Job Description
Job Description
Job Description:
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Supporting cell-based workflows for a team of researchers, as follows: performing cellular bioanalytical assays in strong adherence with existing protocols and participating in assay optimization efforts; collaborative work with colleagues; accurate documenting all activities in the electronic lab notebook (ELN).
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Cultivation and manipulation of various adherent and non-adherent cell types
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Performing ligand binding assays, such as ELISA
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Operation of flow-cytometers and plate-readers
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Handling tissue samples from rodents, non-human primates and humans
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Consistent record keeping using an electronic lab notebook (ELN)
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Interact daily with the managers and 3-4 colleagues in the immediate team for laboratory work prioritization, experiment planning and execution
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May work on common assignments with colleagues in a larger bioanalytical group at the same location, as needed.
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Participate in bi-weekly group meetings and other team meetings and discussions, as relevant to their work.
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Onsite schedule: Monday - Friday / 8-4 or 9-5
Qualifications:
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B.S. (>4 years), M.S. (>1 years) or Ph.D. in relevant scientific field with a focus on documented experience in performing cell-based assays
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Educational background in life sciences [cell biology, bioengineering, immunology, or similar]
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Ability to perform cell-based assay by following established protocols and with consistency
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Expertise in working with various cell lines and primary cells, especially PBMCs and endothelial cells; sub-culturing and preparation of frozen stocks
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Experience with ELISA and/or other ligand binding assays (e.g., MSD)
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Being comfortable with task changes and multi-tasking
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Good working knowledge of cell analysis by flow-cytometry
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Primary cell isolation from tissues
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Ability for independent data analysis and interpretation
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Knowledge of flow-cytometry is a plus.
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This role requires expertise in conducting assays with cells and samples from various tissue origins and experience with ligand binding assays
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.