Scientist

Job Summary

• The primary functions of this position are conducting laboratory experiments and analysis in support of molecular toxicology studies.
• Able to multi-task and collaborate successfully across other groups within R&D to identify optimal screening assays for early detection of toxicity liabilities
• Support Preclinical Safety Toxicologists and Pathologists with key in vitro platforms for investigating molecular mechanisms of toxicity and enabling optimal selection of drug candidates.
• Develop/characterize 2D/3D in vitro platforms, focused on toxicology.
• Conduct routine in vitro screening assays for early drug candidates.
• Produce/coordinate/present key data as needed.
• Analyze and interpret relevant molecular toxicology data in a timely manner and communicate data and interpretation to project stakeholders
  
  

Qualifications

• BS or MS in cell/molecular biology, Molecular toxicology/Pharmacology, biochemistry, or a related field with 1-5+ yrs experience
• Experience in basic cell culture and cell biology endpoints.
• Knowledge of spheroid/organoid culture is a plus.
• Functional understanding of fluorescence and luminescence assays and related plate readers
• Practical knowledge of in vitro assay development and troubleshooting, ability to work in a rapid pace environment
• Good analytical skills and knowledge in data analysis, interpretation, report writing, and communication (both written and oral)
• Knowledge of traditional scientific, statistical, and graphing software
• Cell culture 2D a must, 3D would be a plus
• In vitro assay experience
• Familiarity with luminescence/fluorescence/UV-Vis assay readout
  
  

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.