Career Category

Research

Job Description

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will be a part of a fast-paced, integrated and interactive research group exploring therapeutics for immuno-oncology programs. You will be responsible for generating and communicating pharmacology data to support the progression of oncology and immunotherapy research programs.

• In vitro work includes a range of cellular assays and molecular biological techniques to help interpret in vivo observations
• In vivo work will include handling techniques, such as tumor inoculation and measurement, oral, sc and iv dosing, blood and tissue collection
• Operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment, accurate, timely record keeping and data analysis
• Designing and conducting in vivo and in vitro studies

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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 professional we seek is a researcher with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree OR

Master’s degree & 3 years of scientific experience OR

Bachelor’s degree & 5 years of scientific experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in tumor immunology or cancer biology
• Flow cytometry and multi-parametric analysis (5+ colors) experience is desired
• Research experience with preclinical models of cancer and immuno-oncology
• Hands on experience with in vivo bioluminescence imaging (BLI)
• Previous drug discovery experience
• Administering drugs through various routes
• Hands on experience with molecular, cellular, and ex vivo biological techniques and assays
• Attention to detail, translating into high quality results
• The ability to work independently on research goals and to collaborate on day-to-day experiments with others
• Proactive, enthusiastic, show a desire to learn and be a part of a busy, highly productive team
• Computer literacy, especially proficiency with GraphPad Prism, FlowJo, Excel, Powerpoint, and Word
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, along with the ability to work in a flexible team-oriented environment

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Amgen will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.