Scientist

Synectics Inc

Worcester, MA, USA

Published: 6/14/2022

Science

Full Time

Job Description

Description:

The Cell and Functional Biology team within Biotherapeutics Discovery is seeking a contract Scientist I/II to perform high-throughput binding and functional assays to drive and enable data-driven decisions for project and pipeline advancement.
As a member of the Cell and Functional Biology team, primary role will focus on antibody characterization.
The role includes executing and optimizing antibody screening funnel, cell line maintenance, data analyses, and standardization of protocols as related to automation.
Maintain immortalized mammalian target overexpressing and native target expressing cell lines primarily; experience with primary cells beneficial but not required.
Coordinate sourcing of internal and commercial reagents for screening assays.
Utilize established high-throughput assay screening workflows for antibody binding, internalization, and potency characterization using automated liquid-handling systems.
Execute and enable binding, internalization, and reporter assay experiments
Analyze data for antibody binding specificity, internalization ability and potency using flow binding and assays platforms.
Develop and standardize screening workflows, assay protocols, and automation procedures.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education with 5 years of relevant biotech or pharmaceutical industry experience, or master's degree or equivalent education with two years of experience
High-throughput screening experience and troubleshooting using Flow
Strong understanding of screening workflows
Perform cell culture under SOP GLP standards
Prior experience and familiarity with protein-protein interaction, ELISA, target binding and functional cellular assays
Excellent communication skills across broad audiences
Ability to work effectively within internal, external and cross-functional teams

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.

\nCompany Description

Synectics is a leading staffing and workforce solutions company dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with top organizations. We specialize in IT, engineering, finance, healthcare, and professional services recruitment, offering both contract and permanent staffing solutions. With a people-first approach, we focus on understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates to create long-term, successful matches. Our mission is to empower businesses with the right talent while helping professionals achieve rewarding career opportunities