Hello,

 

May the pouch of your Holiday Wombat overflow with presents!

 

I would like to draw your attention to a summer internship in our lab at Monsanto. If you are an interested student, or know someone who may be interested - please apply using http://www.monsanto.com/careers/opportunities/ and the requisition number "000W8". Feel free to drop me a note if you have any questions - however in order to actually apply you *must* use the web site.

 

Full description follows at the end of this email. I only wish that we had more of these internships available!

 

Artem

 

Protein Science Intern (St. Louis, MO)-000W8

Job Description

We currently have an opening for a Summer Intern in Structural Biology and protein biochemistry. This is an excellent opportunity for a fledgling scientist to work on challenging projects and to learn advanced skills in protein expression, purification, and crystallization. Working under the guidance of a research scientist the prospective candidate will be given an opportunity to contribute his/her work towards an important project related to Monsanto's agricultural technologies. The opportunity to publish results in a peer-reviewed journal may also become available. The duration of the appointment is structured to last 8-10 weeks with 40 hr per week commitment during the Summer months of 2010. This position will be located at Monsanto Chesterfield facility in St. Louis.
 
Responsibilities
 
·       Design and perform complex molecular biology and biochemistry experiments under close supervision of a senior scientist
·       Study pertinent scientific literature and apply the knowledge to experimental design
·       Participate in the writing of reports and other documents as appropriate
·       Present research findings to the Structural Biology team at the end of the assignment
·       Document research in accordance with Monsanto record-keeping policies
·       Comply with all relevant safety practices
 

Qualifications

 
Required skills/experience
 
·       A creative and flexible approach to work
·       The desire to excel in a biology-related scientific discipline
·       Two or more completed years of college with a demonstrated intent to pursue graduate studies in a biology-related arena
·       Completed basic biology, chemistry, biochemistry coursework
·       Practical understanding of the basis of biological science
·       Good basic wet lab skills
·       Good basic computer skills
·       Basic record-keeping skills
 
Desired skills/experience
 
·       Demonstrated skills in basic experimental design
·       Practical experience with cloning and expression of recombinant proteins
·       Exposure to advanced laboratory skills
·       Basic understanding of the elements of protein structure