Associate Scientist

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• The Associate Scientist in In-Process Analytics is expected to execute scientific studies in support of technical programs as they progress from early development into Phase I/II and Phase III.
• The appointee will work in the In-Process Analytics (IPA) team, within the Drug Substance - Technical R&D unit.
• Executing routine characterization assays of Drug Substance including analytical HPLC and plate based assays.

• Scientific degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biotechnology or a related field.
• Previous Industry or laboratory experience.
• Hands on Experience with analytical HPLC or plate based assays.
• Fluent Spoken/Written English.
• Demonstrates critical, analytical, and synthetic abilities.
• Capable of managing time efficiently to meet short-term targets.
• Exhibits a collaborative and adaptable approach to working under pressure and time constraints.
• Actively seeks feedback on performance to drive continuous improvement.
• Strong scientific writing skills to convey complex information clearly and concisely in regulatory documents.
• Ensures coherence between contributions, ensuring the quality of final results.

• Experience with industry standard high throughput screening and automation technologies.
• Understanding of polysaccharide chemistry.
• Understanding of protein biochemistry.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment and communicate effectively.

Healthcare Insurance:
Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield 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 Met Life. 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.

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