Internship Research Associate, Proteomics

Monte Rosa Therapeutics is seeking passionate Internship Research Associate to help us to eliminate disease causing proteins through targeted protein degradation –a novel and exciting way of drugging proteins that until recently were considered un-druggable . The candidates will gain hands-on experience within a particular area of interest in an early-stage drug discovery environment. You will work with an industry leader who will direct and mentor you on your project, expose you to other drug discovery projects and involve you in solving complex biological questions. You will be joining a diverse, thoughtful, fun, and collaborative environment that emphasizes teamwork and putting people first!

If you have an interest in any of the following areas noted below, we will give your hands on educational experience within a high paced Drug discovery environment.

Responsibilities

Independently maintaining cancer cell lines in culture, e.g. splitting cells

Performing cell treatments and sample collection

Learn end execute sample preparation for LC-MS (i.e. protein digestion, TMT labeling, peptide fractionation, and instruments measurement)

Data Analysis and Interpretation

Documentation and Reporting

Attend and present your data at team and project meetings.

Qualifications

Our preference is for a student currently in a Bachelor or Master degree (or equivalent) program in Molecular and Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or a life science.

Scientific desire to learn the most advanced approaches to drug discovery.

Biochemistry and Cell Biology centric individuals should have previous documented hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture, and preferably biochemical techniques (e.g., Western Blot).

Enjoys working in a team-based environment.

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