Consultant

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

A career here is life-enhancing.

At Syner-G we enable our people to build careers that impact positively on their quality of life. Through our expertise insight consulting and management skills we accelerate breakthrough science and delivery of life-enhancing therapies to more patients. We work across a diverse range of clients and projects supporting many organizations from the most critical phases of the drug discovery and approval process through to commercialization. It is meaningful varied and thought-provoking work with a strategic emphasis a solutions-driven approach and significant real-world outcomes from science to delivery/success.

Underpinning this mission is a culture that aligns perfectly with what we want to achieve. We enable our people to grow we support them in their learning and we reward them in so many different return they play an instrumental role in maintaining our reputation across the globe as a strategic biopharma product development and delivery partner.

Syner-G was recently honored with BioSpaces prestigious Best Places to Work 2026 award for the third consecutive year along with many other award-winning programs to make a career here truly life-enhancing. These recognitions are a testament to our commitment to fostering a positive and engaging work environment for our employees with a particular emphasis on culture career growth and development opportunities financial rewards leadership and innovation.

At Syner-G we recognize that our team members are our most valuable asset. Join us in shaping the future where your talents are valued and your contributions make a meaningful impact.

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POSITION OVERVIEW:

Syner-G is seeking a Consultant to support core technical operations within the Cell Line Development (CLD) group. This role is designed for an earlycareer scientific professional interested in combining handson laboratory execution with longterm 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.

WORK LOCATION:

This position is based in Southern California. Relocation may be required depending on candidate location and project needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

(This list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented or adjusted as necessary.)

• Maintain expand and bank mammalian cell lines (e.g. CHO HEK293) using aseptic techniques in a BSL2 environment.
• Execute stable and transient transfections and perform selection strategies to generate hightiter production pools.
• Conduct singlecell 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.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent the education experience skills knowledge and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education:

• MS or PhD in Biotechnology Molecular Biology Chemical Engineering or a related biological science.

Technical Experience:

• MS candidates: 25 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• PhD candidates: 03 years of relevant laboratory experience.
• Demonstrated competency in aseptic mammalian cell culture and basic molecular biology techniques (e.g. DNA preparation PCR).
• Experience working in a BSL2 laboratory environment is preferred.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Strong technical skills in mammalian cell culture and analytical characterization methods.
• Ability to maintain highquality documentation and adhere to data integrity standards.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fastpaced laboratory environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with crossfunctional scientific teams.
• Strong communication skills and interest in developing broader project management and consulting capabilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here represent those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

The role requires regular use of laboratory equipment pipetting and extended periods of standing during experimental procedures. The position may require lifting up to 25 pounds and working within biosafety cabinets. Close vision and the ability to adjust focus are necessary for laboratory work and documentation review.

Work Environment:

The work environment includes laboratory settings requiring PPE and adherence to BSL2 safety standards. Laboratory environments may involve exposure to biological materials chemicals and equipment. Officebased work will involve standard computer use and moderate noise levels.

TOTAL REWARDS PROGRAM:

We define total rewards as compensation benefits remote work/flexibility development recognition and our culture with programs that support each of our reward pillars. This position includes a competitive base salary comprehensive benefits and a structured professional development program designed to support longterm career growth.

COMPENSATION:

The expected salary for this position is approximately $100000. Actual pay will be determined based on experience qualifications geographic location and other jobrelated factors permitted by law.

Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a position at SynerG. At this time SynerG is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

LEGAL STATEMENT:

Syner-G is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers. All employment decisions including the recruiting hiring placement training availability promotion compensation evaluation disciplinary actions and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employees race color creed religion sex pregnancy or childbirth personal appearance family responsibilities sexual orientation or preference gender identity political affiliation source of income place of residence national or ethnic origin ancestry age marital status military veteran status unfavorable discharge from military service physical or mental disability or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Syner-G is an E-Verify employer.