Syngene is a leading contract research, development, and manufacturing organization, providing integrated scientific services from early discovery through to commercial supply. The company’s mission is to support the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and chemical industries by offering comprehensive solutions to accelerate drug development and manufacturing. Safety and quality are at the heart of Syngene’s operations, ensuring that all processes are in compliance with safety standards and regulations.
Job Description:
Position Title: Research Associate
Location: Hyderabad, India
The Research Associate will be responsible for conducting synthetic chemistry reactions and delivering final compounds in a timely manner. The role involves problem-solving in chemistry independently and ensuring that all experimental observations and results are documented as per Syngene’s standards.
Key Responsibilities:
- Synthesis & Purification: Conduct synthetic chemistry reactions, perform reaction workups, and purify compounds using techniques such as column chromatography, crystallization, and preparative TLC.
- Documentation & Reporting: Record experimental observations, results, and usage of resources in the electronic laboratory notebook (ELN) and ensure confidentiality and timely updates to the supervisor or group leader.
- Safety Compliance: Handle chemicals following safety protocols, adhere to EHS guidelines, and be aware of emergency response procedures for spillage, leakage, or fire. Ensure proper waste segregation according to EHS norms.
- Productivity & Quality: Meet Syngene’s productivity expectations in terms of compound synthesis without compromising safety or quality standards. Ensure the final compounds are synthesized and delivered within fast turnaround times.
- Training & Development: Attend mandatory training sessions related to data integrity, health, safety, and quality standards, and ensure training records are updated.
Syngene Core Values:
- Excellence
- Integrity
- Professionalism
These values guide all Syngene employees in delivering superior service while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Experience: 2-4 years in organic synthesis, particularly in synthetic chemistry and reaction mechanisms.
- Skills:
- Strong knowledge of organic synthesis concepts and reaction mechanisms.
- Proficient in purification techniques and analytical interpretation of results.
- Familiarity with the operation of relevant laboratory equipment and instruments.
- Education: M.Sc. in General or Organic Chemistry.
