Senior Associate Scientist - Analytical Development
- Employer
- Amgen
- Location
- Cambridge, MA
- Start date
- May 20, 2021
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- Discipline
- Information Technology, Business/Data Analytics, Science/R&D, Biotechnology
- Required Education
- Bachelors Degree
- Position Type
- Full time
- Hotbed
- Genetown, Best Places to Work
Job Details
There is an exciting career opportunity to join the Pivotal Attribute Sciences team based in Amgen Cambridge, Massachusetts site. In this role of Senior Associate Scientist you will:
Work in collaborative matrix environment, including partner functional areas, to support product and process characterization studies, data analysis and investigations
Analyze late stage protein pharmaceutical products with advanced analytical methods including capillary electrophoresis, chromatography and mass spectrometry techniques to support product and process characterization
Lead or contribute to development, optimization and troubleshooting of analytical methods, participate in qualification, transfer and validation experiments with a focus on separation-based purity methods
Other duties include data analyses, maintenance of electronic notebook records of experimental data, participation in authoring of technical protocols and reports, and presentation of results in internal meetings
Basic Qualifications
Masters degree & 3 years of scientific experience
OR
Bachelors degree & 5 years of scientific experience
Preferred Qualifications
MS in Biochemistry, Biophysics or closely related field
4+ years of experience in industrial analytical laboratories supporting characterization of protein therapeutics
Advanced technical expertise in analytical methodologies used to characterize protein therapeutics including CE, SEC, IEX, RP and HILIC
Experience with CE and LC instruments handling and troubleshooting
Experience in mass spectrometry based-methods and glycan characterization is a plus
Working knowledge of data processing and analysis tools in Excel and other statistical software
Hands on experience with method qualifications and transfers
Ability to work in a matrix team environment and collaborate effectively
Ability to independently manage and prioritize multiple tasks
Good written and verbal communication skills
Familiarity with Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and electronic lab notebook (ELN)
Join UsIf 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.
- 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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