Process Development Associate Scientist - Downstream Purification

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Process Development Associate Scientist

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will help design and perform experiments at the bench scale and pilot scale that focus on all aspects of downstream purification. In this role, you will apply established platform approaches and utilize problem-solving skills to rapidly solve day-to-day experimental challenges. Additionally, the Process Development Associate Scientist will utilize out-of-the-box thinking to contribute to technology development and will demonstrate the desire to expand and develop expertise in all aspects of process development, thereby further contributing to the integrated group.

This position will be within an expanding Pre-Pivotal Process Development subgroup, located in Rockville, Maryland.

• Contribute within a project team on goals such as performing molecule assessments and fit-to-platform and troubleshooting more challenging to purify proteins for enhanced process yields and robustness
• Purification experiments include, but are not limited to, affinity, ion exchange and hydrophobic interaction chromatography, depth and membrane filtration, and UF/DF operations
• Automation programming for chromatography, normal and tangential flow filtration, and robotic liquid handling systems
• Experimental design and testing, leveraging in-house analytical instruments and data visualization tools
• Communication of findings through oral presentations and written documentation (technical reports as well as GMP documents to support regulatory filings)
• Provide scientific technical support for technology transfer and scaling-up processes to manufacturing sites within the Amgen technical operations network

What we expect of you

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

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of Scientific experience; Or
• Master’s degree and 1 year of Scientific experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, Biomedical engineering, or Bioprocessing discipline or relevant experience in the pharmaceutical or related industry preferred.
• Two+ years of biotech/pharma industry experience with emphasis on protein purification of products from various mammalian or bacterial expression hosts
• Strong knowledge and experience of purification for antibodies or other recombinant proteins
• Experience in laboratory techniques supporting protein purification and or bioreactor operations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work flexibly in a dynamic and collaborative environment
• Demonstrated ability to identify and solve problems by applying scientific and engineering principles, preferably in a process development environment
• Familiarity with design of experiments and statistical analysis of data

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, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible

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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.

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