Scientist-Multi-Specific Drug Discovery and Characterization (1 year Contract)

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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.

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Scientist-Multi-Specific Drug Discovery and Characterization (1 year Contract)

What you will do

Lets do this. Lets change the this vital role you will join our Induced Proximity Platform (IPP) team in Burnaby to establish and discover novel multi-specific antibody molecules. The Amgen IPP team specializes in the emerging proximity-based drug discovery for various Oncology Cardiometabolic and Inflammation targets.

We seek to develop and apply targeted protein degradation approaches to control pathogenic membrane and secreted proteins using multi-specific antibody molecules. The successful candidate will join our highly enthusiastic team of scientists to design characterize optimize and discover multi-specific large molecules. A competitive candidate will have a demonstrated track record of working and publishing high-quality science in a related field and have deep expertise in technical skills. We provide a well-resourced workplace for fast-paced innovative science collaboratively. Successful candidates must reside in the Greater Vancouver area. If you have a passion for cell-based antibody testing and want to be part of an organization discovering new therapeutic modalities to impact patients lives we invite you to join us!

• Routinely conduct experiments using cultured mammalian cells and use appropriate assays to characterize and optimize multi-specific degrader antibody molecules.
• Perform quantitative assays for target and antibody internalization degradation and localization using flow cytometry imaging and other applicable techniques.
• Use multimode plate readers fluorescence microscopes flow cytometers.
• Manage research projects as needed keep electronic records of experimental details and present findings to cross-functional teams.

What we expect of you

We are all different yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is an individual with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree

OR

Masters degree & 2 years of directly related research experience

Or

Bachelors degree & 4 years of directly related research experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Broad knowledge and understanding of cellular and molecular biology familiarity with endo/lysosomal protein sorting and trafficking.
• Previous experience with in vitro testing and characterization of antibody molecules or cellular mechanism of action studies.
• Significant experience with quantitative cell-based assays and techniques including Flow cytometry Microscopy and Western Blotting.
• Experience with generation of transgenic cell lines is a bonus.
• Excellent time management and organization skills.
• Eager to work in teams and seek collaboration as required by the project to achieve project goals on time.

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 well support your journey every step of the way.

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The base salary range for this position in Canada is $110717 - $140299 CAD

In addition to the base salary Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.

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

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.

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