Synectics
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Scientific Content Developer
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Synectics Inc.
This is a 6-month contract to spearhead a critical R&D initiative. The role focuses on creating an internal playbook that documents cutting-edge scientific methodologies to advance complex R&D programs and accelerate delivery of new medicines to patients. Responsibilities
We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Scientific Content Developer for a 6-month contract to spearhead a critical R&D initiative. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating an internal playbooka comprehensive guide that documents our cutting-edge scientific methodologies for advancing complex R&D programs. This role is essential for capturing and codifying institutional knowledge, ensuring that our innovative approaches can be scaled and applied consistently across our scientific teams to accelerate the delivery of new medicines to patients. Collaborate closely with subject matter experts across diverse R&D functions, including wet lab biology, computational biology, clinical development, and safety assessment. Conduct structured interviews with our scientists and project teams to deeply understand and document their established processes and key decision-making frameworks. Synthesize complex information from a variety of sources, including internal presentations, research documents, and scientific literature, into clear and accessible content. Author well-structured, concise, and actionable content that serves as a practical guide for scientific teams. Organize the playbook into a logical, user-friendly format that is easy for scientists to navigate and apply to their own projects. (Preferred) Design and build the playbook as a dynamic, "living resource" on a digital platform such as SharePoint or Confluence to allow for easy updates and integration of supporting materials. Manage project timeline to ensure timely delivery of content chapters and incorporate feedback from scientific reviewers. Qualifications
Bachelors or Advanced degree in a life science discipline. PhD with peer publication reviews, abstracts, and poster presentations will be a good fit. 5 years of experience in technical writing, medical writing, or a similar scientific communications role within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry. Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex scientific concepts and processes into clear, well-structured documentation for a scientific audience. Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail, consistency, and accuracy. Broad understanding of the biopharma research and development process, from early discovery through clinical development. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interview subject matter experts, build rapport, and facilitate productive conversations. Self-motivated and able to work independently, with good project management skills to manage competing priorities. Demonstrated experience creating and managing content on a digital collaboration platform (e.g., SharePoint, Confluence, or similar wiki-based systems) preferred. Familiarity with therapeutic development in immunology preferred. 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. Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Contract Job function: Science Industries: Staffing and Recruiting Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Join to apply for the
Scientific Content Developer
role at
Synectics Inc.
This is a 6-month contract to spearhead a critical R&D initiative. The role focuses on creating an internal playbook that documents cutting-edge scientific methodologies to advance complex R&D programs and accelerate delivery of new medicines to patients. Responsibilities
We are seeking a talented and detail-oriented Scientific Content Developer for a 6-month contract to spearhead a critical R&D initiative. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating an internal playbooka comprehensive guide that documents our cutting-edge scientific methodologies for advancing complex R&D programs. This role is essential for capturing and codifying institutional knowledge, ensuring that our innovative approaches can be scaled and applied consistently across our scientific teams to accelerate the delivery of new medicines to patients. Collaborate closely with subject matter experts across diverse R&D functions, including wet lab biology, computational biology, clinical development, and safety assessment. Conduct structured interviews with our scientists and project teams to deeply understand and document their established processes and key decision-making frameworks. Synthesize complex information from a variety of sources, including internal presentations, research documents, and scientific literature, into clear and accessible content. Author well-structured, concise, and actionable content that serves as a practical guide for scientific teams. Organize the playbook into a logical, user-friendly format that is easy for scientists to navigate and apply to their own projects. (Preferred) Design and build the playbook as a dynamic, "living resource" on a digital platform such as SharePoint or Confluence to allow for easy updates and integration of supporting materials. Manage project timeline to ensure timely delivery of content chapters and incorporate feedback from scientific reviewers. Qualifications
Bachelors or Advanced degree in a life science discipline. PhD with peer publication reviews, abstracts, and poster presentations will be a good fit. 5 years of experience in technical writing, medical writing, or a similar scientific communications role within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry. Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex scientific concepts and processes into clear, well-structured documentation for a scientific audience. Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills with a keen eye for detail, consistency, and accuracy. Broad understanding of the biopharma research and development process, from early discovery through clinical development. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interview subject matter experts, build rapport, and facilitate productive conversations. Self-motivated and able to work independently, with good project management skills to manage competing priorities. Demonstrated experience creating and managing content on a digital collaboration platform (e.g., SharePoint, Confluence, or similar wiki-based systems) preferred. Familiarity with therapeutic development in immunology preferred. 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. Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Contract Job function: Science Industries: Staffing and Recruiting Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr