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Lab Tech

Synectics Inc.
North Chicago, IL Contractor
POSTED ON 7/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/20/2026
Job Description

  • Looking for an experienced Bio-analytical Scientist/Lab Technician to perform routine/non-routine analysis as well as formulation work within the group.
  • Working with project leads on projects of varying complexity including routine and non-routine analysis, generate reliable and consistent results.
  • Troubleshoot experiments and instrumentation.
  • General lab maintenance/lab upkeep
  • Perform routine testing. Documenting experiments with electronic notebook (eLN).
  • Learn and understand new experimental techniques.
  • Responsible for compliance with all applicable policies and procedures.
  • Follow, understand, and comply with SOP's and policies on cGMP's and safety.
  • Maintains a clean, safe, and organized lab area.
  • GLP environment in lab. Individual will be working directly with one (1) supervisor but may interface with multiple individuals from the technical team.
  • 80% lab activities and 20% stationary activities.

Qualifications

  • BS or MS in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, Molecular Biology, or related science.
  • Theoretical and practical knowledge to carry out job function.
  • General Science Background (Chemistry, Biology preferred)
  • General Laboratory Skills (pipetting, weighing, solution preparation)
  • Bioanalytical methods
  • HPLC & Empower
  • Familiarity/ experience with particle sizing/ testing techniques, force tester, HPLC, UV/ IR/ Fluorescence spectroscopy, basic practices for sampling, weighing, pH measurement
  • Basic computer knowledge.
  • HPLC and/or pharmaceutical industry experience
  • Experience with various bioanalytical/ physical tests e.g. SEC, CEX, HIC and RP HPLC, Karl Fisher, spectroscopy-UV, IR, fluorescence, visual evaluations such as color, clarity, pH, viscosity, density, visible and sub-visible particle testing techniques.
  • Experience in analyzing and interpreting bioanalytical data and working with project teams is a plus.

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

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary : $25 - $31

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