Career CategoryScientific
Job DescriptionProcess Development Senior AssociateWhat you will doLet's do this. Let's change the world. In this vital role you will join Amgen's DSTS group within Process Development (PD) is responsible for the invention, development, and implementation of drug substance manufacturing processes and technologies to advance Amgen's exciting portfolio of synthetic and hybrid assets.
Amgen is currently seeking a talented Process Development Senior Associate to join our Drug Substance Technologies - Synthetics (DSTS) group in Thousand Oaks, California. Senior Associates in our team collaborate with chemists, process engineers, and attribute scientists to support drug substance development and manufacturing from early to late-stage development. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated and team-oriented individual with prior lab-based research experience in bioconjugation.
- Work within a drug substance team comprised of chemists, engineers, and attribute scientists to solve technical problems
- Contribute to the development of safe, robust, and cost-effective processes to manufacture synthetic and hybrid drug substances
- Support cGMP manufacturing and technology transfer to our internal manufacturing facilities and external contract manufacturers
- Support process characterization activities, including process understanding and modeling
- Contribute to drug substance development teams by providing experimental results, technical updates, documentation, data interpretation, recommendations, etc.
- Works regularly with a supervisor to advance projects within required deadlines.
- Work cross-functionally to deliver regulatory documents and support regulatory filings
- Follows good laboratory documentation practices and standard operating procedures
What we expect of youWe are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. dynamic professional we seek is an individual with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:- Master's degree
OR - Bachelor's degree and 2 years of Scientific experience
OR - Associate's degree and 4 years of Scientific experience
OR - High school diploma / GED and 6 years of Scientific experience
Preferred Qualifications:- M.S. in organic chemistry or biochemistry/chemical biology with a specialization in bioconjugation chemistry
- Prior bioconjugation experience in the biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical industry
- Demonstrated ability to work in a chemistry laboratory with minimal supervision
- Ability to independently collect and interpret analytical results (NMR, HPLC, MS, IR, Raman, etc)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to multitask, effectively plan and follow through on projects
- A research summary included with CV is strongly encouraged
What you can expect of usAs we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we'll support your journey every step of the way.
The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.
In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:
- A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts
- A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
- Stock-based long-term incentives
- Award-winning time-off plans
- Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.
Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.careers.amgen.comSalary Range80,044.50USD -108,295.50 USD
