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Scientist

Synectics Inc
locationSouth San Francisco, CA, USA
PublishedPublished: 6/14/2022
Science
Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description:

  • The Precision Medicine Pathology team at client drives the scientific strategy for translational tissue-based biomarker development & discovery target validation/MOA projects, leads pathology collaborative programs, conducts histopathological evaluation & analysis of IHC & spatial biology technologies, and provides technical/scientific leadership to histotechnicians & pathology scientists.

  • Maintaining spatial biology lab equipment (PhenoCycler Fusion, CosMx SMI)

  • Organizing and managing spatial biology reagent inventory

  • Ordering reagents and tracking orders

  • Supporting spatial biology experiments

  • Learning and supporting spatial proteomics and transcriptomics data analysis

  • 60-70% of role is wet lab based work

  • Work involves clinical trial / clinical patient samples

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field, with 1-2 years of lab experience in academic or industry setting

  • Highly organized

  • Ability to multi-task and manage multiple assignments

  • Experience in quantitative digital pathology analysis platforms such as Halo, Visiopharm, QuPath is preferred but not required

  • Knowledge of Python and R is preferred

  • Familiarity with spatial data analysis is preferred

  • Molecular biology and wet lab experience

  • Assay development (cell-based assays preferred)

  • Close familiarity with tissue microscopic anatomy and histology (normal and diseased) is a plus

  • Excellent verbal communication skills are required including the demonstrated ability to effectively and clearly summarize results for presentation and report generation

  • Strong motivation, attention to detail, ability to think independently and fully integrate into a high achieving team environment

  • Familiarity with spatial biology and histopathology workflows, assist with spatial biology experiments and oversee the upkeep of spatial biology lab.

  • Experience with cell culture, in vitro systems, and sample processing

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.

Company DescriptionSynectics is a leading staffing and workforce solutions company dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with top organizations. We specialize in IT, engineering, finance, healthcare, and professional services recruitment, offering both contract and permanent staffing solutions. With a people-first approach, we focus on understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates to create long-term, successful matches. Our mission is to empower businesses with the right talent while helping professionals achieve rewarding career opportunities

Company Description

Synectics is a leading staffing and workforce solutions company dedicated to connecting exceptional talent with top organizations. We specialize in IT, engineering, finance, healthcare, and professional services recruitment, offering both contract and permanent staffing solutions. With a people-first approach, we focus on understanding the unique needs of our clients and candidates to create long-term, successful matches. Our mission is to empower businesses with the right talent while helping professionals achieve rewarding career opportunities

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