Career Category

Research

Job Description

The Cardiometabolic Disorders (CMD) therapeutic area in Amgen Research is seeking an enthusiastic and capable Senior Associate to join our drug discovery research team in the South San Francisco site. The Senior Associate will be expected to work in the lab under supervision and will develop and perform assays in support of the Amgen drug discovery pipeline.  By using a wide range of cell biology, biochemistry, and molecular biology techniques, the senior associate will work in teams to validate novel drug targets for advancement to the drug discovery pipeline.

Position Responsibilities

Conduct routine plate-based cellular, biochemical and biophysical assays

Execute experimental plans with guidance, keep lab notes timely, and analyze data

Present data internally and communicate effectively with colleagues

Develop and perform in vitro assays with guidance to measure proteins, RNAs, metabolites, enzymatic activities and functionality of potential drug targets

Operate and maintain lab equipment

Basic Qualifications

Master’s degree or Master's degree by June 2020

OR

Bachelor’s degree and 2 years scientific experience

Preferred Qualifications

Hands-on experience with cell biology, biochemistry, and molecular biology techniques, especially mammalian cell culture technique

Hands-on experience with developing, validating and executing plate-based cell and biochemical assays

Hands-on experience with the plate reader and liquid handling system Previous drug discovery experience is preferred but not necessary

Previous experience working with rodents is preferred but not necessary

Computer literacy, e.g., GraphPad Prism, Excel, PowerPoint and Word

Be pro-active, show a desire to learn new techniques, and adhere to timelines

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

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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.

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