Date : 25 Sept 2025
Location :
Bangalore, KA, IN, 560099
Custom Field 1 : Discovery Services
Job Title : Protein Expression Scientist
Job Location : Bangalore
Department : Discovery Biology
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.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintenance of Cell culture, Storage of cells,
- Independently perform experiments for protein expression-Transient transfections, Stable cell line generation, Insect cell expression, Expression in E. coli
- Perform small scale purifications of affinity tag proteins.
- Perform analysis of proteins by SDS-PAGE, Western Blot.
- Troubleshoot issues with protein expression and purification.
- Regularly prepare detailed records of experiments, reports.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously under strict deadlines.
- Help other team members in their work.
- Contribute to general lab cleanliness, equipment maintenance, Consumable ordering and safety.
Educational Qualification
MSc (Biochemistry, Biotechnology or any other relevant Biological Sciences) with 6-9 years of experience in Mammalian Cell based Expression systems and microbial expression systems.Experience
Experience in performing transfections in Mammalian cells in Shake flaskExperience in performing microbial expressionExperience with Protein analysis methods (SDS PAGE, Western).Reasonable theoretical knowledge of Proteins, Biochemistry, Cell biology, Mammalian Protein expression, Microbial expression and affinity protein purification.Working knowledge of making buffers and solutions, calculations of molarity, dilutions, measuring pH of solutions.Good verbal communication, written communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to manage multiple projects in parallel.Ability to work under strict timelines.Ability to properly document results and observations in timely mannerPersonal attributes – organized, motivated, cooperative, friendly, respectful and communicative.Behavioral Skills
Demonstrate ability to be a team player.Commitment to deliver the study reports within the agreed timelinesAdaptability to changes in the dynamic lab environmentCommunicate confidently with colleagues and collaborators in the meetings and presentation of study reports and evidence of publications in the PEER reviewed JournalsEqual 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.
Skills Required
Western Blot, sds-page, Protein Expression