Sr Associate Scientist

Job Description

Job Description

Principal Responsibilities

We are seeking a skilled scientist who has experience in designing and producing antibodies to join our team.

Responsible for digital integration-related user-acceptance testing, auditing and general maintenance of bioregistry and request applications.

This role also involves laboratory fulfillment of reagent requests, DNA sequence design, vector construction, and production of recombinant proteins.

Integration related auditing and maintenance, including :

Regular maintenance and auditing of request, registration, analytic data and inventory applications

Frequent and timely User Accepting Testing for registration and request applications

Laboratory fulfillment of reagent requests based on experience

DNA sequence design, vector construction, sequencing and QC

Production of recombinant proteins (antibodies, bispecifics, fusions and small format binders) via mammalian expression and affinity purification

Analytical characterization of purified products

Evaluating and building new data efficiencies towards registration and laboratory data processes

Regular collaboration with team members and strong communication skills

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in biochemistry, chemistry, or related field with a minimum of 2 years relevant experience, or equivalent degree (Open to MA)

Hands-on laboratory experience (excluding college coursework).

Experience with basic python scripting and strong excel skills.

Experience in laboratory data management and / or digital application transitions.

Experience with annotating antibody sequences and familiarity with antibody structure / domains.

Experience with recombinant protein production from DNA design to quality analysis.

Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical, organizational, and multi-tasking skills.

Ability to perform routine tasks independently and commitment to high quality analysis and meticulous documentation.

Data Auditing skills

Exp w / antibody structure (Domain, Categorizes)

Digital Application Migration and Documentation.

Data Management

Protein Production

Attention to Detail (mistake seekers and standardize, willingness to speak-up)

Ability to take direction from team, not just leadership.

Can work independently, be highly detail oriented, collaborate regularly with team members, and possess strong communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with product quality analysis for antibodies and recombinant proteins.

Antibody-drug conjugate and small compound handling experience.

Experience with automated lab equipment and protocols.

Prior experience working with electronic lab notebooks and / or LIMS systems.

Willingness to work with potent cytotoxic compounds and following safety protocols.

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.