Sr Principal Scientist - Non-Regulated Immunoassay Leader

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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. 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.

R-244694 Sr. Principal Scientist - Non-Regulated Immunoassay Leader

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. Amgen is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Principal Scientist – Non-Regulated Immunoassay Leader to join the PKDM organization at our Thousand Oaks, California site. This scientific leadership role will provide strategic, operational, and hands-on laboratory leadership for non-regulated immunoassay activities supporting biologics programs across a diverse therapeutic portfolio.

The successful candidate will serve as a technical leader with deep expertise in immunoassay development, qualification/validation, and bioanalysis across multiple assay platforms. This individual will lead laboratory activities, drive scientific innovation, mentor scientists, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-quality bioanalytical data supporting soluble target protein measurements and pharmacokinetic assessments.

This role requires a strong balance of scientific leadership, operational excellence, strategic thinking, and hands-on laboratory engagement in a dynamic matrixed environment.

Responsibilities include:

• Lead scientific strategy and execution for non-regulated immunoassay development and bioanalysis activities supporting pharmacokinetic and soluble target protein measurements.
• Provide technical leadership across a range of immunoassay platforms including ELISA, MSD/ECL, Gyrolab, Quanterix, AlphaLISA, and emerging technologies.
• Design, develop, optimize, qualify, and validate immunoassays supporting biologics research and development.
• Oversee sample analysis activities to ensure delivery of high-quality, scientifically rigorous data within established timelines.
• Drive operational excellence within the laboratory including workflow management, prioritization, troubleshooting, laboratory planning, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Serve as a scientific subject matter expert for immunoassay technologies and bioanalytical strategies.
• Collaborate closely with Discovery Research, Precision Medicine, Translational Safety and Risk Sciences, and cross-functional program teams.
• Interpret complex scientific data and communicate results effectively to multidisciplinary stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Mentor and develop scientific staff while fostering a collaborative and innovative scientific environment.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies to expand laboratory capabilities and improve assay performance.
• Maintain accurate scientific documentation and ensure adherence to internal standards and best scientific practices.

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 a collaborative leader with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree [and relevant post-doc where applicable] and 3 years of scientific experience

OR

Master’s degree and 6 years of scientific experience

OR

Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of scientific experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in Immunology, Biochemistry, Bioanalytical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related scientific discipline
• 5–10 years of relevant industry experience in immunoassay development and bioanalysis
• Demonstrated expertise in development, qualification/validation, and sample analysis for non-regulated immunoassays
• Strong hands-on experience across multiple immunoassay platforms and detection technologies
• Proven ability to independently lead complex scientific programs and solve technical challenges
• Experience leading laboratory operations and managing competing priorities in a matrixed environment
• Prior people management or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong understanding of bioanalytical strategies supporting biologics programs
• Excellent scientific communication, presentation, and technical writing skills
• Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive scientific strategy
• Passion for mentoring scientists and fostering technical development

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

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.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

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