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Undergrad Co-op - R&D (Neuroscience)

Employer
Amgen
Location
Cambridge, MA, US
Start date
Oct 9, 2019

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Discipline
Science/R&D, Neuroscience
Required Education
Bachelors Degree
Position Type
Full time
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Job Details

Amgen discovers, develops and delivers innovative human therapeutics. A biotechnology pioneer since 1980, Amgen was one of the first companies to realize the new science's promise by bringing safe, effective medicines from lab, to manufacturing plant, to patient. Amgen therapeutics have changed the practice of medicine, helping millions of people around the world in the fight against cancer, kidney disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and other serious illnesses. With a deep and broad pipeline of potential new medicines, Amgen remains committed to advancing science to dramatically improve people's lives.

The Neuroscience department at our Cambridge, Massachusetts location is looking for an undergraduate interested in a 6-month Co-op assignment. The Co-op internship position is focused on molecular and cell biology of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in the field of neurodegenerative disease research. The successful co-op will contribute directly to projects in the lab that seek to discover new avenues for therapeutic development. The Co-op will be challenged to learn and integrate elements of laboratory automation (robotics), microscopy, and mammalian cell culture to complete project goals. Highly motivated students interested in developing the fundamental skills needed for a career in bioscience research are encouraged to apply.

Relocation in the form of a miscellaneous allowance will be provided for eligible candidates.

Basic Qualifications

Amgen requires that all individuals applying for an undergraduate internship or an undergraduate co-op assignment at Amgen must meet the following criteria:

18 years or older

Currently enrolled in a full time Bachelor's Degree program from an accredited college or university with a 3.0 minimum GPA or equivalent

Completion of one year of study from an accredited college or university prior to the internship commencing

Enrolled in a full time Bachelor's degree program following the potential internship or co-op assignment with an accredited college or university

Must not be employed at the time the internship starts

Preferred Qualifications

Degree Concentration(s) in Biological, physical/material, and health science majors or related field with an interest in bioscience research

Basic bioscience laboratory experience including familiarity with routine molecular biology procedures (e.g. DNA purification, PCR)

Familiarity with mammalian cell culture is preferred but not required

Understanding of biochemical techniques such as western blotting and SDS-PAGE

Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and scientific graphic software

Strong desire to learn a variety of techniques and explore independent ideas

Attention to detail and focused persistence in working through problems that may not have clear solutions

Only candidates who apply via http://careers.amgen.com/ will be considered. Please search for Keyword 82719.

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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.

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.

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Website
Phone
805-447-1000
Location
Corporate Headquarters
One Amgen Center Drive
Thousand Oaks
California
91320-1799
United States

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