Senior Scientist Synthetic Biology, Molecular engineering, and NGS

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Senior Scientist (5-2) Synthetic Biology Molecular Engineering and NGS

Thousand Oaks CA

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. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer heart disease inflammatory conditions rare diseases and obesity and obesity-related conditions. 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 award-winning 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.

Synthetic Biology Molecular Engineering and NGS

What you will do

What you can expect from us

Lets change the world.

Amgen Protein Therapeutics is seeking a highly motivated Scientist to join our multidisciplinary team in Thousand Oaks CA. Our group integrates protein engineering and design synthetic biology protein chemistry and advanced analytics to develop next-generation biologic therapeutics.

You are a creative critical thinker with a passion for innovation with strengths in synthetic biology and molecular this role you will help develop and deploy novel synthetic biology and sequencing workflows that enable rapid and scalable realization of complex protein designs central to advancing the frontier of therapeutic biologic development in the service of patients.

At Amgen you will:

• Deploy and execute innovative integrated synthetic biology and NGS capabilities to advance programs in Amgens large molecule portfolio.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to enable seamless design-build-test cycles at speed to drive iterative learning at scale.
• Collaborate to translate early-stage ideas into robust high-throughput experimental workflows including opportunities to contribute to automation-enabled pipelines.
• Work within and contribute towards the success of a supportive collaborative team engaging with a deep commitment to excellence in scientific rigor and inquiry high-quality data generation and documentation and clear timely and considerate communication.

What we expect of you:

We recognize that strong candidates may bring different combinations of skills and experiences. The scientific professional we seek is curious resilient and motivated to tackle complex biological problems and will have the experience that aligns with many of these qualifications. If you are excited about this role we encourage you to apply - even if you dont meet every qualification listed.

Basic Qualifications

Doctorate degree (PhD) in Molecular Biology Synthetic Biology Biochemistry or a related field
OR
Masters degree and 2 years of scientific experience
OR
Bachelors degree and 4 years of scientific experience

Required Qualifications

• Strong practical and theoretical experience in molecular/synthetic biology.
• Experience in Next Generation Sequencing.
• Demonstrated ability to optimize experiments and troubleshoot molecular biology workflows with a detail-oriented and thoughtful approach.
• Clear communicator and collegial collaborator who can work in teams to achieve excellence in fast-paced cutting-edge laboratory environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience or exposure to laboratory automation and scripting.
• Laboratory management experience that may include equipment maintenance reagent supply Laboratory Information Management Systems and capacity planning.
• Experience with NGS data analysis or high-throughput sample management and large volume data analysis and documentation.

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.

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

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.

Internal only posting (or Pre-ID candidate):

Amgen anticipates accepting applications however we may continue accepting applications beyond this date if we do not receive a sufficient number of candidates.

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 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. Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status or disability status.

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