS, and Karl Fischer. Proven track record in conducting Dissolution, Assay, and Loss on Drying (LOD) tests in accordance with international pharmacopoeias. In addition to technical expertise, demonstrates strong operational leadership and crisis management skills as an Examination Lead at the State Examination Center. Adept at maintaining strict GLP/GMP standards and committed to ensuring the highest levels of pharmaceutical safety.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Analytic
Ministry of Health, Analytical Expertise Center
Baku
2022.03 - Current
- Contributed to regulatory oversight of pharmaceutical products, ensuring compliance with national legislation on quality, safety, and efficacy
- Participated in evaluation and monitoring processes related to drug registration, importation, and market surveillance
- Supported identification and control of substandard and prohibited medicines within the pharmaceutical market
- Collaborated within frameworks aligned with international organizations such as WHO and other global partners
- Executed in laboratory analysis, research activities, and proficiency testing programs at international level
- Continuously enhanced professional competencies through specialized trainings and WHO-supported capacity-building programs
- Contributed to academic and practical training environment in cooperation with Azerbaijan Medical University
Chief Examination Officer
State Examination Center
Baku
2025.03 - Current
- Operational Leadership: Managed the end-to-end execution of high-stakes national examinations, ensuring all processes aligned with the State Examination Center’s rigorous protocols.
- Team Supervision: Directed and trained a team of invigilators and support staff, ensuring clear communication of responsibilities and maintaining a disciplined environment.
- Security & Integrity: Oversaw the secure handling and chain of custody for confidential examination materials, maintaining zero-leakage standards.
- Conflict Resolution: Acted as the primary point of contact for resolving complex issues on-site, including candidate disputes, technical failures, and medical emergencies.
- Identity Verification: Enforced strict candidate authentication procedures to prevent academic fraud and ensure the fairness of the assessment process.
- Regulatory Reporting: Prepared detailed official documentation and post-exam audits for the SEC board, providing feedback on process improvements and staff performance.
Pharmacist
Buta Pharmacy (Avromed Company)
Baku
2016.04 - 2018.08
- Prescription Processing: Executed the accurate review and dispensing of prescription medications, ensuring precise dosage calculations and conducting rigorous checks for potential drug-drug interactions.
- Patient Counseling & Education: Provided expert consultations to patients regarding medication adherence, administration techniques, potential side effects, and holistic health management.
- Inventory & Supply Chain Management: Optimized stock levels by managing pharmaceutical orders and maintained strict protocols for the secure storage and disposal of controlled substances and expired inventory.
- Clinical Intervention: Performed meticulous clinical audits of prescriptions to uphold patient safety, proactively collaborating with healthcare providers to clarify ambiguities in drug therapy.
- Regulatory Compliance: Guaranteed 100% adherence to national healthcare regulations, pharmaceutical laws, and internal safety standards to ensure audit-readiness.
- Service Excellence: Effectively managed high-volume patient inquiries and insurance claims, delivering empathetic and professional service in a fast-paced retail pharmacy environment.
Education
Master of Science (MSc) in Analytical Chemistry - Advanced Pharmaceutical Analysis, Spectroscopic Techniques, and Method Validation.
Istanbul University
Istanbul, Turkey /2018 - /2021
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Pharmacy
Azerbaijan Medical University
Baku, Azerbaijan /2012 - /2016
Skills
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Analytical Instrumentation
- Chromatography: HPLC, GC-MS, GC-FID
- Spectroscopy & Electrochemistry: UV-Vis Spectrophotometry, Voltammetry, Polarimetry, Refractometry
- Laboratory Equipment: Karl Fischer (moisture analysis), Hardness Testers, Loss on Drying (LOD), pH-meter, Viscometer, and Titrimetry
- Pharmaceutical Testing: Dissolution, Disintegration, Assay, Weight Variation, and precision Analytical Weighing
Regulatory & Quality Standards
- Compliance: Expert knowledge of GLP/GMP standards and USP/EP pharmacopoeias
- Quality Control: Drug expertise, method validation, and dossier evaluation for registration
- Documentation: Preparation of Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and technical laboratory reports
Leadership & Management
- Operational Lead: Management of high-stakes processes and security protocols (State Examination Center)
- Core Competencies: Strategic decision-making, crisis management, and professional consultation
Languages
Azerbaijani
Native
Turkish
Advanced (C1)
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Russian
Intermediate (B1)
German
Elementary (A2)
Arabic
Elementary (A2)
Affiliations
- Chess, swimming, traveling and cultural exploration
Certification
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT / TRAINING
Pharmacy Practitioner License (Certification of Healthcare Professionals)
- Issuing Authority: Aliyev Azerbaijan State Graduate Medical Training Institute
- License Number: AF №000757
- Validity: March 2022 – March 2027
- Confirms the legal right to engage in practical pharmacy activities and pharmaceutical practice.
International Training: Recent Trends and Challenges in Regulation and Standardization of Herbal Drugs and Formulations Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Programme National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), S.A.S. Nagar, India
June 08, 2022 – June 17, 2022
ISO/IEC 17043:2010 – General Requirements for Proficiency Testing TÜRKAK (Turkish Accreditation Agency) Baku, Azerbaijan | Nov 21, 2022 – Nov 23, 2022
Training on ILAC (International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation) P9, EA (European Accreditation) 4/18, and EA 4/21 Regulatory Documents TÜRKAK (Turkish Accreditation Agency) Baku, Azerbaijan | Nov 24, 2022 – Nov 25, 2022
EDQM (European Directorate for the Quality of Medicines):
Module 5- Fundamentals of the CEP Procedure
Module 6- Building successful CEP dossiers
Module 7- Control of impurities: CEP approach
Module 8-The EDQM Inspection Programme
Accomplishments
Competitive Swimming: Bronze medalist (3rd place) in regional age-group competitions (2009).
Musical Arts: Completed a 5-year formal music program (Garmon), earning a Diploma of Music
INSTITUTIONAL ACCREDITATION & QUALITY STANDARDS
The laboratory of the Analytical Expertise Center, where I have been working for the past four years, is accredited in accordance with ISO/IEC 17025, 'General requirements for the competence of testing and calibration laboratories.' Following this accreditation, the laboratory was officially included in the list of accredited laboratories of the Global Fund.
Timeline
Chief Examination Officer
State Examination Center
2025.03 - Current
Analytic
Ministry of Health, Analytical Expertise Center
2022.03 - Current
Pharmacist
Buta Pharmacy (Avromed Company)
2016.04 - 2018.08
Master of Science (MSc) in Analytical Chemistry - Advanced Pharmaceutical Analysis, Spectroscopic Techniques, and Method Validation.
Istanbul University
/2018 - /2021
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Pharmacy
Azerbaijan Medical University
/2012 - /2016