Process Development Associate

BioSpace; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Retirement and Savings Plan with Gener

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Stock-based long-term incentives

Job summary

Amgen in Thousand Oaks is seeking a Process Development Associate to join a team advancing analytical methods for early-phase protein therapeutics. You will provide technical expertise in HPLC, Capillary Electrophoresis, and related analytical methods while leveraging AI, automation, and digital collaboration to speed results and improve consistency across programs.

The ideal candidate has a relevant degree, hands-on LC/CE experience, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; science field preferred.
• Alternative: associate's degree with 2+ years scientific experience.
• Or high school diploma with 4+ years scientific experience.
• Preferred: degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Perform and evaluate analytical data with LC, CE, and related methods.
• Support method optimization, verification, and troubleshooting.
• Identify opportunities for automation to reduce manual tasks.
• Contribute to process improvements and cross-functional partnerships.
• Ensure deliverables meet GDP and compliance standards.

Skills

Analytical data analysis

Automation opportunities

GDP/compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree +2 years experience

High school diploma/GED +4 years experience

Tools

Liquid chromatography

Capillary electrophoresis

Mass spectrometry

Job description

Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients

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. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity-related conditions. 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.

Process Development Associate

What you will do

Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this vital role you will join a team driving smarter and connected ways of working. This role supports analytical needs for early-phase development of protein therapeutics.

The successful candidate will provide technical expertise in HPLC, Capillary Electrophoresis (CE), and related analytical methods, while also leveraging AI, automation, and digital collaboration platforms to accelerate science, reduce cycle times, and improve consistency across programs.

• Generate, analyze, and critically evaluate analytical data (LC, CE, mass spectrometry, and related methods).
• Support analytical method optimization, method verification, troubleshooting method related issues.
• Provide technical leadership and identify opportunities for automation to reduce manual, repetitive tasks.
• Actively contribute to process improvements, strategy development, and cross-functional partnerships that promote consistent.
• and efficient practices across Pre-Pivotal Biologics.
• Steward analytical deliverables with accuracy, compliance, and adherence to Good Documentation Practices (GDP).

What we expect of you

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

Qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree
• OR
• Associates degree and 2 years of Scientific experience
• OR
• High school diploma / GED and 4 years of Scientific experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Molecular Biology related field experience
• 1+ years of experience in industrial analytical laboratories supporting characterization of protein therapeutics
• Hands-on experience with liquid chromatography, capillary electrophoresis, and strong understanding of protein biophysical
• properties.
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for presenting scientific results in a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary
• environment.
• Proven ability to work effectively in collaborative, team-based settings.
• Attention to detail, compliance with GDP, and ability to adapt to dynamic priorities.
• A proactive, curious, and innovative mindset, with enthusiasm for applying digital solutions to scientific challenges.

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, 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 where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.

In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Application deadline

Amgen 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.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

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