Associate Consultant I

Syner-G • Los Angeles, CA

15d • $100,000 - $100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Syner-G is seeking an Associate Consultant to support core technical operations within the Cell Line Development (CLD) group. This role is designed for an early‑career scientific professional interested in combining hands‑on laboratory execution with long‑term development toward strategic life sciences consulting. The Associate Consultant will contribute to the engineering, selection, and characterization of mammalian expression systems while participating in a structured professional development program intended to prepare the individual for a future consulting transition.

Requirements

• MS or PhD in Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, or a related biological science.
• MS candidates: 2–5 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• PhD candidates: 0–3 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Demonstrated competency in aseptic mammalian cell culture and basic molecular biology techniques (e.g., DNA preparation, PCR).
• Strong technical skills in mammalian cell culture and analytical characterization methods.
• Ability to maintain high‑quality documentation and adhere to data integrity standards.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced laboratory environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional scientific teams.
• Strong communication skills and interest in developing broader project management and consulting capabilities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a BSL‑2 laboratory environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, expand, and bank mammalian cell lines (e.g., CHO, HEK293) using aseptic techniques in a BSL‑2 environment.
• Execute stable and transient transfections and perform selection strategies to generate high‑titer production pools.
• Conduct single‑cell cloning using automated platforms (e.g., Solentim, Beacon) or traditional limiting dilution methods to ensure monoclonality.
• Perform analytical assays such as ELISA, biolayer interferometry (Octet), and flow cytometry to assess protein productivity and quality attributes.
• Maintain rigorous data integrity through comprehensive Electronic Laboratory Notebook (ELN) documentation and contributions to technical reports and SOPs.
• Collaborate with Upstream and Downstream Process Development teams to support seamless transfer of lead candidates.

Benefits

• This position includes a competitive base salary, comprehensive benefits, and a structured professional development program designed to support long‑term career growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees