Associate – Protein Chemistry - Purification

Initial Therapeutics, Inc.; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive employee benefits package

Annual bonus program

Stock-based long-term incentives

Award-winning time-off plans

Flexible work models

Job summary

Initial Therapeutics, Inc. in Thousand Oaks, California, is looking for an Associate in Protein Chemistry. This role focuses on purifying novel therapeutic molecules and supporting candidate selection through research and analytics.

The ideal candidate should possess a background in life sciences with experience in protein purification. Strong communication and teamwork abilities are essential. A comprehensive benefits package and flexible work options are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences or equivalent experience.
• Experience with protein purification and analytics.
• Strong communication and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Purify novel and complex molecules as part of therapeutics.
• Support lead candidate selection through analysis and reporting.
• Collaborate with teams to advance drug development.

Skills

Protein purification

Chromatography resins

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

Associate's degree plus 4 years of relevant scientific experience

High school diploma/GED plus 6 years of protein purification experience

Tools

Instrumentation

Software for data analysis

Job description

Associate Protein Chemistry – Purification

What you will do

Amgen is seeking a highly motivated Associate to join the Protein Therapeutics (PT) Protein Chemistry team. The role focuses on the engineering, production, assessment, and final selection of large molecule drug candidates that advance to Process Development.

Responsibilities

• Purify novel and complex molecules that represent the next generation of large molecule therapeutics.
• Contribute to the execution of our protein purification and analytics capabilities.
• Organize, analyze, and report findings to support lead candidate selection.
• Partner with Project, Analytics and Automation teams to advance the pipeline.

What we expect of you

We value collaboration and motivation. The ideal candidate has:

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences, or
• Associate’s degree plus 4 years of relevant scientific experience, or
• High school diploma / GED plus 6 years of protein purification and/or protein analytics experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, ability to multi-task, and collaborative in a cross‑functional environment.
• Independent critical thinking and creative problem‑solving track record.
• Experience with protein purification, chromatography resins, instrumentation, and software.
• Familiarity with protein analytics fundamentals and techniques.
• Experience handling and analyzing large datasets.

What you can expect from us

• 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.
• Stock‑based long‑term incentives.
• Award‑winning time‑off plans.
• Flexible work models where possible.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.