Amgen Inc

Sr. Associate Quality Control, Microbiology

Amgen Inc$78K — $106K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED with 4 years of Quality experience; or Associate's degree with 2 years of Quality experience; or Bachelor's degree with 6 months of relevant experience; or a Master’s degree.
  • Professional experience in a fast-paced GMP laboratory.
  • Leadership skills for assisting with scheduling and troubleshooting.
  • Experience with standard microbial test methods (bioburden, qPCR, sterility, etc.).
  • Proficiency with electronic laboratory systems (LIMS, LMES, etc.).

Responsibilities

  • Perform microbial assessments and GMP documentation as needed.
  • Support laboratory investigations and microbiological testing for GMP operations.
  • Conduct microbiological sample qualifications including bioburden and microbial identification.
  • Review and generate laboratory documentation using electronic systems.
  • Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and perform troubleshooting when necessary.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive employee benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Generous retirement plan with company contributions.
  • Discretionary annual bonus program and long-term stock incentives.
  • Award-winning time-off plans.
  • Flexible work models available when applicable.
Full Job Description
Career Category
Quality
Job Description

Senior Associate Quality Control - Microbiology

What you will do

Let's do this. Let's change the world!

In this vital role, you will support the QC Microbiology and Environmental Monitoring team by performing activities including microbial investigations/assessments, microbiological and analytical testing, sample and data management, equipment and instrumentation operation and maintenance, sample and equipment troubleshooting, and the review and authorization of documents and samples while performing in a highly dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Responsibilities include:
  • Perform microbial assessments and other GMP documentation as required (reports, assessments, SOP revisions).
  • Support microbial and other QC laboratory investigations.
  • Perform Microbiological testing to support GMP operations across ATO
  • Perform Microbiological sample and method qualifications including bioburden, microbial identification, sterility, and other microbiological assays as assigned.
  • Perform testing and data review for compendia, non-compendia methods, and routine laboratory procedures.
  • Generate complete, accurate, and concise laboratory documentation using electronic systems, such as LMES, LIMS, and laboratory notebooks.
  • Operate and maintain specialized laboratory equipment and instrumentation.
  • Perform general laboratory housekeeping activities and safety inspections.
  • Maintain training compliance and proficiency.
  • At all times, comply with safety guidelines, cGMPs and other applicable regulatory requirements.


What we expect of you

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

Basic Qualifications:
  • High school/GED + 4 years of Quality experience OR
  • Associate's + 2 years of Quality experience OR
  • Bachelor's degree and 6 months of Quality, Microbiology or Operations experience
  • Master's degree


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Professional work experience in a fast-paced, flexible GMP laboratory.
  • Leadership ability, to assist with the daily/weekly schedule, routine and non-routine testing and sample collection questions and issues, and equipment troubleshooting.
  • Experience executing microbial test methods (i.e. bioburden, microbial identification, growth promotion, qPCR, sterility, etc.).
  • Experience supporting Environmental and Clean Utility Monitoring programs.
  • Operation, maintenance experience with laboratory equipment.
  • Ability to generate and revise methods, reports and SOPs within CDOCs.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with electronic systems (LIMS, LMES, CIMS, CDOCS, etc.).
  • Ability to generate, update, triage, and close deviations and analytical test result assessments.
  • Demonstrated understanding and use of Maximo and the ability to update and complete work orders.
  • Ability to manage and lead Operational Excellence initiatives including 5S and Standard Work associated with the testing labs.
  • Demonstrated written and oral communication skills, project management and presentation skills, and proven ability to manage priorities effectively.
  • Demonstrated ability to be flexible and adaptable to support business needs.


What you can expect of us

As 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.

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Application deadline

Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

Salary Range
78,724.45USD -106,509.55 USD

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24,200 employees
Market Cap
$141.2 billion
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Net Income
$7.2 billion
Founded
1980
5 Year Trend
+2.5%
Revenue
$25.4 billion
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