Scientist

Description :

• Seeking a highly motivated flow cytometry scientist to join theFlow Lab team in managing the day-to-day activities of the Flow Cytometry Core Lab.
• Work closely with multiple principal investigators, pathologists, and clinical research scientists to ensure accurate, relevant, and reproducible data.
• Be responsible for day-to-day flow cytometer instruments operation and lab organization.
• Implement routine QC and maintenance procedures on a regularly basis.
• Perform instrument troubleshooting when needed.
• Maintain and document daily Core activities.
• Adhere to implemented electronic record keeping, and data management systems.
• Work as part of a highly collaborative team.
• Conduct laboratory experiments to characterize and optimize flow cytometric assays.
• Provide advanced technical skills in the application of flow cytometry/cell sorting technologies to solve research problems to advance Discovery, Translational, and Clinical research pipeline in Oncology.
• Independently and consistently execute highly complex sorting experiments, while maintaining a clean and aseptic cell sorting environment.
• Design, optimize, and execute high-parameter flow cytometry experiments following the best practices of the field.
• Develop and deliver scientific reports in the form of oral presentation and writing.
• Consult and train researchers in operation of flow cytometry analyzers, cell sorters, and data analysis.
• Aid development of new flow cytometry experimental assays, execution, and data interpretation.
• Maintain an advanced level of scientific knowledge and keep up with current developments and trends in the field of flow cytometry.
• Opportunity for collaborative work with other groups across scientific disciplines; maintain close communication with cross-functional teams to plan and execute assays in flow cytometry-related research projects.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in biology or related field with 2 years (BS), or 1+ years (MS) of pharmaceutical and/or relevant experience.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, detail oriented and multitasking capabilities.
• Previous cell and molecular biology research laboratory experience.
• Knowledge of lab safety procedures and requirements, and waste disposal guidelines.
• Maintain detailed and organized experimental records.
• Ability to conduct and report on scientific experiments and findings.
• Ability to safely handle potentially biohazardous materials.
• Some light lifting (20L) on a regular basis.
• Requires advanced technical expertise and the ability to provide highly complex multi-parameter flow cytometry and multi-dimensional sorting support to Discovery, Translational, and Clinical research in Oncology.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of flow cytometry experience in a Core facility or Shared Resource environment.
• Hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting flow cytometers, both hardware and software.
• Technical skills in performing multiparameter flow cytometry and analyzing the data.
• Technical skills in cell culturing, working in aseptic conditions, sample preparation and cell staining.
• Demonstrated expertise in developing and optimizing cell-based assays.
• Work independently and multitask under fixed timelines.
• Agile and adaptable to contribute on various projects outside of his/her own and collaborate with partners from all relevant functions.
• Proactively support the team by being a team player and foster strong cross-team and cross-functional collaborations.
• Prior experience with various flow cytometry instruments: BD, Cytek, Beckman Coulter, Sony, BioRad.
• Prior experience with various flow cytometric analytical software including: FACSDiva, SpectroFlo, NxT, Everest, FlowJo, FCS Express, OMIQ.
• Cytometry Certification SCYM(ASCP)CM
• Prior experience in Customer service activities.

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.