What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Scientist position at Synectics Inc?
Description
We are seeking an enthusiastic, self-driven individual to join the Gene Delivery & Editing Process Development team. Our team develops process and technology underpinning critical raw materials used in the manufacturing of engineered T cells, including viral vector.
The primary focus of this Assistant Scientist position will be to support upstream and downstream operations in our 250 L pilot lab for production of AAV and Lentiviral vectors used for gene delivery and gene editing of our cell therapy products.
This team member will support current programs, advance process development of scalable, manufacturing-friendly viral vector processes, and provide non GMP grade viral vector for pipeline supporting studies.
Join us and be part of a team that values collaboration, personal development, and diversity in pursuit of an inclusive and motivating work environment.
Hands-on experience in upstream (cell culture, bioreactor operation, and transfection conditions) and downstream (depth filtration, normal flow filtration, tangential flow filtration, chromatography) unit operations for viral vector production
Prepare buffers and process solutions for pilot scale productions
Contribute to planning and design of experiments, execution and independent analysis of data.
Maintain proper documentation of process data.
Basic Qualifications:
M.S. or B.S. in Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Virology, or related disciplines
0-2 years of industry experience in process development or related work
Independently motivated with the ability to multitask and work in teams
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely through oral presentation and technical writing
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated ability to read and understand scientific literature
Experience in mammalian cell culture and aseptic techniques
Experience with downstream equipment and techniques (Chromatography/AKTA, UF/DF, Sterile Filtration)
Familiar with statistical analysis and experimental design
Familiar with general analytical assays, such as HPLC and ELISA.
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.
