Molecular Scientist

Description

• Will work with a talented and experienced team in our Technical Research and Development organization at Cambridge, Massachusetts.
• Will be an important point of contact for the coordination and execution of molecular, potency and characterization assays, qualification studies, and method transfer activities within area of expertise.
• Will interface regularly and build relationships with other functions such as Process Development, Quality Control and Manufacturing Sciences & Technology to collaboratively drive projects to meet the established timelines while maintaining the highest quality and data integrity standards.
• Will uphold company Values & Beliefs and Code of Ethics to successfully support our bold mission of delivering effective CAR-T cell products for patients in need.
• Perform analytical testing including flow cytometry, cell count, cell viability, qPCR/dPCR, potency, etc. following appropriate SOPs and procedures.
• Review and approve data by other team members.
• Record and maintain meticulous records in electronic laboratory notebook in compliance with Quality standards
• Identifies opportunities for method improvement
• Execute qualification/optimization of analytical methods
• Drive project timelines and deliverables while meeting internal quality and data integrity requirements
• Communicate effectively and present complex data within the department and cross-functionally
• Author and review method related technical documents to ensure completeness, accuracy, consistency and clarity
• Support tracking and trending systems, and programs, which assist in the testing, evaluation and monitoring of quality and efficiency
• Serves as a technical associate expert to support analytical testing and implementation of novel analytical methodologies for our CAR-T cell therapy products.
  
  

Requirements

• BA/BS or MS in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology or other related science + 1 year of prior experience in industry or academia.
• Understanding of the basic scientific principles underpinning the analytical methods such as flow cytometry, PCR, ELISA, cell-based assays
• Expertise with aseptic technique and mammalian cell culture, Human T-cell culture experience a plus
• Ability to communicate clearly with internal or cross-functional teams
• Detail-oriented with expertise in problem solving & demonstrated ability to work in a team environment
• Established ability to work in a regulated environment
• Good presentation skills and scientific/technical writing skills
• Experience writing laboratory SOPs and technical instructions is preferred
• 0-4 years of experience in pharmaceutical, biologics industry
• Understanding of the concepts of cGxP.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential
  
  

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.