Bench Scientist

- Description:
- The successful candidate will play a key role in generating and analyzing binding kinetics data that directly informs critical drug discovery decisions.
- This role is ideal for a scientist who enjoys hands-on laboratory work, thrives in a fast-paced research environment, and possesses strong analytical and communication skills.
- As a member of a specialized analytical sciences team, you will support multiple drug discovery programs by performing ligand-receptor and antibody binding characterization studies using industry-leading platforms such as Biacore, Octet, and Carterra.
- You will work closely with project teams across to design experiments, execute assays, analyze data, and communicate findings that advance therapeutic development efforts.
- The position provides mentorship, training, and exposure to a diverse range of molecules, modalities, and technologies while offering the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to projects from early discovery through later-stage development.
- Perform binding characterization and kinetic analyses using:

- Biacore (SPR)
- Octet (BLI)
- Carterra platforms



- Design, execute, and troubleshoot binding assays and analytical experiments.
- Analyze experimental data and generate high-quality reports and presentations.
- Interpret results and effectively communicate scientific findings to cross-functional project teams.
- Support multiple therapeutic programs simultaneously while managing changing priorities.
- Collaborate with scientists across research, discovery, and development organizations.
- Maintain accurate laboratory records and documentation.
- Participate in scientific discussions, project meetings, and data review sessions.
- Assist with automation-enabled laboratory workflows and high-throughput analytical processes.
- Learn and apply new technologies and methodologies as project needs evolve.



Qualifications





- Bachelor's degree in:

- Biology
- Biochemistry
- Biophysics
- Molecular Biology
- Biotechnology
- Life Sciences



- Or a related scientific discipline
- Minimum 2-3 years of relevant laboratory experience OR;
- Master's degree with laboratory experience through industry, academic research, internships, or co-op programs.
- Hands-on laboratory experience in biological, biochemical, or biophysical research environments.
- Experience conducting and documenting laboratory experiments.
- Strong understanding of assay execution, data generation, and scientific reporting.
- Ability to work independently after training while maintaining high-quality scientific standards.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.



Preferred Qualifications





- Experience with:
- Biacore (Surface Plasmon Resonance)
- Octet (Bio-Layer Interferometry)
- Carterra platforms
- Binding kinetics analysis
- Ligand-receptor interaction studies
- Antibody characterization
- Protein characterization assays
- Experience using laboratory automation systems or automated workflows.
- Exposure to drug discovery or biopharmaceutical research environments.
- Experience presenting scientific data to project teams and stakeholders.





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.