Assistant Scientist

Position SummaryCell Core is responsible for supplying cellular products to support internal organizations. Team communications and support occur within and between varied company levels and internal organizations. Responsible for in-lab fulfillment of requests across the cell therapy franchise.The role will therefore require a high degree of approachability and interpersonal savvy, with a proven ability to work in cross-functional teams. Effective organizational skills will also be necessary as the candidate will be responsible for varied technical work, process execution, and organizing large quantities of data.Assist in manufacturing engineered T-cell products and intermediates in support of Technical Development, Process Development, Analytical Development, and Process Characterization efforts.The position will require process execution, documentation, data analysis, drafting of technical reports, and presentation of results. Lab-based role responsible for assisting in generating T-cell products and intermediatesManagement of freezer inventory and oversight of material allocation to stakeholdersLab w/ blood & animalQualificationsA.A. (Lab Technician) or BS (Assistant Scientist) in Biology, Chemical Engineering, Bioengineering or relevant scientific discipline with 0-2 years of industry bioprocess experienceExcellent aseptic technique strongly preferredBuffer and media preparation, cell banking experience preferredExcellent record keeping and documentation skillsExperience with managing large inventory systems strongly preferredProficient use of MS Office productsAbility to meet deadlines, adapt to rapid changes, and work in a fast-paced team environmentStrong prioritization skillsExperience with aseptic technique while working in the biological safety cabinetEffective problem solving and ability to adapt to change on the flyStrong attention to detail and flexibility to work occasional evening and weekend shifts is required.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.