Scientist

Job Description

• We are seeking a cell culture / molecular biology scientist to actively contribute to our workflows including in molecular cloning of plasmid constructs and with small to medium-scale protein expression in mammalian cells (HEK, CHO) and e.coli.

• Work collaboratively in a matrix with project teams and members of the Protein Sciences Group to drive innovation and deliver novel therapies to our patients.

• Impact projects through the production of recombinant antigen proteins.

• Impact projects by DNA-enabling our team, via cloning of plasmid constructs that will be used to express the requested antigen proteins.

• Demonstrate scientific excellence, work ethic, and dedication to team and project goals.

Qualifications

• BS or Master's degree in biochemistry, Biology or other related Life Science

• 3+ years of relevant laboratory experience.

• Work history performing transient protein expression HEK293 or CHO cells.

• Cell culture experience with mammalian cells (HEK, CHO).

• Self-motivated and must be able to work independently and also contribute in a team environment.

• Excellent communication skills and be proficient in presenting in front of groups.

• Must be able to manage several tasks concurrently and be capable of adjusting to rapidly changing experimental priorities.

• Experience working in lab setting

• Molecular biology (plasmid cloning, etc.)

• Protein production (e. coli or mammalian)

• Experience performing Western analysis, SDS-PAGE, molecular cloning, DNA preps.

• Additional experience of interpreting protein analytical techniques such as SEC, MS, DLS, etc. are desirable

• Experience working with/implementation of automated laboratory workflows and instrumentation

• Experience in e. coli is also preferred

Benefits:

Healthcare Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.

Dental Insurance: Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.

Vision Insurance : Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.401(k) Plan: The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins. Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.

Technical Certification Bonus: Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $500 for an approved professional certification. In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us. Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus. It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.