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Senior Research Associate

Syngene
Syngene
2-4 years
Not Disclosed
10 Jan. 19, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Job Title: Senior Research Associate – Biopharmaceutics
Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Department: Biopharmaceutics (BPH) – Dedicated Centre
Division: Dedicated Research Centre
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent


About Syngene

Syngene International Ltd., established in 1993, is a global, innovation-driven contract research, development, and manufacturing organization (CRDMO). We provide end-to-end scientific services across pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, nutrition, animal health, consumer goods, and specialty chemical industries.

With a talented team of over 4,200 scientists, Syngene collaborates with global leaders including Bristol-Myers Squibb, Amgen, GSK, Merck KGaA, Baxter, and Herbalife. Our mission is to accelerate drug discovery, improve R&D productivity, reduce time-to-market, and lower the cost of innovation for our clients.


Role Overview

The Senior Research Associate – Biopharmaceutics will support pre-formulation and phase-appropriate formulation development for pre-clinical and clinical studies. The role involves physicochemical assessment, solid-state characterization, and formulation development for new chemical entities (NCEs), ensuring experimental data integrity and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong technical expertise in pharmaceutics, analytical techniques, and formulation development, while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.


Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct pre-formulation studies to assess physicochemical properties of new chemical entities (NCEs).

  • Perform solid-state characterization and other analytical evaluations using advanced instruments and tools.

  • Support formulation development and feasibility studies for pre-clinical pharmacokinetics (PK), pharmacology (PD), and toxicology studies.

  • Assist in the development of oral drug products including solutions, suspensions, tablets, and capsules for clinical studies.

  • Record, summarize, and present experimental data accurately; assist in drafting scientific and technical reports.

  • Ensure proper documentation, data interpretation, and compliance with departmental SOPs and quality standards.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including PK/PD, toxicology, medicinal chemistry, and analytical R&D groups.

  • Maintain proficiency in MS Office and other scientific software/tools used in formulation and pre-formulation research.


Experience & Qualifications

  • Educational Qualification: M. Pharm or M.S. in Pharmaceutics / Pharmaceutical Chemistry.

  • Experience: 2–4 years in pre-formulation, formulation development, and biopharmaceutics for pharmaceutical or biotechnology projects.


Technical Skills

  • Pre-formulation studies and physicochemical characterization

  • Formulation development for pre-clinical and clinical studies

  • Solid-state characterization and stability assessment

  • Analytical chemistry and data interpretation


Behavioral & Functional Skills

  • Strong team collaboration and cross-functional communication

  • Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new scientific challenges

  • Excellent scientific writing, presentation, and reporting skills

  • Detail-oriented with high standards for experimental accuracy


Interfaces & Collaboration

  • Internal: PK/PD, toxicology, medicinal chemistry, analytical R&D teams.

  • External: Occasional interactions with clients involved in discovery and development pharmaceutics.


Why Join Syngene?

  • Work with global pharmaceutical leaders on cutting-edge biopharmaceutics projects.

  • Opportunity to contribute to pre-clinical and clinical drug development for NCEs.

  • Develop expertise in formulation, analytical tools, and solid-state characterization.

  • Thrive in a collaborative, innovation-driven, and high-performance environment.


Equal Opportunity Employer

Syngene is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. Employment decisions are made without discrimination based on age, race, color, religion, gender, disability, sexual orientation, or any legally protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities.