Amgen · 2 months ago
Senior Scientist
US - California - Thousand Oaks
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$130K/yr - $152K/yr
4+ years expAmgen is a biotechnology company dedicated to serving patients with serious illnesses. The role of Senior Scientist in the In Vivo Pharmacology group involves designing and executing experiments to explore drug targets and providing technical expertise to support research projects.
BiotechnologyHealth CareManufacturingPharmaceutical
Responsibilities
A driven, pro-active, independent, and enthusiastic scientist who wants to contribute to cutting edge science and serve patients in a highly productive team environment
Strong understanding of Immunology and Inflammation biology and principles
Willingness and curiosity to learn and explore new areas of research
Significant hands-on expertise in animal (mouse and rat) handling and in vivo techniques (i.v., i.p., p.o., i.d., s.c., i.t., bleeds, necropsy) preferred
Significant experience designing and executing concurrent in vivo preclinical inflammation and autoimmune disease models. Experience with colitis (DSS, CD45RBhi T cell transfer, IL-10 KO), lupus (NZB/W, MRL-lpr, Imiquimod), and arthritis (CIA, CAIA), GvHD models preferred. Experience in HS, PBC a plus
Hands-on experience in cellular, biochemical, histological, and molecular biology assay techniques (i.e. ELISA, MSD, quantitative RT-PCR, BCA protein measurements) preferred. Hands-on experience with multicolor flow cytometry including Spectral flow approaches and Immune cell populations is essential
Computer literacy, especially proficiency with GraphPad Prism, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Attention to detail, excellent organizational and communication skills, accurate & timely record keeping and data analysis are essential
Demonstrated track record of independent critical thinking and scientific achievement
Demonstrated experience in pharmacology and in vivo models of inflammation/Immunology
Ability to work in a flexible team-oriented environment
Qualification
Required
Doctorate degree OR
Master's degree and 2 years of drug discovery experience OR
Bachelor's degree and 4 years of drug discovery experience
Strong understanding of Immunology and Inflammation biology and principles
Willingness and curiosity to learn and explore new areas of research
Significant hands-on expertise in animal (mouse and rat) handling and in vivo techniques (i.v., i.p., p.o., i.d., s.c., i.t., bleeds, necropsy)
Significant experience designing and executing concurrent in vivo preclinical inflammation and autoimmune disease models
Hands-on experience in cellular, biochemical, histological, and molecular biology assay techniques (i.e. ELISA, MSD, quantitative RT-PCR, BCA protein measurements)
Hands-on experience with multicolor flow cytometry including Spectral flow approaches and Immune cell populations
Computer literacy, especially proficiency with GraphPad Prism, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Attention to detail, excellent organizational and communication skills, accurate & timely record keeping and data analysis
Demonstrated track record of independent critical thinking and scientific achievement
Demonstrated experience in pharmacology and in vivo models of inflammation/Immunology
Ability to work in a flexible team-oriented environment
Preferred
PhD degree and post-doctoral training (or drug discovery experience) in the fields of Immunology, inflammation autoimmune disease, or related disciplines
3-5 years of management experience in industry or academia
Experience working on project teams leading in vivo contributions
Benefits
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.
Stock-based long-term incentives.
Award-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns.
Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible.
Company
Amgen
Amgen is a biotechnology company that develops and manufactures human therapeutics for various illnesses and diseases.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$28.5B2022-12-12Post Ipo Debt· $28.5B
1983-06-17IPO
Leadership Team
Robert Bradway
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
Jay Bradner
Executive Vice President of R&D, and Chief Scientific Officer
Recent News
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