Molecular Biologist Scientist

Molecular Biologist ScientistA 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.Job DescriptionCellular therapeutics, such as chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) based T-cells, are demonstrating tremendous promise in oncology. This position will be part of this nascent group to help propel into this avenue of exciting research and address unmet medical needs.Responsibilities-This scientist will be involved in establishing methodologies, i.e. culturing and activating primary T-cells, enriching T-cell populations, viral transductions and electroporation of primary cells, to generate CAR T-cells.He/she will also be involved in managing daily lab operations to assist other scientists with adequate resources.We seek a highly motivated and proactive individual able to work collaboratively in a team-based environment.Qualifications• BS and 5+ years of experience or MS and 3+ years of experience in an academic and/or industrial setting.• Knowledge and experience of modern laboratory methodology in cellular and molecular biology.• Knowledge and hands-on experience in T-cell culture and in vitro assay development is desirable.• Knowledge and experience with viral based systems (lentivirus, adenovirus, or murine retrovirus) to optimize transduction of cell-lines and primary cells.• Knowledge and experience in genome engineering (zinc fingers, TALEN, or CRISPR) is preferred.• Excellent written, oral communication skills.• 4-7 years of experience in Biochemical Techniques• 4-7 years of experience in Cell/Tissue Culture Techniques