ADC Development Organic & Conjugation Chemist Thousand Oaks CA
Thousand Oaks, CA - USA
Job Summary
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The hybrid Modality Group in the Protein Engineering Department at Amgen is seeking a highly motivated organic chemist to join us in the state-of-the-art research facility at the Amgen headquarters campus located in Thousand Oaks CA. The qualified candidate will work at the interface of synthetic chemistry biochemistry and chemical biology to apply their synthetic skills in developing ADC therapeutics and cutting-edge novel modalities.
Responsibilities including (but not limited to) the design synthesis purification and characterization of novel organic linkers peptides and payloads for antibody drug conjugates.
Design synthesis purification and characterization of antibody drug conjugates for therapeutic discovery.
The scientist will review analyze and interpret scientific data and results; provide regular updates documentation and/or communication on project results.
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Heres what it takes to Win
We are all different yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The dedicated individual we seek is a scientist with these qualifications.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
Basic qualifications
Doctorate degree specializing in organic chemistry biochemistry chemical biology medicinal chemistry OR
Masters degree and 3 years of laboratory experience OR
Bachelors degree and 5 years of laboratory experience
Preferred qualifications
Posdoc or 2 years of synthetic chemistry experience preferred.
Experience in the synthesis and purification of ADC linker and payloads.
Experience in bioconjugation process is preferred.
Experience with peptide synthesis and purification is preferred.
A robust understanding of structural determination using NMR and MS techniques and proficient with a range of chromatography methods (e.g. HPLC RP HPLC ion exchange size exclusion chromatography)
Demonstration of good lab practices with particular attention to safety
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work comfortably within a large team of scientists and engineers with diverse technical and cultural backgrounds.
Our culture is what makes Amgen a special place to work. We have a powerful shared purpose around our mission to serve patients. We respect one another recognize contributions and have embedded collaboration trust empowerment and inclusion in all that we do.
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Some of the vast rewards of working here
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others so we work to care for our teammates professional and personal growth and well-being.
Full support and career-development resources to expand your skills enhance your expertise and maximize your potential along your career journey.
A diverse and inclusive community of belonging where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table and act.
Salary Range
123777.00USD -167463.00USDRequired Experience:
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