Biologist

Description:

• The scientist in this position will have several responsibilities in supporting CHO cell line development pipeline, including expression vector design, cell line engineering and genetic characterization of cell lines.

• Characterize CHO cell lines using a variety of molecular biology techniques

• Contribute to expression vector design and construction

• Flow cytometry instrumentation operation and maintenance

• Maintain detailed, accurate, and clear documentation of experiments and activities

• Effectively organize and communicate research progress and planned activities through oral and written presentations

• Collaborate with colleagues in the Cell Line Development group and across multiple functional areas of the Bioprocess Development and Launch department to advance the Biologics Pipeline

• Maintain a high level of productivity in the lab

• Demonstrate scientific initiative and creative thinking to achieve project goals and contribute team performance in a climate of scientific rigor

• Contribute to the smooth and effective operation of the CHO Cell Line Development labs through the 5S program

• Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, appropriate handling of materials, and GxP compliance

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree with 2+ years in Cell/Molecular Biology or a related field of relevant experience

• Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture

• Exceptional attention to detail.

• Demonstrated laboratory research skills and productivity.

• Expertise in molecular biology techniques, including molecular cloning, PCR-based assays, gene expression analysis, and sequencing analysis

• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships with peers and cross-functional team members

• Strong planning, multitasking, time management, and troubleshooting skills

• Collaborative and proactive attitude with strong scientific curiosity, work ethic, and attention to detail

• Experience with fluorescence-activated cell sorting (FACS)

• Knowledge of genome editing (CRISPR/Cas9, Zinc Finger Nucleases) and Next Generation Sequencing (Illumina, PacBio, Oxford Nanopore) technologies

• Familiarity with sequence data analysis software (Geneious Prime), project management and workflow automation platforms (Smartsheet) and other data analysis tools

• Experience with digital PCR assays, such as droplet

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 of the month following at least 1 calendar year after employment begins.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.