Amgen Inc

Sr. Scientist- PKDM-BA (Immunoassay)

US - California - Thousand Oaks · Senior

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About the role

Since 1980, we've helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world's toughest diseases.
With our focus on four therapeutic areas -Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease- we reach millions of patients each year.
Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based.

This position will support biologics programs through the development, qualification, validation, and execution of non-regulated immunoassays used for pharmacokinetic and soluble target protein measurements.
The successful candidate will bring strong hands-on laboratory expertise and a proven track record of developing and executing immunoassays across multiple platforms.
This individual will work collaboratively with cross-functional partners to generate high-quality bioanalytical data that supports key program decisions throughout drug development.
Develop, optimize, qualify, validate, and execute non-regulated immunoassays supporting pharmacokinetic and soluble target protein measurements.
Perform sample analysis using a variety of immunoassay platforms including ELISA, MSD/ECL, Gyrolab, Quanterix, AlphaLISA, and other relevant technologies.
Independently design experiments, analyze results, troubleshoot technical issues, and implement assay improvements.
Collaborate with scientists across Discovery Research, Precision Medicine, Translational Safety and Risk Sciences, and other functional areas.
Maintain accurate laboratory records, experimental documentation, and data management practices.
Support laboratory operations including instrument maintenance, reagent qualification, inventory management, and continuous process improvements.

Doctorate degree PhD OR PharmD OR MD [and relevant post-doc where applicable]
Master's degree and 3 years of scientific experience
Bachelor's degree and 5 years of scientific experience
Perform assay transfer, method qualification, and validation activities as required to support program objectives.

Master's degree in Immunology, Biochemistry, Bioanalytical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related scientific discipline
3-5 years of industry experience in immunoassay development and bioanalysis
Strong hands-on expertise with immunoassay platforms including ELISA, MSD/ECL, Gyrolab, Quanterix, AlphaLISA, or related technologies
Experience supporting pharmacokinetic and soluble target protein measurements for biologics programs
Proven ability to independently conduct laboratory experiments, troubleshoot assay performance issues, and analyze complex datasets
Strong understanding of immunoassay principles, assay optimization, and bioanalytical best practices
Experience performing sample analysis and generating high-quality bioanalytical data in a regulated or non-regulated research environment
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients.

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.
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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.
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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