Associate Scientist- Oncology (In Vivo Pharmacology)
Associate Scientist- Oncology (In Vivo Pharmacology)
US - California - Thousand Oaks Apply NowHOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?
You’ve worked hard to become the professional you are today and are now ready to take the next step in your career. How will you put your skills, experience and passion to work toward your goals? At Amgen, our shared mission—to serve patients—drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies, reaching over 10 million patients worldwide. Come do your best work alongside other innovative, driven professionals in this meaningful role.
Associate Scientist - Oncology (In-Vivo Pharmacology)
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What you will do
Let’s do this. Let’s change the world for Oncology patients. In this vital role you willyou will be a part of a fast-paced, integrated, and interactive research group exploring therapeutics for oncology programs. You will be responsible for generating and communicating pharmacology data to support the progression of precision oncology and immunotherapy research programs.
Designing, conducting, analyzing and reporting in vivo and in vitro studies.
In vivo work will include animal handling and techniques such as tumor inoculation, measurement, oral, SC, IP, and IV dosing, blood and tissue collection and model development
In vitro work includes a range of cellular and biochemical assays, including multi-color flow cytometry to help interpret in vivo observations
Operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment, accurate record-keeping, and data analysis
Active participation and presentation at cross-departmental teams and meetings
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What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek will have these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
Master's degree and 1 year of laboratory experience
OR
Bachelor's degree and 3 years of laboratory experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Biology, Cell Biology, Immunology, Molecular Biology or a related subject area and 3 years of scientific laboratory experience
Hands-on experience with preclinical models of cancer and immuno-oncology
Hands-on experience administering drugs through various routes
Hands-on experience with in vivo bioluminescence imaging (BLI)
Experience collecting blood and tissues for downstream analysis
Flow cytometry and multi-parametric analysis (5+ colors) experience is strongly desired
Hands-on experience with molecular, cellular, and ex vivo biological techniques and assays
Computer literacy, especially proficiency with GraphPad Prism, Excel, PowerPoint and Word
Previous drug discovery experience
Attention to detail, translating into high-quality results
Pro-active, enthusiastic and a desire to learn and be part of a highly productive team
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What you can expect of us
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for our teammates’ professional and personal growth and well-being.
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.
Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan comprising 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 including:
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 and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns
Flexible work models, including remote 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
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.
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.
