Associate Scientist

JOB DESCRIPTION

Designation: Associate Scientist
Job Location: Bangalore
Department: LDO

About Syngene
Incorporated in 1993, Syngene International Ltd. is an innovation-focused global discovery, development and manufacturing organization providing integrated scientific services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, nutrition, animal health, consumer goods and specialty chemical industries around the world. Syngene’ s clientele includes world leaders such as Bristol-Myers Squibb, Baxter, Amgen, GSK, Merck KGaA and Herbalife. Its innovative culture is driven by the passion of its 4240- strong team of scientists who work with clients from around the world to solve their scientific problems, improve R&D productivity, speed up time to market and lower the cost of innovation.

Job Purpose: The Lead discovery optimization genomics group is looking for a motivated scientist to carry out genomics assays for early discovery programs, understanding model systems and mechanism of action of compounds. The person has work on a range of genomics assays ranging from qPCRs to single cell genomics. 

Key Responsibilities: 
1.    Validation and optimization of qPCR-based assays for gene expression analysis
2.    Transcriptomics from cells, tissues and extracellular samples with varying range of inputs 
3.    Single cell genomics 
4.    Working on fit-for-purpose genomics assays
5.    Work in a collaborative environment. Meticulous record keeping and presenting work to stakeholders.   

Educational Qualification:  M.Sc., M.Tech. 

Technical/functional Skills: Experience with PCR and qPCR-based assays for gene expression and genomtyping. Next generation sequencing experience inclusive of bulk transcriptomics. Familiarity with automation platforms for RNA isolation and is a plus.  

Experience:  4-8 years 

Behavioral Skills: Ability to work in collaborative atmosphere. Strong communication and presentation skills. 

Equal Opportunity Employer:
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.