Process Development Associate Scientist or Senior Associate
- Employer
- Amgen
- Location
- Thousand Oaks, CA
- Start date
- Nov 19, 2021
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- Discipline
- Engineering, Manufacturing & Production, Science/R&D, Biotechnology
- Required Education
- Bachelors Degree
- Position Type
- Full time
- Hotbed
- Biotech Beach
Job Details
HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?
Youveearned your degree. How will you use that achievement to reach your goals? Do more with the knowledgeyouveworked 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.
Live
What you will do
Letsdo this.Letschange the world. In this vital role you will be the liaison to our customers by providing clinical knowledge of our products to medical professionals.
Amgen's medicines treat serious illnesses and our research address diseases with a limited number of treatment options. With a robust and differentiated pipeline, Amgen remains committed to advancing science to dramatically improve people's lives.
Amgen Pre-Pivotal Drug Substance Technologies Organization is seeking a Process Development Associate or Senior Associate responsible for cell line development in support of advancing Amgen pre-clinical large molecule pipeline. We are particularly interested in candidates with experience in mammalian cell culture, molecular biology, vector construction and design, single cell cloning and high-throughput clone screening.
Job Responsibilities:
Design, execute and characterize manufacturing cell lines, including DNA cloning, transfection, selection, single cell cloning and clone scale up, clone screening and cell banking
Support cell engineering and characterization activities
Analyze and interpret data, maintain laboratory notebooks, and generate written reports
Generate relevant data towards authoring of regulatory submissions,publications, and patent applications
Communicate project updates, solve complex technical problems, participate, and present scientific data in meetings
Evaluate and develop innovative technologies to improve expression, accelerate timelines, and improve efficiency
Work closely in a team environment, collaborating with various colleagues in process development, discovery, as well as interact with regulatory and quality experts in support of global regulatory filings.
Win
What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients.
Basic Qualifications:
Masters degree
OR
Bachelors degree and 2 years of Scientific experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Masters degree in life science, or related fields with 3 years of relevant scientific experience
Hands on experience in mammalian cell culture with a focus on recombinant protein production and excellent aseptic techniques
Experience with DNA cloning, vector construction and design, advanced molecular biology techniques, and optimizing gene expression constructs
Experience with single cell cloning and high-throughput screening
Strong understanding of all aspects in cell line development, bioprocess development and manufacturing of biotherapeutics
Strong scientific understanding of recombinant protein expression, gene editing and cell engineering technologies as well as the ability to explore and develop new technologies and approaches
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to design and troubleshoot experiments with minimal supervision
Demonstrated ability to deliver on timelines and adapt to rapid changes in project priorities.
Strong attention to detail with the ability to multi-task and handle multiple responsibilities simultaneously
Advanced scientific/technical reading/writing skills, advanced analysis skills, ability to collaborate and work in team environment
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
Thrive
Some of the vast rewards of workinghere
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 careerjourney
A diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table andact
Generous Total Rewards Plancomprising health, finance and wealth, work/life balance, and career benefitswith compensation and benefits rated above 4 stars (out of 5) onGlassdoor
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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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Equal Opportunity Statement
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.
Amgen is a Fortune 150 company operating in nearly 100 countries around the world, we invest in highly skilled, dedicated and collaborative individuals who are ready to contribute to our mission in meaningful ways and make a difference in the lives of ourpatients
Amgen is committed to unlocking the potential of biology for patients suffering from serious illnesses by discovering, developing,manufacturingand 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.
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.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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.
- 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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