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Carver Biotechnology Job Fair

October 22, 2009 Company Profiles

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Abbott welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. Visit our Website: www.abbott.com Levels Hired: BS, MS Majors Hired: Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Food Sciences Types of Positions Available: Quality Intern, Quality Professional Development Program

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Abbott Laboratories, Inc.
200 Abbott Park Road Abbott Park IL 60064 Ph: 847-936-7841 Fx: 847-937-9646 Chinwe N. Ukaegbu, Talent Acquisition Coordinator http://www.abbott.com We are a global, broad-based health care company devoted to discovering new medicines, new technologies and new ways to manage health. Our products span the continuum of care, from nutritional products and laboratory diagnostics through medical devices and pharmaceutical therapies. Our comprehensive line of products encircles life itselfaddressing important health needs from infancy to the golden years. Throughout our 120+ year history, Abbott people have been driven by a constant goal: to advance medical science to help people live healthier lives. It's part of our heritage. And, it continues to drive our work. Today, 68,000 Abbott employees around the world share the passion for "Turning Science Into Caring." It's a commitment to focusing on what matters most: life and the potential it holds when we are feeling our best. Abbott has sales, manufacturing, research and development, and distribution facilities around the world, close to where our customers need us to be. We are recognized for our global reach and our ability to serve our customers around the world. Abbott prides itself on being recognized as a good place to work because we strive to provide an environment that enables employees to succeed. We have received numerous local, national and international distinctions for our commitment to workplace excellence. Our programs range from award-winning health care benefits to a variety of convenience and wellness services and long-term retirement benefits. Our commitment to improving life extends to humanitarian causes. We recognize that as a leading provider of innovative health care products, we have a unique responsibility and opportunity to ensure people have access to themwhether they are among the poor and underprivileged or are the victims of natural disasters. We're determined to do our part through creative and varied social programs. The promise of our company is in the promise that our work holds for health and for life.

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Aerotek Scientific
1933 N. Meacham Schaumburg, IL 60173 Ph: 847-221-1357 Fx: 847-303-2370 Cherie Morris, Account Recruiting Manager cmorris@aerotek.com http://www.aerotek.com Looking for the best scientific jobs with the best companies? The recruiters in Aeroteks scientific subsidiary have extensive connections and a thorough understanding of the science industry including the growing chemical, biotech and pharmaceutical industries. We know where the best scientific jobs are, where the best people are, and match the two together. This is why we have such a successful record of finding the right person for the job the first time. We recruit qualified people for all levels from entry-level to seniorlevel. We pair your skills, education, experience, and temperament with carefully selected scientific jobs. Levels Hired: BS, MS, PhD Majors Hired: Animal Sciences, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Chemistry-Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Food Sciences Types of Positions Available: Chemist, Microbiologist, Food Scientist

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AgReliant Genetics, LLC
1122 East 169th Street
Westfield, IN 46074 Ph: 217-898-7966 Heather Spray, Product Quality Analyst heather.spray@agreliant.com http://www.agreliantgenetics.com AgReliant Genetics is the fastest growing independent seed company in the industry and currently the 4th largest field seeds company in the United States. Our goal is to offer the best seed products to our North American customers through superior research, breeding and production techniques by focusing ONLY on seed.

Headquartered in Westfield, Indiana, AgReliant Genetics is owned by two of the largest independent seed companies in the world. KWSD and Limagrain bring over 200 years of combined seed experience to AgReliant Genetics. Innovation, superior service and exceptional customer value are the center point of our multiple brand offering. AgReliant Genetics offers the best seed products available through the following brands: Agrigold, LG Seeds, Great Lakes Hybrids, Producers Hybrids and Wensman Seed. Levels Hired: BS, MS, PhD Majors Hired: Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Plant Sciences, Science Computing Types of Positions Available: Electrophoresis Lab Manager, Research Scientist, Research Associate

achieving this is the Childrens Hospital Research Foundation the largest pediatric research program in the Midwest, conducting both basic and clinical research We are among the top three childrens hospitals nationally receiving funds from the NIH. Levels Hired: BS, MS, PhD, Post-doc Majors Hired: Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology Types of Positions Available: Research Assistants, Postdoctoral Fellows

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Cook Pharmica
1200 South Patterson Drive Bloomington IN 47401 Ph: 812-355-6746 Fx: 812-355-4484 Roxanna Johnson, Human Resource Generalist roxanna.johnson@cookpharmica.com http://www.cookpharmica.com Cook Pharmica is a contract manufacturer of biopharmaceutical products for both clinical and commercial use. With our extensive service portfolio, and the addition of parenteral manufacturing in 2010, we will be a one source solution for clients needs from cell line development through packaged drug product. Our mission is to provide flexible service options, transparent operations, and complete outsourcing capabilities to the global biotech community enabling our partners to bring their life-enhancing discoveries to patients. Levels Hired: BS, MS, PhD, Post-Doc Majors Hired: Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Chemistry-Engineering Types of Positions Available: Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Technical Service See Ad

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Archer Daniels Midland
4666 E. Faries Parkway Decatur IL 62526 Ph: 217-451-7004 John Oliver, College Relations Representative john.oliver@adm.com http://www.adm.com Every day, the 28,000 people of Archer Daniels Midland Company (NYSE: ADM) turn crops into renewable products that meet the demands of a growing world. At more than 230 processing plants, we convert corn, oilseeds, wheat and cocoa into products for food, animal feed, chemical and energy uses. We operate the worlds premier crop origination and transportation network, connecting crops and markets in more than 60 countries. Our global headquarters is in Decatur, Illinois, and our net sales for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2009, were $69 billion. For more information about our Company and our products. visit www.adm.com Levels Hired: BS Majors Hired: Chemistry, Chemical Engineering Types of Positions Available: Chemistry Research Interns

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Nanosphere, Inc.
4088 Commercial Avenue Northbrook IL 60062 Ph: 847-400-9028 Fx: 847-400-9009 Suzanne Zorrilla, Manager, Human Resources szorrilla@nanosphere.us http://www.nanosphere.us Nanosphere, Inc. is a nanotechnology-based health care company, offering proprietary breakthrough technologies that provide a unique and powerful solution to greatly simplify diagnostic testing. Our mission is to improve the diagnosis and treatment of disease by enabling earlier access to, and detection of, new and existing biomarkers. We are committed to: Quality Customer Service and support

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Cincinnati Children's Research Foundation
3333 Burnet Avenue Cincinnati OH 45229 Ph: 513-636-7459 Fx: 513-636-2066 Edith Markoff, PhD, Scientist Recruiter edith.markoff@cchmc.org http://www.cincinnatichildrens.org Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is dedicated to serving the health care needs of infants, children, and adolescents and is one of the nation's top pediatric care, education, and research institutions. Our vision is to be the leader in improving child health. Key to

Research and development to provide sustained, long term value for our customers and stakeholders Achieving excellence in all that we do.

Oak Ridge TN 37831 Ph: 865-574-7522 Fx: 865-574-4441 Shelly Lohmann, Recruiting Professional lohmannsh@ornl.gov http://www.orno.gov Oak Ridge National Laboratory is the Department of Energys largest science and energy laboratory. Managed since April 2000 by a partnership of the University of Tennessee and Battelle, ORNL was established in 1943 as a part of the secret Manhattan Project to pioneer a method for producing and separating plutonium. During the 1950s and 1960s, ORNL became an international center for the study of nuclear energy and related research in the physical and life sciences. With the creation of DOE in the 1970s, ORNLs mission broadened to include a variety of energy technologies and strategies. Today the laboratory supports the nation with a peacetime science and technology mission that is just as important as, but very different from, its role during the Manhattan Project. Levels Hired: BS, MS, PhD, Post-doc Majors Hired: Animal Sciences, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Chemistry Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Food Sciences, Plant Sciences, Science Business, Science Computing, Science Education

Nanosphere was founded in the year 2000 based year based upon nanotechnology discoveries at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois by Dr. Robert Letsinger and Dr. Chad Mirkin. Among other achievements, these discoveries made possible the consistent manufacturing and functionalization of gold nanoparticles with oligonucleotides (DNA or RNA), or antibodies that can be used in diagnostic applications to detect nucleic acid or protein targets, respectively. Levels Hired: BS, MS, PhD Majors Hired: Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry Types of Positions Available: Biomedical Engineer, Application Development Leader, R&D Assistant, Systems Engineer, Technical Support Specialist See Ad

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Novozymes North America, Inc.
77 Perry Chapel Church Road Franklinton NC 27525 Ph: 919-494-3121 Fx: 919-494-3457 Darlene Godsey, Recruitment & Employer Branding Manager dasm@novozymes.com http://www.novozymes.com/careers Novozymes is the world leader in bio-innovation. We create tomorrows solutions by applying technology to nature, to the benefit of both our customers bottom line and the planet. Novozymes serves a broad array of industries using enzymes, microorganisms, biopolymers, and biopharmaceutical ingredients. With over 700 products in 130 countries, Novozymes bio-innovations improve industrial performance and safeguard the worlds resources because they represent superior and sustainable solutions for tomorrows everchanging marketplace. Levels Hired: BS, MS, PhD Majors Hired: Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Chemistry - Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Food Sciences, Plant Sciences Types of Positions Available: Research Associate, Scientist, Process Engineer See Ad

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Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
902 Battelle Blvd. Richland WA 99352 Ph: 509-372-4214 Fx: 509-375-3954 Ryan Boscow, University Recruiter ryan.boscow@pnl.gov http://http://students.pnl.gov Pacific Northwest National Laboratory is one of the U.S. Department of Energys (DOEs) ten national laboratories, manages by DOEs Office of Science. PNNL also performs research for other DOE offices as well as government agencies, universities, and industry to deliver breakthrough science and technology to meet todays key national needs. Our Laboratory: --Provides the facilities, unique scientific equipment, and worldrenowned scientists/engineers to strengthen U.S. scientific foundations for fundamental research and innovation Prevents and counters acts of terrorism through applied research in information analysis, cyber security, and the non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction Increases U.S. energy capacity and reduces dependence on imported oil through research of hydrogen and biomass-based fuels Reduces the effects of energy generation and use on the environment. Levels Hired: BS, MS, PhD Majors Hired: Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering,

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Oak Ridge National Laboratory
One Bethel Valley Road

Environmental Sciences, Plant Sciences, Science Computing, Science Education Types of Positions Available: Undergrad and Graduate Internships, as well as Post-Bachelors, Post-Masters, and Post-Doctoral positions.

On the West Lafayette campus, more than 39,100 students can choose from 5,300 courses and more than 200 areas of study. Purdue is the largest employer in the LafayetteWest Lafayette community, with 15,300 faculty and staff members. Among the benefits of employment at Purdue are competitive salaries and insurance packages; generous paid vacation time and University holidays; employerfunded retirement plans; discounted tickets for many University events; unlimited free access to local bus service; and reduced tuition for employees, their children, and their spouses. The Purdue West Lafayette campus is located in a friendly, vibrant, thriving, and safe Midwestern community that offers the charm of small-town life with big-city amenities and easy access to Indianapolis, Indiana, and Chicago, Illinois. The community is infused with cultural, recreational, and entertainment options. Purdue University is an equal access / equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. Levels Hired: BS, MS, PhD Majors Hired: Animal Sciences, Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Chemistry Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Food Sciences, Plant Sciences, Science Business, Science Computing, Science Education

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Pioneer Hi-Bred International
7100 NW 62nd Ave. Johnston IA 50131 Ph: 515-254-2745 Angie Boyce, Talent Acquisition Specialist jobs@pioneer.com http://www.pioneer.com Pioneer is the world's leading developer and supplier of advanced plant genetics to farmers worldwide. We seek to increase customer productivity, profitability and develop sustainable agricultural systems for people everywhere. Innovative and customer-focused, Pioneer is leader in the agriculture industry and upholds the highest standards. Levels Hired: BS, MS, PhD, Post-doc Majors Hired: Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Plant Sciences, Science Business Positions Available: Research Scientist, Research Associate, Research Assistant

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Purdue University
401 South Grant Street West Lafayette IN 47907 Ph: 765-496-7266 Fx: 765-494-6138 Joy Loflin, Employment Consultant loflin@purdue.edu http:www.purdue.edu Purdue University, one of the nations largest universities, is globally renowned for its academic excellence, cutting-edge research, and outreach that impacts the lives of people across Indiana, the nation, the world even as far away as the moon, where two alumni, Neil Armstrong and Eugene Cernan, have left footprints. You can leave your footprints at Purdue by becoming part of our highly respected institution. There are numerous career fields and employment opportunities at Purdue. All faculty and staff are vital to Purdues initiatives in such places as Discovery Park, the Universitys new $350 million research and learning complex. Discovery Parks 10 dynamic, interdisciplinary research centers with state-of-the-art buildings and equipment are a magnet for some of the worlds brightest minds to collaborate in nanotechnology and biosciences for solutions to societys grand challenges.

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Roquette America, Inc.
1417 Exchange Street Keokuk IA 52632 Ph: 319-526-2392 Fx: 319-526-2542 Melinda Boyer, HR Performance Mgmt., Sr. Specialist melinda.boyer@roquette.com http:www.roquette.com Roquette is the largest global producer of polyols, sorbitol, maltitol, mannitol and xylitol. With production facilities in Europe, U.S. and Asia, the company markets its products in more than 100 countries, supported by its global network of subsidiaries and agents. The company derives over 650 products from 6 million tons of agricultural raw materials. Key markets served by Roquette include Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical and Nutraceutical, Industrial, Fermentation and Animal Nutrition. Roquette America is a wholly owned subsidiary of its parent company, Roquette Frres, and is privately held. In the U.S. , the company employs approximately 500 employees at two manufacturing facilities: Keokuk, Iowa (US HQ) and Gurnee, Illinois, and their business development office in Geneva, Illinois. Levels Hired: BS, MS, PhD Majors Hired: Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemistry,

Chemical Engineering, Food Sciences, Science Business Types of Positions Available: Internships See Ad

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Thermo Fisher Scientific
3747 North Meridian Road Rockford IL 61101 Ph: 815-987-4636 Fx: 815-968-3556 Kim Maxwell, Human Resources Generalist kim.maxwell@thermofisher.com http://www.thermofisher.com Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (NYSE: TMO News) is the world leader in serving science, enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. With an annual revenue rate of more than $9 billion, we employ 30,000 people and serve over 350,000 customers within pharmaceutical and biotech companies, hospitals and clinical diagnostic labs, universities, research institutions and government agencies, as well as environmental and industrial process control settings. Serving customers through two premier brands, Thermo Scientific and Fisher Scientific, we help solve analytical challenges from routine testing to complex research and discovery. Thermo Scientific offers customers a complete range of high-end analytical instruments as well as laboratory equipment, software, services, consumables and reagents to enable integrated laboratory workflow solutions. Fisher Scientific provides a complete portfolio of laboratory equipment, chemicals, supplies and services used in healthcare, scientific research, safety and education. Together, we offer the most convenient purchasing options to customers and continuously advance our technologies to accelerate the pace of scientific discovery, enhance value for customers and fuel growth for shareholders and employees alike. Visit http://www.thermofisher.com Levels Hired: BS, MS, PhD Majors Hired: Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry Types of Positions Available: R & D various positions at all levels

for graduate students and postdoctoral scientists to work with, including 3 Nobel Laureates and 16 members of the National Academy of Sciences. Research areas span many basic biological and biomedical sciences. The Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences offers 9 interdepartmental Ph.D. programs in Biological Chemistry, Cancer Biology, Cell Biophysics, Molecular Microbiology, and Neuroscience, as well as specialized training opportunities in Chemistry, Computational and Systems Biology, and Mechanisms of Disease. Levels Hired: BS, PhD Majors Hired: Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Science Computing Types of Positions Available: Graduate Students, Postdoctoral Scholars

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Ventana Medical Systems, Inc.
1910 E. Innovation Park Drive Tucson AZ 85755 Ph: 520-229-4593 Fx: 520-229-4205 Nikki Smith, Manager, Talent Acquisition nikki.smith@ventana.roche.com http://www.ventanamed.com Ventana Medical is the worlds leading supplier of automated diagnostic systems to the anatomical pathology market. Our instrument and reagent systems are used in clinical histology, cytology, and drug discovery laboratories around the globe. Through automation and systems integration, Ventana is standardizing and optimizing the slide staining process, thereby helping pathologists recommend treatment solutions that deliver superior patient care. Our customers consist of hospital-based histology labs, independent reference labs, medical research centers, and drug discovery laboratories of the largest pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies in the world. Levels Hired: BS. MS Majors Hired: Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Science Computing Types of Positions Available: Scientist, Engineering, Sales, Marketing

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University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas
5323 Harry Hines Boulevard Dallas, TX 75390-9004 Ph: 214-648-0303 Fx: 214-648-2102 Lisa Gardner, PhD Lisa.Gardner@UTSouthwestern.edu http://www.utsouthwestern.edu UT Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas has an outstanding research faculty with 260 members available

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Wolfram Research
100 Trade Center Drive Champaign IL 61820 Ph: 217-398-0700 Greg Lavender glavender@wolfram.com http://www.wolfram.com Wolfram Research is the world's leading developer of computational software for science and technology, offering organization-wide computing solutions. Led by Mathematica, its flagship product, the company's

software is relied on today by several million enthusiastic users around the world and has been the recipient of many industry awards. Wolfram Research was founded in 1987 by Stephen Wolfram, who continues to lead the company today. The company is headquartered in the United States, with offices in Europe and Japan. Levels Hired: BS, MS, PhD, Post-doc Majors Hired: Biotechnology, Science Computing See Ad

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