Research Associate II

Research Associate IIA 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 Description• Individual will be responsible for the conception and implementation of enzymatic and cell based assays for the characterization of a small molecule therapeutic currently in preclinical development.• Experience with the following techniques are required: mammalian cell culture, ELISA, enzyme activity assays, cell based assays, reporter assays (such as luciferase) and cell signaling assays (for example, calcium flux or kinase phosphorylation/activation).• Assay development and trouble-shooting skills are a must.• Candidate must have a background in one or more of the following fields: cell biology, immunology, molecular biology, biochemistry, enzymology.• Educational requirements: BS degree with at least 7-10 years of laboratory experience.• Prior experience in industry is strongly preferred.• Prior experience in handling of/assay development for small molecular therapeutics is highly desirable.