Process Development Associate
Process Development Associate
US - California - Thousand Oaks Apply NowJoin Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients
At Amgen, if you feel likeyou’repart of something bigger,it’sbecause you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.
Since 1980,we’vehelped 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, rarediseases, andobesity and obesity-related conditions.As a member of the Amgen team,you’llhelp 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’llthrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
Process Development Associate
What you will do
Let’sdo this.Let’schange the world. In this vital role you willtransform the lives of patients while transforming your career
Execute routine and moderately complex laboratory studies, under general direction, to support analyticalmethodqualification, transfer, and testing of biopharmaceutical samples.
Performaccuratesample and reagent preparation andoperateanalytical technologies such as HPLC/UPLC, UV-visible spectrophotometry, and general wet-chemistry assaysin accordance withapproved procedures and safety requirements.
Generate, calculate, review, and document data using strong data-integrity and Good Documentation Practices
Contribute to experiment records, qualification summaries, technical reports, analytical methods, and related controlled deliverables.
Support routine and time-sensitive testing, prioritizing work across concurrent requests to meet agreed timelines.
What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional weseekisleaderwith these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree
or
Associate’s degree and 2 years ofoperationsexperience
or
High school diploma/GED and 4 years ofoperationsexperience
Preferred Qualifications:
Laboratory experience in analytical testing, process development, Quality Control, or biopharmaceutical development, includingsample and reagent preparation and execution against written procedures
Hands-on experience with HPLC or UPLC; exposure to charged aerosol detection, UV/visiblespectrophotometry,and/orwet-chemistry assays.
Familiarity with protein formulationsandsurfactants such as polysorbate
Working knowledge of Good Documentation Practices, data integrity, and regulated laboratory systems; experience with chromatography data systems, electronic laboratory notebooks,and/or controlled-document workflows.
Demonstrated ability to perform calculations, recognize atypical results, troubleshoot with guidance, manage multiple priorities, communicate clearly, and deliver high-quality work in a collaborative environment.
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’llsupport 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.
careers.amgen.com
In any materials yousubmit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Application deadline
Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receivea sufficient numberor select a candidate for the position.
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 seriousdisease.
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 toparticipatein 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.
