Scientist - Translational Immunology
- Employer
- Amgen
- Location
- South San Francisco, California
- Start date
- Nov 28, 2024
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- Discipline
- Science/R&D, Biotechnology, Immunology
- Required Education
- Masters Degree/MBA
- Position Type
- Full time
- Hotbed
- Biotech Bay, Best Places to Work
Job Details
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. 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.
Scientist - Translational Immunology
What you will doLets do this. Lets change the world. In this vital role you will independently develop and implement cell-based in vitro experiments to investigate the safety risks of drug candidates across Amgens Oncology, Inflammation, Cardiometabolic, Rare Disease, and Biosimilar pipeline.
Develop and implement mechanism-based in vitro model systems, including advanced cellular models (e.g., 3D cultures, organoids), to evaluate organ toxicities.
Apply advanced immunological techniques, including multiparametric flow cytometry, ELISA/MSD/Luminex, and ex vivo analyses to assess immune-mediated toxicities.
Maintain and analyze various cell types, including tumor cell lines, primary cells, immune cells, and human-induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs).
Collaborate on mechanistic investigations of toxicity and support the development and validation of novel immunological assays and screening technologies across therapeutic areas.
Present research findings to cross-functional teams and contribute to assay design and project strategy through literature-based evaluations.
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek will have these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
PhD or MD in the field of cell biology, immunology or related disciplines
Masters degree with 2 years of research experience in the field of cell biology, immunology or related disciplines
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong foundational training in immunology with demonstrated expertise in cellular immunology and cell culture techniques.
Hands-on experience with human iPSCs and advanced cellular models, such as 3D cultures or organoids.
Proven ability to independently drive projects, contribute to project design, and solve complex scientific challenges.
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, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible
for a career that defies imagination
Objects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us.
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Application deadlineAmgen 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.
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.
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.
Company
We are all different, yet we have this in common: our mission to serve patients. This sense of shared purpose is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. It guides us as we continue to launch new medicines and reach millions of patients worldwide.
We live the mission.
We win together.
We thrive on continual challenge.
Our team of 22,000+ scientists and professionals worldwide bring distinct perspectives and experiences to all we do. We leverage our global talent to achieve together—to research, manufacture and deliver ever-better products and greater depth to our mission.
At Amgen, there is a strong correlation between our high level of diversity and performance. Because addressing issues with a wider range of perspectives and approaches leads to more creative problem-solving. Together, we’re transforming the promise of science and biotechnology into therapies that have the power to restore health.
Connect with us to explore how you can Win, Live, and Thrive at Amgen.
- Website
- http://careers.amgen.com/
- Phone
- 805-447-1000
- Location
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Corporate Headquarters
One Amgen Center Drive
Thousand Oaks
California
91320-1799
United States
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