Molecular Biology/Tissue Culture Lab Associate

Artech is the 10th Largest IT Staffing Company in the US, according to Staffing Industry Analysts' 2012 annual report. Artech provides technical expertise to fill gaps in clients' immediate skill-sets availability, deliver emerging technology skill-sets, refresh existing skill base, allow for flexibility in project planning and execution phases, and provide budgeting/financial flexibility by offering contingent labor as a variable cost. Applies the techniques of molecular and cellular biology, including analysis of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) ribonucleic acid (RNA) and proteins to the discovery of drugs, development of drugs and/or to help identify molecular targets that play a key role in a particular disease process. The role will have a heavy emphasis on mammalian tissue culture techniques and banking of cell lines. Uses state-of-the-art techniques to screen cancer cell lines in an effort to Client therapeutic and/or diagnostic bioproducts or to make such substances available as tools for other research projects. Conducts research in such areas as molecular genetics, gene cloning, gene expression, host vector systems and/or cell biology. Requires an understanding of one or more of the following: molecular biology, biochemistry, microbiology, cell biology,and/or virology. Multi-tasking and organizational skills at the bench a must. Bachelor s degree with relevant work experience or Master s degree with lab experience. Best Regards, Akriti Gupta (973) 967-3409 Morristown, NJ 07960