Immunology Discovery Biologist at Synectics Inc.

Description

• The Bioresearch Center is seeking a dedicated and talented full-time contractor for the position of Biologist I or II to join the Immunology Discovery Dermatology team in Worcester, MA.
• The role involves the design and execution of in vitro and ex vivo pharmacology experiments aimed at defining the activity and mechanism of action of novel biotherapeutics and small molecules in mammalian cell lines and primary human immune cells.
• The individual will be responsible for experimental planning and execution, data analysis and presentation, and detailed data documentation.
• Assist in the design and execution of in vitro/ex vivo studies using mammalian cell lines and primary immune cells to evaluate target biology.
• Perform primary immune cell and stable cell culture to support in vitro studies.
• Support downstream analysis, including flow cytometry, MSD, and/or ELISA as needed.
• Maintain accurate records of experimental procedures and data in laboratory notebook.
• Additional responsibilities include data analysis, interpretation, and communication of experimental results to cross-functional team members, as well as working in a strong collaborative atmosphere.
  
  

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Biology, Molecular Biology, Immunology or related field with 1+ years relevant experience in academia or industry (Required) Biologist II = 3+ years of experience
• Experience in aseptic tissue culture techniques involving immune cell isolation/culturing and mammalian cell lines culturing (Required)
• Experience with flow cytometry and/or protein detection methods (ELISA and/or MSD), (required)
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail and good communication skills (oral and written) (required)
• Capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within project teams (required)
• Ability to develop and implement quality control measures for experimental procedures to ensure robust and reproducible datasets that support reaching project milestones.
  
  

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.