Scientist Immuno-Oncology
- Employer
- Amgen
- Location
- South San Francisco, CA, US
- Start date
- Aug 9, 2019
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- Discipline
- Science/R&D, Bioengineering, Biotechnology, Oncology
- Required Education
- Bachelors Degree
- Position Type
- Full time
- Hotbed
- Biotech Bay, Best Places to Work
Job Details
The candidate will independently lead a laboratory group as well as project teams to discover and validate new therapeutic targets. The candidate will also collaborate with other research scientists at multiple Amgen sites, including teams in other functional areas such as Therapeutic Discovery, Medical Sciences and Computational Biology.
Responsibilities
- Perform cutting-edge research that integrates human genetics, immunology and oncology.
- Develop novel therapies by using various innovative technologies and approaches.
- Publish experimental findings in top-tier Journals and present novel findings at national and international conferences.
Basic Qualifications:
Doctorate degree
OR
Master's degree and 4 years of scientific experience
OR
Bachelor's degree and 6 years of scientific experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD or MD, with postdoctoral training and research experience in the fields of immunology, oncology, cancer immunotherapy, molecular biology or human genetics.
- Demonstrated track record of independent critical thinking and scientific achievement in the areas of immunology or oncology as demonstrated by high impact publications.
- Technical expertise in one or more of the following areas: Multi-color flow cytometry, complex in vitro primary cell models, cell signaling/biochemistry, in vivo mouse models of disease
- Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to collaborate and troubleshoot to solve problems.
Our culture is what makes Amgen a special place to work. We have a powerful shared purpose around our mission - to serve patients. We respect one another, recognize contributions, and have embedded collaboration, trust, empowerment and inclusion in all that we do.
Join Us
If you're seeking a career where you can truly make a difference in the lives of others, a career where you can work at the absolute forefront of biotechnology with the top minds in the field, you'll find it at Amgen.
Amgen, a biotechnology pioneer, discovers, develops and delivers innovative human therapeutics. Our medicines have helped millions of patients in the fight against cancer, kidney disease, rheumatoid arthritis and other serious illnesses.
As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other but compete intensely to win. Together, we live the Amgen values as we continue advancing science to serve patients.
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
Amgen will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Company
We are all different, yet we have this in common: our mission to serve patients. This sense of shared purpose is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. It guides us as we continue to launch new medicines and reach millions of patients worldwide.
We live the mission.
We win together.
We thrive on continual challenge.
Our team of 22,000+ scientists and professionals worldwide bring distinct perspectives and experiences to all we do. We leverage our global talent to achieve together—to research, manufacture and deliver ever-better products and greater depth to our mission.
At Amgen, there is a strong correlation between our high level of diversity and performance. Because addressing issues with a wider range of perspectives and approaches leads to more creative problem-solving. Together, we’re transforming the promise of science and biotechnology into therapies that have the power to restore health.
Connect with us to explore how you can Win, Live, and Thrive at Amgen.
- Website
- http://careers.amgen.com/
- Phone
- 805-447-1000
- Location
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Corporate Headquarters
One Amgen Center Drive
Thousand Oaks
California
91320-1799
United States
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