Scientist, Experimental Immunology (Contract)

Amgen; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

A biopharmaceutical company in Burnaby is looking for a dedicated individual to join their Experimental Immunology Team. You will be responsible for developing and executing immunological assays and performing primary immune cell culture. The ideal candidate should have a relevant degree and scientific laboratory experience, alongside strong teamwork and communication skills. This role is a chance to contribute to innovative research that transforms patient lives and offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• BS/MS degree required.
• 2+ years of scientific laboratory experience preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute novel immunological assays.
• Perform primary immune cell culture.
• Contribute to scientific problem-solving.

Skills

Immunology

Cell culture

Scientific analysis

Flow cytometry

ELISA

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in related field

Tools

ELISA

Flow cytometry

Job description

Career Category Scientific Job Description Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.

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. 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.

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will join the Experimental Immunology Team at our Amgen British Columbia site. The individual would be responsible for designing, optimizing and executing novel immunological screens and assays to support the development of new discovery research platforms.

• Develop, optimize and execute novel immunological assays
• Perform the isolation and culture of primary immune cells
• Contribute to the development of new protocols and platforms that leverage flow cytometry or other functional immune cell readouts
• Contribute to the development and execution of existing discovery platforms by performing tissue processing, primary cell culture, and standard immunological assays.

Well-suited applicant will have broad laboratory training, deep scientific curiosity and a positive approach to working in a team-based research environment. This individual will also have a track record of creative problem-solving and enthusiasm for tackling difficult research challenges.

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is an individual with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications

• BS/MS degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cell/Molecular Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry or a related discipline and 2 years+ of scientific laboratory experience.
• Strong foundational understanding of immunology and cellular biology
• Experience with performing immunology assays including ELISA, ELISpots and flow cytometry.
• Experience in tissue processing protocols and sample tracking/management
• Expertise with aseptic cell culture techniques including:
• Isolation and culture of primary immune cells
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Desire to be a team player in a dynamic, cross-functional environment.
• Demonstrated scientific analysis and problem-solving skills.

What you can expect of us

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, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

Amgen is proud to have been recognized as one of LinkedIn Top 25 Companies in Canada for career growth. Click HERE for more details.

The salary range for this position in Canada is $110,717 - $140,299 CAD.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.

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

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.