Sr. Scientist, Oncology Biomarker Discovery
Company: Amgen Inc. (IR)
Location: Thousand Oaks
Posted on: September 17, 2023
Job Description:
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R-171042 Career CategoryResearchJob DescriptionHOW MIGHT YOU DEFY
IMAGINATION?You've worked hard to become the professional you are
today and are now ready to take the next step in your career. How
will you put your skills, experience and passion to work toward
your goals? At Amgen, our shared mission-to serve patients-drives
all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world's
leading biotechnology companies, reaching over 10 million patients
worldwide. Come do your best work alongside other innovative,
driven professionals in this meaningful role.Sr. Scientist,
Oncology Biomarker DiscoveryLiveWhat you will doLet's do this.
Let's change the world. The Amgen Oncology Research is seeking a
highly motivated scientist dedicated to biomarker discovery in the
areas of cancer immunology. The focus of this role is on the
discovery of biomarkers to support the progression of therapeutic
candidates from discovery to early clinical development. Ours is a
highly matrixed environment that drives scientific and technical
innovation collaboratively. In this vital role you will interact
closely with other members of the Inflammation & Oncology group, as
well as with other functions including the Clinical Biomarker &
Diagnostics Team, Translational Medicine, Human Genetics and
Computational Biology.
- Develop deep disease area expertise for key indications
- Investigate disease biology and heterogeneity using human
genetics, single cell transcriptomics, proteomics, cellular assays
and/or disease animal models
- Discover and prioritize disease stratification and target
engagement biomarker candidates for multiple pipeline projects
- Generate and transition key pharmacodynamic and patient
stratification biomarker discovery data to support clinical
biomarker assay development
- Work together with the Clinical Biomarker Lead to support
translational biomarker activities for therapeutic assets,
including presenting at investigator meetings and advisor boards,
and participating in investigator-sponsored studies
- Publish and present at national/international
conferencesWinWhat we expect of youWe are all different, yet we all
use our unique contributions to serve patients. The dynamic
professional we seek is a scientist with these qualifications.Basic
Qualifications:Doctorate degreeORMaster's degree plus 4 years of
scientific experienceORBachelor's degree plus 6 years of scientific
experiencePreferred Qualifications:
- PhD or MD, with postdoctoral trainings and research experience
in the field of immunology, cancer biology, cancer immunology, or
molecular biology
- Demonstrated track record of independent critical thinking and
scientific achievement in research, exemplified by a strong
publication record and/or significant contributions to a
therapeutic development or biomarker discovery program
- Technical expertise in one or more of the following areas:
Multi-color flow cytometry, complex cell-based functional assays,
genetic manipulation of cell lines and/or primary cells, cell
signaling/biochemistry, in vivo mouse models of disease, and
bioinformatics
- Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to
collaborate and troubleshoot to solve problems
- Experience with implementing multiple technology platforms
- Experience working in teams and consistently delivering
resultsThriveWhat you can expect of usAs we work to develop
treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for our
teammates' professional and personal growth and well-being.The
annual base salary range for this opportunity in the U.S. is
$127,590 - $146,160. If based in South San Francisco, the annual
base salary range is $133,389 - $152,804.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 opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals,
work/life balance, and career development opportunities including:
- 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 and bi-annual company-wide
shutdowns
- Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where
possibleApply nowfor a career that defies imaginationObjects in
your future are closer than they appear. Join
us.careers.amgen.comAmgen will consider for employment qualified
applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.Salary Range127,590.00 USD -
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Us Amgen is committed to unlocking the potential of biology for
patients suffering from serious illnesses by discovering,
developing, manufacturing and delivering innovative human
therapeutics. This approach begins by using tools like advanced
human genetics to unravel the complexities of disease and
understand the fundamentals of human biology.Amgen focuses on areas
of high unmet medical need and leverages its biologics
manufacturing expertise to strive for solutions that improve health
outcomes and dramatically improve people's lives. A biotechnology
pioneer since 1980, Amgen has grown to be one of the world's
leading independent biotechnology companies, has reached millions
of patients around the world and is developing a pipeline of
medicines with breakaway potential.For more information, visit
www.amgen.com -and follow us on www.twitter.com/amgen
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