Job Description
Job Description
Job Description:
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We are seeking a highly motivated purification scientist to be a part of the Protein Sciences group (Biotherapeutics and Genetic Medicine department) who will contribute to Biologics research projects.
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This scientist will work independently as well as part of teams to purify proteins in support of drug discovery.
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The successful candidate will demonstrate scientific excellence, a strong work ethic, and dedication to team/project goals.
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Develop protocols to purify proteins using AC, IEX, and SEC chromatography.
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Work with AKTA FPLC systems to purify proteins.
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Maintain a high level of productivity in the lab.
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Effectively coordinate with colleagues and research teams.
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Contribute to experimental design and process optimization.
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Read and apply relevant scientific literature to improving protocols.
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Effectively communicate research progress through oral presentations and written documentation.
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Keep accurate, detailed, and timely records of laboratory work.
Qualifications:
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BS and 3-5 years of relevant experience; MS and 2+ years of relevant experience or a recent PhD.
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Strong laboratory skills, effective documentation skills and the ability to present data clearly are necessary.
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Candidates should have experience in purification of proteins from E. coli, insect, and human cell culture systems.
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Experience with high throughput purification a plus.
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Experience with protein analysis: SDS-PAGE, western blot, and analytic SEC.
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Experience in expression construct design and structural work is beneficial.
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Experience in research and development of protein therapeutics is a plus.
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.