Scientist

Synectics Inc.; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Synectics Inc. is seeking an Associate Scientist II to provide hands-on histology support for regenerative medicine research.

You will work with scientists and cross-functional partners to plan and execute histology workflows, including human and porcine acellular matrices, and assess tissue responses in non-clinical studies. The role involves independent routine histology procedures, IHC, special stains, and responsibilities across the full life cycle from preconcept activities to product

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2-4 years of relevant experience or Master's with 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience with routine histology procedures, including tissue trimming, embedding, microtomy, sectioning, staining, and slide preparation.
• Experience operating histology equipment such as tissue processors and automated staining systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute histology workflows for regenerative medicine prototypes.
• Perform tissue trimming, embedding, microtomy, and slide preparation.
• Carry out immunohistochemistry, special stains, and other pathology procedures per protocols.
• Prepare, label, and track tissue blocks, slides, and other materials.
• Operate histology equipment and coordinate maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Maintain accurate lab records and sample-tracking information.
• Support inventory management, purchasing, and lab organization.
• Collaborate with pathologists, scientists, and external CROs to support studies.

Skills

Histology

Immunohistochemistry

Microtomy

Tissue Processing

Slide Preparation

Quality Control

Laboratory Safety

Education

Bachelor's degree (2–4 years experience)

Master's degree (0–2 years)

Tools

Leica Bond RX

Automated staining systems

Tissue processors

Job description

• The Regenerative Medicine group within Local Delivery Translational Sciences (LDTS) at advances tissue-regeneration solutions for soft tissue repair across the product development life cycle.
• Leveraging expertise in tissue-regeneration and acellular tissue-matrix technologies, the group supports current and develops future regenerative medicine products to address unmet therapeutic and aesthetic needs in plastic and general surgery.
• The Associate Scientist II is an experienced laboratory professional who provides hands-on histology support for regenerative medicine research, from preconcept activities through product development and product performance evaluations.
• Working with regenerative medicine scientists, pathologists, and cross-functional partners, the role plans and executes histology workflows that characterize product prototypes, including human and porcine derived acellular matrices and biomaterials, as well as tissue responses to those prototypes in non-clinical studies.
• Key activities include processing, embedding, microtomy, routine and special staining, immunohistochemistry, slide quality review, imaging, and digital image analysis, as applicable.
• As a member of a collaborative team, the successful candidate will apply strong histology expertise, experimental skills, attention to detail, and sound scientific judgment to generate reliable, reproducible histology slides / data and support timely study execution.
• Independently perform routine histology procedures, including tissue trimming, embedding, microtomy, slide preparation, staining, and cover slipping.
• Perform or assist with immunohistochemistry (IHC), special stains, and other pathology laboratory procedures according to established protocols.
• Prepare, label, organize, track, archive, package, ship, and receive tissue blocks, slides, biological specimens, and other study-related materials.
• Operate histology equipment, including tissue processors and automated staining systems, and coordinate routine maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting activities.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, sample-tracking information, equipment documentation, and study-related documentation.
• Support laboratory operations through inventory management, purchasing and stocking supplies, coordinating equipment service, and maintaining organized work areas.
• Coordinate pathology materials and work schedules with pathologists, scientists, external contract research organizations (CROs), and colleagues at other sites.
• Follow laboratory safety policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality procedures, and applicable compliance requirements.
• Maintain awareness of current histology technologies and contribute to laboratory efficiency and continuous-improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate effectively with pathologists, scientists, and laboratory staff to support study execution and departmental objectives.
• Provide technical guidance or hands-on support to less experienced colleagues as assigned.

• The Regenerative Medicine group within Local Delivery Translational Sciences (LDTS) at advances tissue-regeneration solutions for soft tissue repair across the product development life cycle.
• Leveraging expertise in tissue-regeneration and acellular tissue-matrix technologies, the group supports current and develops future regenerative medicine products to address unmet therapeutic and aesthetic needs in plastic and general surgery.
• The Associate Scientist II is an experienced laboratory professional who provides hands-on histology support for regenerative medicine research, from preconcept activities through product development and product performance evaluations.
• Working with regenerative medicine scientists, pathologists, and cross-functional partners, the role plans and executes histology workflows that characterize product prototypes, including human and porcine derived acellular matrices and biomaterials, as well as tissue responses to those prototypes in non-clinical studies.
• Key activities include processing, embedding, microtomy, routine and special staining, immunohistochemistry, slide quality review, imaging, and digital image analysis, as applicable.
• As a member of a collaborative team, the successful candidate will apply strong histology expertise, experimental skills, attention to detail, and sound scientific judgment to generate reliable, reproducible histology slides / data and support timely study execution.
• Independently perform routine histology procedures, including tissue trimming, embedding, microtomy, slide preparation, staining, and cover slipping.
• Perform or assist with immunohistochemistry (IHC), special stains, and other pathology laboratory procedures according to established protocols.
• Prepare, label, organize, track, archive, package, ship, and receive tissue blocks, slides, biological specimens, and other study-related materials.
• Operate histology equipment, including tissue processors and automated staining systems, and coordinate routine maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting activities.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, sample-tracking information, equipment documentation, and study-related documentation.
• Support laboratory operations through inventory management, purchasing and stocking supplies, coordinating equipment service, and maintaining organized work areas.
• Coordinate pathology materials and work schedules with pathologists, scientists, external contract research organizations (CROs), and colleagues at other sites.
• Follow laboratory safety policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality procedures, and applicable compliance requirements.
• Maintain awareness of current histology technologies and contribute to laboratory efficiency and continuous-improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate effectively with pathologists, scientists, and laboratory staff to support study execution and departmental objectives.
• Provide technical guidance or hands-on support to less experienced colleagues as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2-4 years of relevant experience, a master's degree with 0-2 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Hands-on experience with routine histology procedures, including tissue trimming, embedding, microtomy, sectioning, staining, and slide preparation.
• Experience operating and maintaining histology equipment, such as tissue processors and automated staining systems.
• Experience packaging, shipping, receiving, and tracking histology specimens and materials.
• Ability to independently manage assigned laboratory activities with minimal supervision while collaborating effectively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, communication skills, and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, follow established procedures, trouble-shooting, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Routine histology procedures, including tissue trimming, embedding, microtomy, slide preparation, staining, and cover slipping.
• Perform or assist with immunohistochemistry (IHC), special stains

Preferred

• Experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, contract research, or related life-sciences industry.
• Hands-on experience with acellular tissue matrix and animal explant histology.
• Experience with immunohistochemistry (IHC) method development and automated platforms such as the Leica Bond RX.
• Experience with special staining methods, such as Trichrome, PSR stains.
• Experience with digital pathology and whole-slide imaging systems.
• ASCP Histotechnician (HT) or Histotechnologist (HTL) certification.

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 of the month following at least 1 calendar year after employment begins.

Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.