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This is an exciting and unique role where the applicant will have the opportunity to implement novel technology into biological and pharmaceutical products and processes.Drive implementation of new and rapid microbiology technologies that ensure data integrity, meet quality standards, and support regulatory submissions and delivery of quality medicines for patients.Design and execute method development and GMP validation for recombinant factor C endotoxin testing.Contribute to method development and method qualification.Perform laboratory operations to support and implementation of compliant, state of art methodology and instrumentation.Provide scientific understanding and analytical support for development of new test method, validation, and specifications.Support for scientific report writing and document revision.Provide analytical troubleshooting support for investigations which require non routine/specialized service.Support microbiology technology validation and implementation for testing pharmaceutical products and manufacturing environment.Provide validation and testing data for these new methods and technologies for internal advocacy and external regulatory submission.Facilitate method transfer, validation, and implementation of new microbiology technologies at secondary commercial sites.Work to GMP standards as appropriate.Follow safe Laboratory Practices, regular safety training, and maintain accurate and complete safety records consistent with company policy and legal requirements.
Qualifications :
BSc in Biological Sciences or related area; Microbiology, Biochemistry or a related subject.3+ years experience in working in research and/or analytical development and/or quality control functions.Experience and good working knowledge of method development, method validation/qualification.Experience with GMP laboratory operations.Strong team working skills, able to perform collaborative work across interdisciplinary groups.Strong desire to learn/scientific curiosity, with cross functional learning agility.Good organizational skills, ability to multitask and adapt to fast changing priorities and deadlines.Excellent verbal and written communication (English)Self-motivation.Expert Scientist in Quality Control MicrobiologyGood scientific understanding and analytical support for development of new test method, validation, and specifications.
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.

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