Research Technician (Cell and Molecular Biology)

Job Description

Job Description

Description

Seeking a highly motivated research technician to work independently and collaboratively with other scientists on projects involving human-induced pluripotent stem cell (hiPSC) reprogramming, cell differentiation, CRISPR editing, high-throughput functional screening, and a variety of molecular biology experiments in the wet lab.

Performing time-sensitive experiments and supporting extended hiPSC differentiation protocols, both of which require daily attention to detail. The applicant is expected to :

Conduct routine experimental protocols and procedures in the wet lab.

Maintain tissue culture, including stem cells and stem cell-derived cells.

Accurately record experimental setups, SOP protocols, and data quality control.

Maintain efficient and continuous communication with the manager and team members.

Support team members with routine cell culture procedures, including media preparation and reagent aliquoting.

Conduct molecular and cell biology experiments such as qRT-PCR, immunofluorescence, and Western blot analyses.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or master's degree in biochemistry or molecular cell biology, with at least three years of hands-on laboratory experience.

Trained and experienced in using aseptic techniques in a laminar flow biosafety cabinet.

Significant cell culture expertise, including maintenance, freezing, thawing, and passaging.

Proficiency in biochemical assays such as Western blot, immunofluorescence, and flow cytometry.

Skilled in molecular biology techniques such as RNA extraction, cDNA synthesis, and RT-qPCR.

Knowledge of serial dilution and calculation of solution concentration.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Organized in planning long experimental protocols that may sometimes require working on weekends.

Nice to have experience with culturing human iPSC and differentiating iPSC into brain cell types.

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.