Scientist - Oncology

Career Category

Research

Job Description

Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.

Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity-related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Scientist - Oncology

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. The Oncology research group at Amgen is searching for a highly motivated Scientist to join our dynamic and supportive team. In this vital role, you will contribute to the discovery and validation of oncology targets and therapeutic strategies and support the advancement of pipeline projects by generating and communicating decision-enabling data packages.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and perform in vitro studies to assess the biology of novel targets and evaluate mechanisms of action of therapeutic molecules
• Collaborate closely with colleagues to support the execution of pharmacodynamic studies
• Perform literature and database surveys to support new target ideation and validation
• Operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment, accurate, timely record-keeping, and data analysis
• Consistent delivery of high-quality, actionable data
• Effective communication of plans, results, and analyses to cross-functional teams

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The committed and creative professional we seek is a team player with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree

OR

Master’s degree in immunology or cell biology, or related discipline and 2 years of industry experience in biotech/pharma

OR

Bachelor’s degree in immunology or cell biology, or related discipline and 4 years of experience in biotech/pharma

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive experience with a broad range of molecular and cell biology techniques, e.g. cell culture, flow cytometry, western blotting, genome editing.
• Prior experience with assays used to evaluate T-cell engager and / or antibody-drug conjugates
• Demonstrated track record of independent critical thinking and scientific achievement as exemplified by your publication record and / or significant contribution to a therapeutic program
• Proactive, curious, and eager to learn and grow

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

External/Internal postings:

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.

Internal only posting (or Pre-ID candidate):

Amgen anticipates accepting applications however, we may continue accepting applications beyond this date if we do not receive a sufficient number of candidates.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

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 and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.

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, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your 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.

Salary Range

123,052.80USD -166,483.20 USD