Process Development Associate Scientist

Amgen Inc.; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Medical insurance

Disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Stock incentives

Bonus program

Time off

Job summary

Amgen Inc. is seeking a Process Development Associate Scientist in Thousand Oaks to advance spray-drying formulations and process development from lab to manufacturing scale.

You will collaborate across Drug Product Technologies and participate in experimental design, data interpretation, and digital solution adoption. Candidates should hold a Master’s or Bachelor’s with relevant experience, and bring strong communication skills and a proactive, innovative mindset to improve efficiency and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and 1 year of scientific experience or a Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of scientific experience.
• Industry experience in pharmaceutical formulation and spray-drying is preferred.
• Ability to design, execute, and interpret experimental results.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on experience in spray-drying formulation and process development, including experimental design, process optimization, data analysis, and characterization of spray-dried materials.
• Understanding of spray-drying process scale-up from laboratory to manufacturing scale, including equipment considerations, technology transfer, process troubleshooting, and identification of critical process parameters and quality attributes.
• Interface within the Drug Product Technologies Department as a team member to support programs and initiatives.
• Contribute to the completion of experimental design and execution and assist in the analysis and interpretation of data.
• Utilize digital tools and emerging AI-enabled solutions to improve experimental efficiency, data analysis, and scientific insight generation.
• Contribute to technical problem-solving efforts and identify opportunities for automation and digital solutions to improve efficiency and reduce repetitive manual tasks.
• Actively contribute to process improvements, strategy development, and cross-functional partnerships that promote consistent and efficient practices across late-stage clinical and commercial synthetic programs.
• Organize and communicate information within the team to help lead to the best possible formulation and processes.

Skills

Spray-drying formulation

Process development

Data analysis

AI-enabled solutions

Cross-functional teamwork

Automation mindset

Education

Master’s degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences/Chemical or Pharmaceutical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or related field

Job description

Career Category

Scientific

Job Description

Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients

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

Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s 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, you’ll 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, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Process Development Associate Scientist

What you will do

• Hands-on experience in spray-drying formulation and process development, including experimental design, process optimization, data analysis, and characterization of spray-dried materials.
• Understanding of spray-drying process scale-up from laboratory to manufacturing scale, including equipment considerations, technology transfer, process troubleshooting, and identification of critical process parameters and quality attributes.
• Interface within the Drug Product Technologies Department as a team member to support programs and initiatives.
• Contribute to the completion of experimental design and execution and assist in the analysis and interpretation of data.
• Utilize digital tools and emerging AI-enabled solutions to improve experimental efficiency, data analysis, and scientific insight generation.
• Contribute to technical problem-solving efforts and identify opportunities for automation and digital solutions to improve efficiency and reduce repetitive manual tasks.
• Actively contribute to process improvements, strategy development, and cross-functional partnerships that promote consistent and efficient practices across late-stage clinical and commercial synthetic programs.
• Organize and communicate information within the team to help lead to the best possible formulation and processes.

What we expect of you

Basic Qualifications:

• Master’s degree and 1 years of scientific experience
• OR
• Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of scientific experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical or Pharmaceutical Engineering, Chemistry, or a life sciences-related field, with relevant industry experience.
• Understanding of the typical unit operations for the manufacture of oral solid dosage forms (i.e., granulation, roller compaction, drying, milling, blending, compression, film coating, etc.).
• Basic understanding of the physical and chemical stability of synthetic molecules, enabling formulations, amorphous solid dispersions, and how manufacturing processes, including spray drying, HME, roller compaction, and compression, impact product quality.
• Ability to design, execute, and interpret experimental results.
• Strong problem-solving skills applied to the formulation and characterization of parenteral and oral synthetic molecules.
• 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.
• 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, we’ll 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.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

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.

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Salary Range

90,442.55USD -122,363.45 USD

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.