Associate Scientist I

A Few Words About Us Integrated Resources, Inc is a premier staffing firm recognized as one of the tri-states most well-respected professional specialty firms. IRI has built its reputation on excellent service and integrity since its inception in 1996. Our mission centers on delivering only the best quality talent, the first time and every time. We provide quality resources in four specialty areas: Information Technology (IT), Clinical Research, Rehabilitation Therapy and Nursing. Our Client is seeking an independent and motivated Associate Scientist to join the Genetics and Genomics Core Laboratory (GGCL). The GGCL is a state of the art facility responsible for providing Research and Development teams with guidance on experiment design, expertise on technology platform choice, and high quality genomics data to support drug development programs. The successful candidate will utilize Next Generation Sequencing, High Throughput Microarray and High Throughput QPCR platforms to provide high quality data to support drug development programs. The position requires excellent attention to detail and willingness to work effectively in a fast paced, highly collaborative research environment.  Responsibilities:  • Utilizes automated methods to support genomics workflows including HTQPCR, Microarray, and Next Generation Sequencing  • Keep abreast of, and use, state-of-the-art genomics technologies  • Utilizes Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to collect and track genomics workflow data  • Work with team leaders to troubleshoot and resolve issues that arise with liquid handling, instrumentation, and laboratory automation platforms  Skills:  • Automated and manual nucleic acid extraction and quantitation, especially RNA  • Excellent hands on experience using molecular biology methodologies  • Hands-on experience utilizing Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS)  • Excellent teamwork skills in liaising with core scientists.  • Ability to collaborate and work with others in a matrix environment  • Experience with Illumina sequencing, Affymetrix microarray, and Fluidigm HTQPCR are a plus  Education: BS/MS in Biology or related field with at least 2 years of academic and/or industry experience Archana Melwani Clinical Recruiter Integrated Resources, Inc IT REHAB CLINICAL NURSING Inc. 5000 – 2007-2014 (8th Year) Certified MBE I GSA - Schedule 66 I GSA - Schedule 621I I GSA - Schedule 70 Tel: 732-549-2030 x130 Direct: 732-429-1853 Fax: 732-549-5549 Gold Seal JCAHO Certified ™ for Health Care Staffing “INC 5000’s FASTEST GROWING, PRIVATELY HELD COMPANIES” (8th Year