Principal Research Scientist

Overview

Principal Research Scientist

Syneos Health is a leading fully-integrated life sciences services organization built to accelerate customer success. We partner with innovators across the drug development and commercialization continuum, helping them navigate complexity, anticipate change and accelerate progress. Our Clinical Solutions team members apply their drug development mindset, experience, and deep expertise to understand customer needs and translate them into solutions.

Whether you join a Functional Service Provider partnership or a Full-Service environment, you will collaborate with passionate problem solvers to deliver results for our customers and those in need.

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• We are passionate about developing our people through career development and progression, training, and rewards.
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• We aim to shape the future of healthcare by bringing together smart colleagues from around the world.

Job Responsibilities

• Independently develop, validate and optimize bioanalytical methods or instruct other staff to do so.
• Drive innovation in the company\'s bioanalytical techniques.
• Process, analyze and interpret bioanalytical data and train staff on appropriate analysis techniques.
• Find solutions to problems related to the application of bioanalytical methods.
• Supervise and/or drive improvements in laboratory activity processes (method development and validation).
• Write and review bioanalytical method SOPs.
• Review scientific literature to guide the development of bioanalytical methods.
• Document and/or review documentation of activities related to the development and validation of bioanalytical methods.
• Assist in training new employees related to research and development and validation.
• Assist in competitive intelligence by developing and testing new analytical instruments.
• Coordinate resources to drive development of bioanalytical methods.
• Perform biological sample processing and analysis activities as needed.
• Supervise the work of laboratory staff.
• Coach and mentor scientific staff; oversee development of direct reports by setting goals and conducting performance reviews.
• Set priorities and schedule activities of departmental resources; align with company objectives and address operational challenges.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Corporate and Divisional Policies, SOPs, and Operating Guidelines; perform other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements

• Bachelor\'s Degree in Science (relative alternate certification may be considered acceptable).
• Experience in a regulatory context is an asset.
• Proficient computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Word and Excel) and analytical software (e.g., Analyst).
• Demonstrates skills in scientific problem solving.
• English level: bilingualism including verbal and written communication on technical topics and procedures or technical reports.

Benefits and Additional Information

The benefits for this position may include a company car or car allowance, health benefits (medical, dental, vision), Company match 401(k), eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance, and flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time. Eligibility for paid sick time may vary by location; Syneos complies with applicable paid sick time requirements.

Salary Range: $79,800.00 - $139,600.00

The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high of the Syneos Health range for this position. Actual salary will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skills, and proficiency for the role.

Get to know Syneos Health

Over the past 5 years, we have worked with 94% of Novel FDA Approved Drugs, 95% of EMA Authorized Products, and supported studies across numerous sites and trials.

Additional information: The company may assign other tasks and responsibilities at its sole discretion. Equal opportunity employment information and compliance with applicable laws are provided where required.