Scientist, Oncology Research

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.

Scientist - Oncology Research

Live

What you will do

Lets do this. Lets change the world. Amgen Oncology Research in South San Francisco is seeking a highly motivated Scientist to join our discovery research team. In this vital role, you will lead preclinical studies designed to advance the immuno-oncology portfolio, which includes bispecific T cell engager (BiTE) molecules, bifunctional antibodies, and small molecule therapeutics. Using a combination of in vitro, in vivo, and ex vivo models, you will help discover new targets and develop the next generation of therapies for the treatment of cancer. As a Scientist, you will:

• Conduct independent preclinical research to identify and validate novel therapeutic targets and evaluate new technologies
• Champion programs, lead teams, and collaborate with scientists across multiple sites and functional areas to generate strategy and preclinical data to advance projects in the immuno-oncology portfolio
• Manage direct reports to generate preclinical data that support therapeutic programs and technology development
• Identify contract labs and academic collaborations to conduct preclinical studies, write workplans, and manage outsourced studies
• Manage timelines and deliverables of preclinical data to advance therapeutic programs
• Present data in internal and external settings including oral and poster presentations at scientific conferences and lead writing of preclinical manuscripts

Win

What we expect of you

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

Basic Qualifications:

Ph.D. with research experience in cancer biology or immunology

OR

Masters degree and 4 years of research experience in oncology or immuno-oncology

OR

Bachelors degree and 6 years of scientific experience in oncology or immuno-oncology

Preferred Qualifications:

Ph.D. in cancer biology or immunology with at least 4 years of postdoctoral experience

• Demonstrated track record of independent critical thinking and scientific achievement in research, exemplified by first or senior author publications in top-tier journals and awarded grants
• Broad and deep knowledge of cancer biology, immunology (e.g., T cell biology), and target discovery and validation
• Experience with current molecular, cell biology, and immunology laboratory techniques such as multi-color flow cytometry, isolation and culture of primary and established cell types, PCR/Western/ELISA/MSD, and in vivo models
• Experience managing and mentoring direct reports
• Experience establishing or leading collaborations with academic investigators or contract research laboratories
• Knowledgeable, highly motivated, creative, and collaborative with strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple programs while working in a fast-paced environment and delivering results to meet timelines
• Computer literacy, especially proficiency with FlowJo, GraphPad Prism, and Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Thrive

Some of the vast rewards of working here

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also 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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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.

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