Biology Scientist; In Vitro

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.

• Screening support to produce ADME in vitro data in support of driving discovery efforts within Company’s WRD.
• The position includes performing biological assays using automation technologies to generate ADME endpoint data.
• Additionally, bio analytical analysis of this data will be a key aspect of the role. The position is in a highly matrixed group and teamwork is essential.
• Essential Duties and Responsibilities: ADME Assays:
  Perform biological incubations with test compounds in plate formats with ADME-specific reagents and liquid handling equipment.
• Takes raw analytical results and determines ADME endpoint data using IT systems.
• Other Duties:
  Cell culturing, reagent bank support (inventory, and fulfilling orders), lab infrastructure maintenance.

Minimum Background and

Experience:

• Educational background:
  Bachelor degree or equivalent in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or related disciplines.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills required.
• Experience with automated liquid handling systems a plus, but not required.
• Experience in an industrial lab where data is produced on a recurring basis is a plus, but not required.