Robotics Platform Operator
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Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients
At Amgen if you feel like youre part of something bigger its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do.
Since 1980 weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds 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 youll 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 awardwinning culture is collaborative innovative and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
Robotics Platform Operator
What you will do
Lets do this. Lets change the world. Amgen is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join the Automated Screening Platform (ASP) team in Thousand Oaks CA. In this vital role you will be responsible for the daytoday operation of integrated automation platform(s) that support the early drug discovery efforts of the Lead Discovery & Characterization department. As such the successful candidate will work in a highly collaborative and fastpaced environment to maintain platform readiness and create test optimize and efficiently execute automated highthroughput protocols to support the work of Amgens Research Scientists and ensure the delivery of highquality results in a timely manner.
Key Responsibilities:
- Daily operation of robotic platform(s) & laboratory automation to execute a variety of processes to include but not limited to highthroughput biochemical and cellbased assays cell culture and maintenance high content imaging and automated microscale chemical synthesis.
- Performing quality control and calibration of equipment for both accuracy & precision.
- Troubleshooting of various lab instrumentation and automation.
- Optimizing workflows and protocols to increase throughput improve data quality and/or reduce consumable consumption.
- Assisting scientists to successfully develop transfer and execute processes on the integrated platforms and ancillary equipment.
- Efficiently manage of both scheduled and adhoc maintenance of robotic platform and associated equipment by aligning with both internal stakeholders and external vendors.
- Ensuring all tasks and responsibilities are performed according to industryleading scientific standards & accurately documented in SOPs.
- Monitoring technological developments in the field & evaluation of new technologies
- Maintaining consumable inventories for the robotic platforms
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 selfstarter with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
Masters Degree
Or
Bachelors Degree and 2 years of experience in the field of automated platform operation
Or
Associates degree and 4 years of experience in the field of automated platform operation
Or
High school diploma/GED and 6 years of experience in the field of automated platform operation
Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters in either chemical biology biology chemistry engineering biomedical engineering or a relevant field
- Experience in operating and maintaining integrated lab automation platforms ideally.
- Experience programming scheduling software.
- Basic understanding of electrical mechanical fluidic and pneumatic systems as well as knowledge of the software controlling the instruments and integrated systems.
- Experience running and troubleshooting lab instrumentation including but not limited to liquid handlers acoustic dispensers multimode plate readers compound transfer devices etc.
- Ability to adapt to a constantly evolving environment
- Proven troubleshooting and problemsolving skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to work in teams Demonstrated successful interpersonal relationships with peers and colleagues in other scientific disciplines
- High level of selfmotivation and flexibility
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 wellbeing. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture well 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 salesbased incentive plan
- Stockbased longterm incentives
- Awardwinning timeoff 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.
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 serious disease.
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 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.
.Salary Range
87310.00 USD 101426.00 USDEmployment Type
Full-Time
