R&D Technician

Description

The position of the R&D Technician requires individuals to work with Study Directors, associate Toxicologists, Clinical Veterinarians and Study Pathologists in conducting non‑clinical laboratory studies as directed by the study protocol.

The R&D Technician has sufficient technical background/training to execute non‑clinical laboratory studies as per SOPs and protocol.

Proficient in the use and understanding of laboratory equipment, possesses good oral and written communication skills, and is precise in the collection and maintenance of data for non‑clinical laboratory studies.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Conduct in‑life and terminal phases of all non‑clinical laboratory studies, including animal health evaluations, administration of test compound(s) to animals, weight measurements, collection of body fluid samples for clinical evaluation, observing animals for normal or changed physical condition, performing necropsies with gross pathologic observations and descriptions, recording and maintaining data, and preparing test compound formulations.
• Perform necropsy support, discovery support, general study work, training of new techniques.
• Comply with all guidelines (SOPs, GLP, DEA and other policies).
• May also be assigned various group administrative responsibilities, laboratory coordination and training functions.
• Special technique training may be implemented based on business needs.

• Minimum of High School Diploma or equivalent education with 4 years of experience in a laboratory setting.
• Associate’s degree with no experience required.
• Must have sufficient technical background/training to execute nonclinical laboratory studies as per standard operating procedures and protocol.
• Must be proficient in the handling of nonclinical test systems, use of laboratory equipment, possess good oral and written communication skills and be precise in the collection and maintenance of data for nonclinical laboratory studies.
• Comfortable with working with animals and euthanasia.
• Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
• Ability to stand long periods of time.
• Good time management skills.
• Motivated and eager to work.
• Attention to detail.
• Blood collection, dosing, animal handling.
• Work schedule 6 am - 2:30 pm with some overtime, either weekdays or weekend overtime.

• 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 of the month following at least 1 calendar year after employment begins.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.