Scientist - In Vivo Pharmacology

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As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll 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, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

We are seeking an enthusiastic, collaborative Scientist to join our In Vivo Pharmacology Team in the Oncology Therapeutic Area in Thousand Oaks, CA. In this vital role you will be responsible for generating and communicating pharmacology data to support the progression of oncology and immunotherapy research programs.

• Designing, conducting, analyzing, and reporting in vivo and in vitro studies.
• In vivo work will include rodent handling and procedures such as dosing (PO, SC, IP, IV), clinical health assessments and biologic sample collection.
• In vitro work includes a range of cellular assays including multiparametric flow cytometry and molecular biology techniques to help interpret in vivo observations.
• Operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment, accurate and timely record‑keeping, and data analysis.
• Active participation and presentation at cross‑departmental teams and meetings.
• Review and compliance with all applicable SOPs, business practices and company policies.

The professional we seek is a unique individual with the following qualifications.

• Doctorate degree, or
• Master’s degree and ≥2 years of In Vivo Pharmacology experience, or
• Bachelor’s degree and ≥4 years of In Vivo Pharmacology experience.

• PhD in a related field and advanced and proficient understanding and use of technical principles, theories, and concepts.
• Proficient in handling, manipulating and performing procedures with laboratory rodents.
• Experience with rodent dosing via multiple routes (PO, SC, IP, IV).
• Proven expertise in the analysis and interpretation of scientific data.
• Highly motivated, collaborative and with excellent attention to detail.
• Positive approach working in a highly dynamic, team‑based research environment.
• Familiarity with oncology disease models.
• Experience with multiparametric flow cytometry.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated technical aptitude and a strong work ethic.
• Organizational and notebook/record keeping skills.
• Computer literacy, e.g., Graph Pad Prism, Excel, PowerPoint and Word.

We support your professional and personal growth and well‑being through competitive benefits and a collaborative culture.

• 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.

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 comprising health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with retirement savings opportunities, work/life balance, and career development opportunities.

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

Final date to receive applications:
No deadline; applications accepted until position filled.

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

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.

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