Associate Scientist

Amgen is one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. Amgen is a values-based company, deeply rooted in science and innovation to transform new ideas and discoveries into medicines for patients with serious illnesses.

The Associate Scientist will be part of a fast-paced, integrated and interactive research group exploring therapeutics for Oncology, Inflammation and Cancer Immunotherapy programs.

• Generating and communicating pharmacology data to support the progression of oncology and inflammation research teams.
• Designing and conducting in vivo and in vitro assays.
• In vitro work includes a range of cellular assays and molecular biological techniques to help interpret in vivo observations.
• Operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment, accurate, timely record keeping and data analysis.

• Master’s Degree with 3+ years of scientific experience in an industry setting.
• Hands on experience with molecular and cellular biological techniques.
• Familiarity with biological imaging studies, such as the use of Xenogen or CT technology. Previous drug discovery experience.
• Computer literacy is essential, especially proficiency with Graphpad Prism, Excel, Powerpoint and Word.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, along with the ability to work in a flexible team-oriented environment. Attention to detail, translating into high quality results.
• The ability to work independently on research goals and to direct the research and day to day responsibilities of others.

Basic Qualifications:

• Master’s degree and 2 years of scientific experience
• Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of scientific experience