Process Development Sr. Associate

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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.

Process Development Sr Associate Pivotal

What you will do

Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this vital role you will work in our Pivotal Drug Product Technologies Group in Thousand Oaks CA. This group is responsible for late stage drug product formulation and fill/finish process development for various biological modalities (large molecule RNA virus). Additionally the position works on ways to improve how data is analyzed and the use of statistical models to inform decisions throughout drug product development. The Scientist will provide technical and project leadership while integrating information generated by cross functional teams to ensure success through the commercialization process..

Responsibilities:

• Plan design execute and document laboratory studies related to formulation and fill/finish process development in support of product commercialization and life cycle management
• Work independently taking ownership of projects and selfmanaging work packages with appropriate communication and partner concern.
• Plan design execute and document laboratory studies related to formulation and fill/finish process development in support of product commercialization and life cycle management.
• Apply basic science/engineering skills and first principle modeling to solve technical problems
• Participate in Drug Product Commercialization Teams responsible for conducting process development on pipeline products as well as supporting commercial products in lifecycle management
• Perform data analysis using advanced statistical/analytical techniques with a proficiency in statistical analysis software
• Provide support as needed to clinical and commercial fill/finish manufacturing operations through process capability analysis troubleshooting root cause analysis and product impact assessments for nonconformance investigations and process changes/improvements
• Author and review guideline documents technical protocols reports product impact assessments and regulatory sections in support of IND and marketing application submissions
• Deliver progress reports and presentations to ensure management awareness and engagement of the current status advancement and future program functional needs
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 10% of the time

What we expect of you

We are all different yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The process development biotech/pharma professional we seek is a collaborative teamplayer with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Masters degree

OR

Bachelors degree and 2 years of scientific experience

Or

Associates degree and 4 years of scientific experience

Or

High school diploma / GED and 6 years of scientific experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Chemical Engineering Biomedical Engineering Biotechnology Pharmaceutics or related subject area or Statistics degree with experience in pharmaceutical development and manufacturing
• 2 years of postdoctoral or experience in pharmaceuticals/biotechnology industry or related field
• Experience with unit operation (i.e. filling filtration mixing etc.) specific scale down model development characterization and scaleup
• Strong problem solving and effective crossfunctional communication abilities
• Experience with coding/scripting for automated data analysis and modeling
• Experience with data visualization tools or packages such as Tableau or Spotfire
• Experience that includes elements of new product development formulation development process characterization equipment design and implementation technical transfers to global manufacturing sites statistical process control (SPC) and statistical design and analysis of experiments
• Ability to learn and act on dynamic information at a rapid pace

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

Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.

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Application deadline

External/Internal postings:

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.

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