Research Associate

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.

Your role

The purpose of the role is to perform reactions following Syngene safety norms. Documenting the observations in relevant lab notebooks or e-books as per the principle of ALCOA+.

Your responsibilities

• Perform polymerization via different routes, reaction workups, and purification/isolation of the compounds by different methods
• Ensure that the samples generated during the course of synthesis are given for analysis and record subsequent results obtained update the supervisor/group leader on the progress of synthesis and ensure samples are packed appropriately for shipment
• Record the observations of the experiment/reaction, results, utilization of resources and other activities related to the reaction in the laboratory or e-notebook following guidelines and in a timely manner and ensure that the same is handled safely and confidentially.
• Ensure that the instrument/equipment are calibrated, has undergone preventive maintenance and is kept clean before use in case of any breakdown, report to maintenance immediately
•  Ensure that they know the MSDS of the chemicals they are handling and are aware of emergency response procedures in case of accidental spillage, leakage or fire and ensure proper waste segregation as per EHS norms
• Attend all mandatory training and update training records as and when training is completed
• Ensure confidentiality at all times
• Prepare SOPs/IOPs/EOPs/OCPs when any new lab activity is identified or an existing one requires updation
• Any other lab responsibilities as indicated by the EHSQ team member/supervisor/group leader.
• Understanding and demonstrating responsibility for the safety of self & colleagues by following all safety protocols provided by Syngene
• Adherence to all environment, health, and safety (EHS) policies & standards at all times in the workplace
• Wearing all PPE as required.
• Adherence to all procedures related to Syngene s  data integrity policies
• Compliance with Syngene s quality standards at all times.

Training & development 

At Syngene, they support a culture of Collaboration; Meritocracy; Learning and Engagement. All employees have the opportunity to share thoughts and ideas about what they do; they are constantly offered opportunities to work with high-performing teams with rich experience across various global brands, and offer developmental platforms to hone their scientific and leadership skills. Employees are encouraged to take initiative, be creative, and welcome new responsibilities. 

In Syngene, they believe Learning is a pre-requisite to Growth. They consistently reinforce the Culture of Learning by offering knowledge accessibility, as well as professional development through a blended learning approach designed to develop key skills, and knowledge capabilities and develop the right attitude.

All programs are custom-designed to suit the needs of the targeted population using techniques and kinds of training including on-the-job learning opportunities, classroom-based activities, webinars, experiential training, e-learning and peer learning sessions. A variety of training and development workshops are run throughout the year as part of the training calendar for all employees including senior management.

Salary & benefits

The average annual salary for the Research Associate with up to 2 years of experience is around INR 3.9 to 5.2 LPA (Source: Ambition Box). 

Besides the high-end technology infrastructure and advanced R&D facilities, Syngene has more to offer to its employees in terms of the support they receive in living a full life:

• World class cafeterias,
• Well-designed and eco-friendly campus,
• Transportation,
• Child-care facility,
• Round-the-clock transportation,
• In-house ATM,
• Annual health check facility,
• Well-equipped gym to keep fit

Along with these, there are many other amenities provided by the company to ensure a safe and pleasant work environment.

Career progression

Performance is at the heart of their work culture in Syngene. Their employees know that if they have merit, then on the basis of that merit alone they will bubble up to the top of the organization. A very good percentage of its leaders have grown from within. They manage and reward with the help of effective talent review processes, engage the high potentials with fast-track careers, focus on the succession of key roles, chart development plans for all employees and manage intrinsic as well as extrinsic motivational factors.

A comprehensive compensation & benefits program along with a competitive reward and recognition process is used to attract, develop and retain competent people. They provide opportunities to all employees to work with global clients as well as high-performing teams with rich experience across various global brands.

Work-life balance

Work-life balance is rated at 3.9/5.0 (Source: Glassdoor). Work days are usually from Monday to Friday. Syngene provides a hybrid working option with flexible work timings.

Culture & vibe

Building a unified culture around its values of integrity, excellence and professionalism is an important part of the Syngene employee value proposition. 

It is the policy of Syngene to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, colour, 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.

About you

• MSc (Polymer Chemistry) with 0 -3 years

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