Career Category

Research

Job Description

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Associate Scientist to join the Inflammation and Oncology Research Therapeutic Area at Amgen South San Francisco (ASF) to drive the discovery research and validation of novel targets in inflammatory and autoimmune disease and cancer for the development of innovative medicines. S/he will be an integral member of a dynamic research team, collaborating with research scientists at multiple Amgen sites, and working closely with groups in other functional areas including Therapeutic Discovery, Medical Sciences and Computational Biology.

Position Responsibilities

Make major scientific laboratory-based contributions to the research goals and milestones of the Inflammation and Oncology therapeutic area

Plan and execute laboratory experiments, prepare and analyze biological samples, analyze data, present results in both internal and external forums, and participate in the writing of manuscripts for publication

Specific responsibilities include formulating hypothesis, designing and performing laboratory experiments, analyzing data, and communicating results

Basic Qualifications

Doctorate degree or Doctorate degree completed by December 2019

OR

Master’s degree and 3 years of scientific experience

OR

Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of scientific experience

Preferred Qualifications

PhD degree with expertise in one or more of the following areas: Immunology, T cell biology, multi-color flow cytometry, isolation and culture of primary immune cells from human and mice, transduction of primary immune cells with retrovirus or lentivirus,  biochemistry,  molecular biology, in vivo animal models of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases and cancer, establishing complex cell-based assays, single cell analysis, and bioinformatics analysis

Demonstrated track record of scientific research achievement, creativity, and independent critical thinking, as shown by a strong publication record and/ or significant contributions to a therapeutic development program
Strong communication and collaboration skills

Amgen focuses on areas of high unmet medical need and leverages its expertise to strive for solutions that improve health outcomes and dramatically improve people’s lives. A biotechnology pioneer since 1980, Amgen has grown to be one of the world’s leading independent biotechnology companies, has reached millions of patients around the world and is developing a pipeline of medicines with breakaway potential.
Our culture is what makes Amgen a special place to work. We have a powerful shared purpose around our mission – to serve patients. We respect one another, recognize contributions, and have embedded collaboration, trust, empowerment and inclusion in all that we do.

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