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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