Analytical Scientist II - Onsite: Princeton, NJ

Analytical Scientist II - Onsite: Princeton, NJ

Syneos Health® is a leading fully integrated biopharmaceutical solutions organization built to accelerate customer success. We translate unique clinical, medical affairs and commercial insights into outcomes to address modern market realities.

Our Clinical Development model brings the customer and the patient to the center of everything that we do. We are continuously looking for ways to simplify and streamline our work to not only make Syneos Health easier to work with, but to make us easier to work for.

Whether you join us in a Functional Service Provider partnership or a Full-Service environment, you’ll collaborate with passionate problem solvers, innovating as a team to help our customers achieve their goals. We are agile and driven to accelerate the delivery of therapies, because we are passionate to change lives.

Discover what our 29,000 employees, across 110 countries already know:

WORK HERE MATTERS EVERYWHERE

Why Syneos Health

• We are passionate about developing our people, through career development and progression; supportive and engaged line management; technical and therapeutic area training; peer recognition and total rewards program.
• We are committed to our Total Self culture – where you can authentically be yourself. Our Total Self culture is what unites us globally, and we are dedicated to taking care of our people.
• We are continuously building the company we all want to work for and our customers want to work with. Why? Because when we bring together diversity of thoughts, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives – we’re able to create a place where everyone feels like they belong.

Job Responsibilities

Analytical Scientist II – Princeton, NJ

Join Syneos Health and contribute to meaningful clinical research that advances global health.

At Syneos Health , we are purpose-built for speed and agility in clinical research. As an Analytical Scientist II , you’ll be part of an innovative organization that blends scientific rigor with a mission-driven commitment to improving patient outcomes. Here, you’ll work alongside supportive teammates and leaders who prioritize training, mentorship, and long-term career development.

This is a hands-on, lab-based opportunity at our Princeton, NJ office—ideal for someone eager to grow their expertise while contributing to impactful bioanalytical work that fuels clinical trials worldwide.

What You’ll Do:

In this role, you will play a crucial part in our bioanalytical operations by:

• Processing and analyzing biological samples using established procedures and SOPs.

• Supporting method development and validation , helping shape new analytical approaches used in clinical research.

• Documenting all analytical activities with precision to ensure regulatory accuracy and data integrity.

• Contributing to the review and refinement of SOPs , driving continuous improvement.

• Operating key analytical instruments and software , initiating analytical runs and monitoring results.

• Troubleshooting bioanalytical issues , collaborating with senior scientists to identify solutions.

• Integrating, reviewing, and refining data using specialized applications.

• Maintaining a clean, safe laboratory environment , including waste management and equipment care.

• Performing laboratory support tasks to ensure smooth daily operations.

• Upholding all corporate, divisional, and regulatory standards , with a commitment to quality and compliance.

What You Bring:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a scientific field .

• A solid understanding of bioanalytical laboratory processes .

• Strong computer skills , including MS Word, Excel, and analytical software tools.

• Experience with chromatography software (a strong plus).

• Prior experience in a regulated environment , supporting GxP‑compliant operations.

• A collaborative mindset and a passion for scientific problem‑solving.

Why Syneos Health?

At Syneos Health, you’ll be part of a global organization that accelerates the development of life-changing therapies. Here’s what makes this role special:

✨ A supportive, team-based culture that invests in your growth

✨ A flexible schedule that makes work/life balance a reality
✨ Hands-on training and mentorship from experienced scientists
✨ Clear long-term career progression within clinical research and laboratory science
✨ A dynamic lab environment where your contributions directly support clinical trials
✨ The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient health worldwide

If you’re driven by science, motivated by purpose, and looking for a place to grow, we’d love for you to join us.

At  Syneos Health, we believe in providing an environment and culture in which Our People can thrive, develop and advance. We reward and recognize our people by providing valuable benefits and a quality-of-life balance. The benefits for this position may include a company car or car allowance, Health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, Company match 401k, 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. Because certain states and municipalities have regulated paid sick time requirements, eligibility for paid sick time may vary depending on where you work. Syneos complies with all applicable federal, state, and municipal paid sick time requirements.

Salary Range:

$56,400.00 - $95,900.00

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

Get to know Syneos Health

Over the past 5 years, we have worked with 94% of all Novel FDA Approved Drugs, 95% of EMA Authorized Products and over 200 Studies across 73,000 Sites and 675,000+ Trial patients.

No matter what your role is, you’ll take the initiative and challenge the status quo with us in a highly competitive and ever-changing environment. Learn more about Syneos Health.

Additional Information

Tasks, duties, and responsibilities as listed in this job description are not exhaustive. The Company, at its sole discretion and with no prior notice, may assign other tasks, duties, and job responsibilities. Equivalent experience, skills, and/or education will also be considered so qualifications of incumbents may differ from those listed in the Job Description. The Company, at its sole discretion, will determine what constitutes as equivalent to the qualifications described above. Further, nothing contained herein should be construed to create an employment contract. Occasionally, required skills/experiences for jobs are expressed in brief terms. Any language contained herein is intended to fully comply with all obligations imposed by the legislation of each country in which it operates, including the implementation of the EU Equality Directive, in relation to the recruitment and employment of its employees. The Company is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the provision of reasonable accommodations, when appropriate, to assist employees or applicants to perform the essential functions of the job.