Friends, Our sister group (Biochemistry & Mode Of Action) has an opening (attached below).
Please use the web site to apply directly - this is the only way your application will receive due consideration. http://www.monsanto.com/careers/pages/default.aspx job code *00vit* Artem - Cosmic Cats approve of this message Research Scientist - Protein Biochemist (St. Louis, MO)-00VIT Monsanto develops new proteins that deliver crop protection from insects, crop tolerance to herbicides, enhanced yield, stress and disease tolerance as cutting edge and multi-disciplinary endeavors. Monsanto is providing the opportunity to a PhD level scientist to contribute toward the design and understanding of protein function, biophysical properties, and structure, in support of development of these new traits. The ideal candidate should be a team oriented self-starter adept at integrating information from a wide variety of sources, and one with a passion for using their skills to drive new discoveries at the interfaces of biochemistry, entomology, and/or plant biology. The top candidate will demonstrate strong analytical skills and proficiency with mass spectrometry of proteins and/or small molecules, development of protein functional assays, a strong understanding of protein-protein interactions, and methods to discover new interacting partners. *Required Education & Skills:* • Minimum of a PhD in a related discipline • Demonstrated experience in protein functional characterization and/or enzymology • Experience characterizing protein-protein or protein-nucleic acid interactions • Experience with mass spectrometry • Understanding of basic kinetic methods • Basic molecular biology skills • Experience with protein expression and conventional purification • Excellent experimental design, communication, and organizational skills *Desired Education & Skills:* • Experience with pore forming protein toxin biochemistry • Experience with protein modeling and solving protein structures Monsanto is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse combination of ideas, perspectives and cultures. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
