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Associate Scientist - Autoimmunity & Inflammation / In Vivo

Employer
Amgen
Location
Thousand Oaks, CA
Start date
Sep 23, 2021

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Discipline
Science/R&D, Biotechnology
Required Education
Bachelors Degree
Position Type
Full time
Hotbed
Biotech Beach, Best Places to Work

Job Details

HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?

Youve earned your degree. How will you use that achievement to reach your goals? Do more with the knowledge youve worked hard to acquire and the passion you already have. At Amgen, our shared missionto serve patientsdrives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the worlds leading biotechnology companies, reaching over 10 million patients worldwide. Become the professional you are meant to be in this meaningful role.

Associate Scientist - Autoimmunity & Inflammation / In Vivo

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What you will do

Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this vital role you will In this vital role you will be part of a fast-paced, integrated, and interactive research group using in vivo models and techniques to explore therapeutics for Autoimmunity, Inflammation and Cancer Immunotherapy programs. The Associate Scientist will be responsible for generating pharmacology data to support the progression of inflammation research teams. Specific responsibilities will include conducting in vivo and in vitro research studies aimed at elucidating mechanisms of chronic inflammation, immune regulation, and tolerance to develop novel therapies for the treatment of disease areas including gastroenterology, dermatology, and rheumatology. In vivo work will include small animal handling techniques such as mouse disease model induction and monitoring, oral, SC, and IV dosing, and blood and tissue collection. In vitro work includes a range of cellular assays and molecular biological techniques to help interpret in vivo observations. Other responsibilities include operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment, planning and performing laboratory experiments, and accurate, timely record keeping and data analysis.

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What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients.The qualified candidate we seek is a professional with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Master's degree and 2 years of scientific experience

OR

Bachelors degree and 4 years of scientific experience

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelors Degree with 3+ years of scientific experience, preferably in an industry setting
  • Research experience in the fields of molecular biology, cell biology, or immunology
  • Demonstrated experience with mouse models of inflammation
  • Hands on experience with small rodents and administration through various routes (intraperitoneal, intravenous, subcutaneous, oral gavage, retro-orbital)
  • Hands on experience with molecular and cellular biological techniques, including multi-color flow cytometry
  • Computer literacy is essential, especially proficiency with Graphpad Prism, Excel, Powerpoint, and Word
  • Excellent organizational and communication skills, along with the ability to work in a flexible team-oriented environment
  • Attention to detail, translating into high quality results
  • The Associate Scientist will also be pro-active, enthusiastic, and show a desire to learn and be a part of a busy, highly productive and collaborative team
Thrive

Some of the vast rewards of working here

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, so we work to care for our teammates professional and personal growth and well-being.

  • Full support and career-development resources to expand your skills, enhance your expertise, and maximize your potential along your career journey
  • A diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table and act
  • Generous Total Rewards Plancomprising health, finance and wealth, work/life balance, and career benefitswith compensation and benefits rated above 4 stars (out of 5) on Glassdoor
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for a career that defies imagination

Objects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us.

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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 requires all staff in the United States and Puerto Rico to be vaccinated from COVID 19 as a condition of employment. In accordance with applicable law, Amgen will provide reasonable accommodations to staff members who qualify on the basis of a medical reason or a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance. Such accommodation may not pose an undue hardship to Amgen, its operations, or its staff.

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

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