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Intern - Scientific Support (Do you know anti-bodies?) (Cambridge, MA - Kendall Sq)


Date: 2009-11-05, 3:13PM EST
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Abcam is a rapidly growing business, specializing in the production and sale of antibodies and related products. We are a web-based business, with offices in Cambridge, UK, Cambridge, USA, Tokyo, Japan and Hong Kong, China.

This would be a great opportunity for a student to learn about antibodies and their use in research. The student will learn while gaining experience by speaking to scientists of varied backgrounds, and contribute to the team by working on projects.

Duties:

Reporting & Planning

  • Complete a long-term research project over the span of the internship
  • Become familiar with BLAST searches, SwissProt, ExPASy, and other protein databases
  • Develop a basic understanding of antibodies and their use in research
  • Help with Antibody Training for office
  • Participate in weekly Scientific Support (Sci Sup) meetings to discuss policies, receive updates from others on the team, and give input on departmental decisions
  • Meet with each member of the Sci Sup team to learn about their education/employment experiences, what led them to choosing a non-bench position in science, and how they chose Abcam for their career
  • Cross train with Business Development and Marketing (time permitting)

    Operational

  • Speak with other scientists by taking Customer Service (CS) Level 2 calls, first with a member of the CS team then independently
  • Learn how to troubleshoot experimental problems by answering customer questions and complaints, first with a member of the Sci Sup team then independently
  • Publish Abreviews, first with a member of the Sci Sup team then independently

    Summary of Job Requirements

  • Essential - Currently enrolled in a degree program toward a BS in a life sciences field. Student must be in either Junior or Senior Year
  • Desired – A minimum of 2 classes in a laboratory course within area of concentration or research lab experience
  • Problem solving skills
  • Extensive experience and comfort using computers, working knowledge of Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook

    Our culture is one that empowers individuals, with responsibility given at an early stage. We place great emphasis on knowledge and experience. The working environment is fun but intense, with everybody working together as a team to deliver great service and the best products to our customers.

    To apply please go to www.abcam.com/careers too upload your resume and cover letter.



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