Principal Scientist - Immunogenicity Bioanalytical Sciences

Amgen SA; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive employee benefits package

Discretionary annual bonus program

Stock-based long-term incentives

Flexible work models

Job summary

Initial Therapeutics, Inc. seeks a Principal Scientist for its Immunogenicity Bioanalytical Sciences group in Thousand Oaks, California. The role centers on developing and validating assays for detecting anti-drug antibodies for large molecule therapeutics. Candidates should possess a strong background in biochemistry and immunology, with a demonstrated ability to lead projects and mentor teammates.

The position offers a collaborative work environment and opportunities for professional growth, with a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Doctorate plus 2 years of relevant industry experience.
• Masters plus 5 years of relevant industry experience.
• Bachelors plus 7 years of relevant industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop assays for ADAs and NAbs detection.
• Collaborate with drug development and research teams.
• Mentor laboratory staff.

Skills

Immunogenicity assay development

Statistical analysis

Project management

Collaboration

Education

Doctorate in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, or related field

Masters degree

Bachelors degree

Job description

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

Principal Scientist - Immunogenicity Bioanalytical Sciences

What you will do

The Pharmacokinetics & Drug Metabolism and Bioanalytical Sciences (PKDM-BA) organization is seeking a Principal Scientist in our Immunogenicity Bioanalytical Sciences (IGBA) group. In this vital role you will support the design, development, validation, and implementation of assays for the detection of binding and neutralizing anti‑drug antibodies (ADAs & NAbs) for Amgen’s large molecule/protein therapeutics to support GLP preclinical and regulated clinical studies. Such molecules will inherently be diverse in nature and will require technical expertise in the implementation of suitable and innovative immunogenicity methods in accordance with global regulatory guidelines.

This role will involve close collaboration with representatives from the drug development team, research groups, and compliance to ensure suitability of the assay format for the therapeutic program. You will work closely with an outsourcing team for the transfer of assays to global bioanalytical CROs. You will also be responsible for contributing to regulatory filing documents and for providing responses to questions received upon regulatory review. Given the breadth of projects, this role will involve highly multidisciplinary interactions with scientists across research and development at Amgen and will provide an opportunity to supervise or mentor laboratory staff.

What we expect of you

Basic Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Immunology, or a related field [and relevant post‑doc where applicable] and 2 years of scientific/technical industry experience
• OR Masters degree and 5 years of scientific/technical industry experience
• OR Bachelors degree and 7 years of scientific/technical industry experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated expertise in the development, validation, and oversight of immunogenicity assays for detection of anti‑drug binding and neutralizing antibodies according to current global regulatory guidelines
• Experience working under Good Laboratory Practices (GLPs) and knowledge of Good Clinical Practices (GCP) guidelines
• Experience in the transfer of immunogenicity assays to bioanalytical CROs
• Knowledge of statistical approaches applied to immunogenicity assays
• Knowledge of drug‑tolerant assay formats for ADA and NAb detection
• Knowledge of cell‑based assay formats for NAb detection
• Knowledge of predictive immunogenicity methods using cell based or ligand binding methods
• Supervisory and mentoring experience in a lab setting
• Ability to analyze and interpret data to assist in assay development, validation, and troubleshooting
• Ability to multi‑task and manage multiple projects, strong verbal and written communication skills with a high degree of motivation, creativity and collaborative qualities
• Previous experience working in a matrixed environment to implement immunogenicity assay development, validation, and sample analysis
• Project management skills to meet critical timelines associated with various activities necessary to support nonclinical and clinical studies
• Ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams while also working independently

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 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 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 where possible

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.