Analytical Process Development Associate

Amgen; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen in Thousand Oaks seeks a Process Development Associate to perform product quality analysis and provide data to support process decisions. You will collaborate with research scientists across Amgen sites and work with cross-functional teams to enable timely project milestones.

The role emphasizes hands-on analytical work, method development, data interpretation, and clear documentation in electronic lab notebooks, with a focus on high-throughput workflows and quality systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
• Experience with liquid chromatography and capillary electrophoresis preferred.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical tests including protein concentration, pH, and chromatographic assays.
• Run UPLC/HPLC methods (SEC, Titer, CEX) and other assays.
• Document results in electronic lab notebooks and meet turnaround times.
• Collaborate with scientists across Amgen sites and cross‑functional teams.
• Prepare and present data in meetings.
• Maintain lab instruments and ensure safety/compliance.

Skills

Liquid chromatography

Capillary electrophoresis

Data analysis

Analytical results interpretation

Communication skills

Leadership

Learning new technologies

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate’s degree + 2 years of scientific experience

High school diploma / GED + 4 years of scientific experience

Job description

Amgen in Thousand Oaks seeks a Process Development Associate to perform product quality analysis and provide data to support process decisions. You will collaborate with research scientists across Amgen sites and work with cross-functional teams to enable timely project milestones.

The role emphasizes hands-on analytical work, method development, data interpretation, and clear documentation in electronic lab notebooks, with a focus on high-throughput workflows and quality systems.