Senior Research Investigator

BioSpace; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biotechnology company in Bengaluru is seeking a Senior Research Investigator to oversee key technology platforms including pathology and IHC. The role involves guiding assay design, managing a team of scientists, and engaging in translational R&D projects. Candidates must hold an MBBS and MD/DNB in Pathology with strong experience in the relevant fields. This opportunity will allow you to make significant contributions in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in a hospital or corporate (pharma/technology) setting.
• Good communication and presentation skills in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on assay selection and design.
• Lead and manage a team of scientists.
• Engage in continuous learning and support digital pathology workflows.

Skills

Hands-on experience in pathology/IHC

Good oral and written communication skills

Knowledge of Digital pathology

Education

MBBS, MD/DNB Pathology

Job description

Job Description

Designation: Senior Research Investigator – 7-II

Job Location: Bangalore

Department: Pathology/IHC

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- a 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

This position oversees one of the major technology platforms (pathology, digital pathology and IHC) and is into clinical biomarker assay development, validation and analysis.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance on assay selection and design for the development, qualification/validation, and sample analysis of IHC/ISH assays.
• Collaborate closely with onsite scientists and pathologists to support translational pathology and immunohistochemistry workflows.
• Lead and manage a team of scientists, overseeing daily operations and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
• Contribute to ongoing translational R&D projects in partnership with cross-functional teams and external hospital networks.
• Engage in continuous learning and actively support digital pathology workflows.
• Participate in the preparation, review, and implementation of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs); assist with inventory management and conduct periodic reviews.
• Play an active role in recruitment processes, including conducting interviews and evaluating team performance.
• Mentor and train team members to foster professional growth and technical expertise.
• Perform additional duties as required to support departmental and organizational objectives.

Educational Qualification and Experience

MBBS, MD/DNB Pathology

Technical/Functional Skills

• Hands-on experience in pathology/IHC working in the hospital or corporate (pharma/technology) setting.
• Hands-on experience/ basic knowledge of IHC is required.
• Knowledge of Digital pathology is desired.
• Experience in oncology and/or other therapeutic areas along with handling clinical samples, and clinical programs is essential.
• Experience of working in a regulated laboratory setting (CAP/NABL or other GxP environment) is good to have.

Behavioral Skills

• Ensure completion of experiments and generate accurate and reproducible data from experiments.
• Good oral and written communication and presentation skills to work in a multi-disciplinary team.

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.