Lab Technician

Descriptions:

• This role combines hands-on manufacturing with process ownership, continuous improvement, and technical problem-solving.

• Execute upstream manufacturing processes including:

  • Fermentation

  • Solvent-based recovery

  • Multi-stage chemical synthesis

• Operate within a multi-step drug substance production process

• Prepare buffers and support in-house reagent production

• Own and execute assigned processes end-to-end (not shift hand-off based)

• Perform process monitoring, troubleshooting, and optimization

• Support:

  • Continuous improvement (CI) initiatives

  • Process qualifications and validation

  • Tech transfers and new product introductions

  • Author technical documentation, including:

  • Reports

  • SOPs

  • Batch records

  • Collaborate with engineering and cross-functional teams

  • Involves use of specialized PPE and handling of cytotoxic materials under strict safety protocols

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in: Biology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related field

• Strong understanding of scientific principles and laboratory/manufacturing practices

• Ability to learn complex processes and equipment

• Exposure to pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing

• Knowledge of GMP environments

• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills

• Entry-level or recent graduate (2-4 years' experience)

• Motivated to commit long-term (not short-term experience seekers)

• Comfortable with a non-routine, highly technical manufacturing environment

• Strong ownership mindset and adaptability

• Standard hours: ~8:00 AM - 4:30/5:00 PM

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.

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