Principal Scientist - Translational Pathology

Date: 20 Aug 2026

Location:

Bangalore, KA, IN, 560099

Division: Dedicated Centre

Job Description

Designation: Principal Scientist

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 (1-2 Lines)

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 with 3-5 yrs exp.

Technical/functional Skills: (Maximum 4-6 Points)

• 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.