Scientist

Key Responsibilities

• Conducting laboratory experiments for development of pharmaceutical products, with focus on sterile liquid dosage forms under supervision and guidance of the group members.
• Conducting analytical & characterization experiments to generate scientifically sound data supporting the formulation and manufacturing process development efforts of liquid dosage forms.
• Designing and interpreting experiments independently whenever the situation demands.
• Employing problem-solving and creative scientific skills.
• Working independently to generate accurate, reliable data on time and accurately documenting in electronic laboratory notebooks.
• Practicing good communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Independently plan and execute lab-scale experiments related to sterile liquid formulation and manufacturing process development.
• Prompt and accurate documentation of experiments, results, and conclusions to ensure data integrity and accuracy is critical.
• Analyzes and interprets technical data and utilizes statistical techniques as needed.
• Additional responsibilities include proper maintenance of laboratory equipment and instrumentation to ensure laboratory operational capability.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Requires a bachelor's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, pharmacy, or other relevant scientific discipline with 3-5 years of relevant industry experience; OR
• Master's degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, pharmacy or other relevant scientific discipline with 2 years of relevant industry experience.
• Strong technical writing and communication skills.
• Must be proficient using Word, Excel, and statistical software.
• Knowledge of fundamental application of statistics is preferred.
• Experience in analyzing data and writing technical reports is desired.
• Knowledge on polymer sciences
• Demonstrate working knowledge and understanding of formulation and manufacturing process development for sterile liquid drug products, including solutions, emulsions, and suspensions.
• Experience with various sterilization techniques for liquid drug products, such as filtration, and autoclaving, is desired.
• Experience with analytical measurements and characterization techniques such as pH, osmolality, viscosity/rheology, turbidity, particle size, and physical appearance.
• Hands-on experience with HPLC and UPLC (with detectors such as UV, PDA, and RI) is also desired
  
  

California Fair Chance Act

Synectics Inc. will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Synectics Inc. is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/.

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.