Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTIONDesignation: Senior Research AssociateJob Location: BangaloreDepartment: Discovery BiologyAbout SyngeneIncorporated 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 PurposeThe candidate will be a part of the antibody development team, working on generating tool grade antibodies by hybridoma approach. He or she will be in a fast-paced work environment that offers a great opportunity to learn and grow.Key Responsibilities:

• Immunization of mice and rabbits.
• Generation of antibodies by hybridoma technology
• Screening of clones and antibodies using techniques like flow cytometry, ELISA, western blotting, Octet.
• Small scale upstream batches to check for titer determination.
• Experiment design and planning, conducting experiments, analyzing and communicating results.
• Documentation of data and inventory maintenance.
• Follow environment, health, and safety (EHS) requirements at all times in the workplace ensuring individual and lab/plant safety.

Educational Qualification:

• M.Sc Biotechnology or Biochemistry
• M.Tech Biotechnology

• Experience with handling rodents and rabbits is a must.
• Experience with antibody generation by hybridoma technology.
• Experience with handling cell lines with cell bank preparation and inventory maintenance.
• Experience with fundamental molecular biology techniques and flow cytometry.
• Excellent attention to details, diligent documentation and efficient communication skills.

Experience:3 years post qualification (for M.Sc) * 0-3 years of experience (for M.Tech)Behavioral Skills:

• Should be well versed in verbal and written communication, should be a team player.
• Should be focused towards results and deliverables.
• Should have a high moral framework (ethics code) and high data integrity sense.

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.

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