Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTIONJob Title: Senior Research AssociateLocation: BangaloreDepartment: Discovery BiologyAbout Syngene: Syngene ( ) is an innovation-led contract research, development and manufacturing organization offering integrated scientific services from early discovery to commercial supply.At Syngene, safety is at the heart of everything we do personally and professionally. Syngene has placed safety at par with business performance with shared responsibility and accountability, including following safety guidelines, procedures and SOPs, in letter and spiritMandatory expectation for all roles as per Syngene safety guidelines

• Overall adherence to safe practices and procedures of oneself and the teams aligned
• Contributing to development of procedures, practices and systems that ensures safe operations and compliance to company\'s integrity & quality standards
• Driving a corporate culture that promotes environment, health, and safety (EHS) mindset and operational discipline at the workplace at all times.
• Ensuring safety of self, teams and lab/plant by adhering to safety protocols and following environment, health, and safety (EHS) requirements at all times in the workplace.
• Ensure all assigned mandatory trainings related to data integrity, health, and safety measures are completed on time by all members of the team including self
• Compliance to Syngene\' s quality standards at all times
• Hold self and their teams accountable for the achievement of safety goals
• Govern and Review safety metrics from time to time

Core Purpose of the Role:

• Perform different protein purification steps using AKTA systems as well as batch purification method
• Perform analytical steps - SDS-PAGE, SEC-HPLC, Western blotting, endotoxin measurement
• Preparation of buffers and solutions with different concentrations.
• Recording experiments and details in LNB/e-LNB. Preparation of reports and presentations
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously under strict deadlines
• Help other team members in their work and troubleshooting
• Contribute in general lab cleanliness and equipment maintenance

Role AccountabilitiesSkills and competencies:Syngene ValuesAll employees will consistently demonstrate alignment with our core values

• Excellence
• Integrity
• Professionalism

Education: MSc (Biochemistry, Biotechnology or any other relevant Biological Sciences)Experience:

• 3-6 years of relevant experience in biotech, pharma or academia with various purification systems

• Excellent theoretical knowledge of proteins, biochemistry and various methods of protein purification - affinity, ion exchange and size exclusion
• Solid working knowledge of making buffers and solutions, calculations of molarity, dilutions, measuring pH of solutions.
• Proven hands-on experience and technical expertise in using AKTA systems (pure, primePlus, explorer, start)
• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects in parallel and coordination of internal and external resources is essential.
• Strong organizational, detail-orientation, prioritization and multi-tasking skills
• Attention to detail, strong analytical skills and ability to work under strict timelines
• Ability to properly document results and observations in timely manner, make presentations.
• Personal attributes - organized, motivated, cooperative, friendly, respectful and communicative.

Technical / Functional Skills:

• Behavioral / Managerial skills: Demonstrated capabilities in leading a team and working in a matrix environment. Ability to rationally discuss data make data-driven decisions, and influence decisions to select optimal molecules for development. Ability to work in collaboration with a large inter-disciplinary team and assimilate data from various aspects. Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously requiring frequent communication, organizing/time management, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, collaboration, analytical, and scientific project management skills
• Ability to work with senior management with professionalism and discretion

Equal Employment Opportunity:It is the policy of Syngene to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable legislation or local law. In addition, Syngene will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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