Process Development Associate – Biologics & Cell Culture

Amgen Inc. (IR); Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen seeks a Process Development Associate to contribute to Drug Substance development for late‑stage biologics. You will design bench‑scale experiments spanning cell culture to purification, working within a cross‑functional team to improve yield and robustness.

The role provides exposure to diverse modalities, including antibodies and other biologics, with training in GMP documentation and data interpretation. A collaborative environment supports ongoing career growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant science field and hands‑on lab experience.
• Experience with mammalian cell culture and purification operations is preferred.
• Strong problem‑solving, communication, and collaboration in a dynamic team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform small‑scale bioprocess experiments covering both upstream and downstream operations.
• Maintain cell cultures in flasks, bags, and benchtop bioreactors as needed.
• Execute purification experiments including chromatography, filtration, and UF/DF operations.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Automation programming

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical, Biomedical, or related Engineering; Life Sciences; or other relevant sciences

Associate’s degree and 2 years of scientific experience

High school diploma/GED and 4 years of scientific experience

Tools

Cell culture

Protein chromatography

Filtration

Bioprocess purification

Benchtop bioreactors

Job description

Amgen seeks a Process Development Associate to contribute to Drug Substance development for late‑stage biologics. You will design bench‑scale experiments spanning cell culture to purification, working within a cross‑functional team to improve yield and robustness.

The role provides exposure to diverse modalities, including antibodies and other biologics, with training in GMP documentation and data interpretation. A collaborative environment supports ongoing career growth.