Process Development Associate

Job Summary

The Cellular Sciences department is seeking an Associate to join our Cell Bank and Critical Reagent Group. The candidate will primarily perform cell banking operations according to cGMP, including aseptic operations for cell culture scale-up and freeze of mammalian cell banks and data analysis related to cell bank performance under minimal supervision.

The successful candidate will also participate in cross-functional teams and represent the cell banking group. In addition to laboratory activities, the employee may also design and perform different scientific experiments related to the cell bank job function, document results in electronic laboratory notebooks, and communicate findings in written technical reports. Employee will perform and monitor critical processes, will draft, review and approve documents such as Manufacturing Procedures and technical reports. The candidate will also assist in preventive maintenance work orders and support the Cell Bank's system owner.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

OR

Associate degree and 4 years of Scientific experience

OR

High school diploma / GED and 6 years of Scientific experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in cell biology, life sciences or related field with a minimum of 2 years related experience.
• Candidates should demonstrate the ability to understand apply and evaluate cell biology.
• Additional requirements include knowledge of Change Control Management System (CCMS), Nonconformance system, project management, basic understanding of equipment and processes, and computer skills.
• Candidates should be able to interpret and apply GMP knowledge, understand analytical methods for manufacturing area, and demonstrate technical writing capability.
• Successful candidates will also demonstrate basic presentation skills and should be able to independently collaborate with other functional areas.
• Successful candidate will have the ability to work in a multidisciplinary environment and should display excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral) and a solid scientific background are necessary.
• Extensive hands-on experience with cell culture is also necessary.

Amgen is committed to unlocking the potential of biology for patients suffering from serious illnesses by discovering, developing, manufacturing and delivering innovative human therapeutics. This approach begins by using tools like advanced human genetics to unravel the complexities of disease and understand the fundamentals of human biology.

Amgen focuses on areas of high unmet medical need and leverages its expertise to strive for solutions that improve health outcomes and dramatically improve people's lives. A biotechnology pioneer since 1980, Amgen has grown to be one of the world's leading independent biotechnology companies, has reached millions of patients around the world and is developing a pipeline of medicines with breakaway potential.

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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.