Scientist

AECOM; South San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to transforming the lives of patients through innovative research. In this vital role, you will design and execute in vivo and in vitro studies, collaborating with top scientists to validate groundbreaking therapies. Your expertise in rodent handling and assay techniques will be crucial as you contribute to scientific publications and presentations. With a strong commitment to precision and excellence, you'll thrive in a collaborative environment that fosters professional growth and innovation. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact while advancing your career in a supportive culture.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefits package

Retirement and Savings Plan

Group medical, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Discretionary annual bonus program

Stock-based long-term incentives

Award-winning time-off plans

Flexible work models (remote/hybrid)

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• PhD in Immunology, biology, or pharmacology preferred.
• Experience in drug discovery and scientific excellence.
• Strong commitment to experimental precision.

Responsibilities

• Design, execute, and analyze in vivo and in vitro studies.
• Develop and optimize animal models of disease.
• Collaborate with scientists for efficient pharmacology support.

Skills

Rodent handling

Dosing techniques (IV, IP, PO, SC)

Cellular biology assay techniques

Biochemical assay techniques

Molecular biology assay techniques

Statistical analysis

Data collection

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Doctorate degree

Masters' degree with 2 years experience

Bachelor's degree with 4 years experience

Tools

GraphPad Prism

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

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. 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.

Scientist - IVP

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will ·design, execute, analyze and report in vivo and in vitro study results to project collaborators and teams.

• In lab, in vivo and in vitro bench & animal work

• Develop and optimize animal models of disease (e.g., inflammatory, autoimmune disorders).

• Collaborate with in vivo pharmacology (IVP), therapeutic area (TA) scientists, and subject matter experts to ensure efficient in vivo pharmacology support.

• Utilize in vivo pharmacology and animal models to validate and accelerate molecules through the research pipeline.

• Maintain compliance with IACUC guidelines and regulatory standards for animal welfare.

• Present results at internal meetings and external conferences.

• Contribute to scientific publications, patents and IND filing.

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is a scientist with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

• Doctorate degree

OR

• Masters' degree and 2 years relevant experience

OR

• Bachelor's degree and 4 years relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD degree in Immunology, biology, pharmacology or related disciplines, or BS/MS degree with drug discovery experience and track record of scientific excellence and productivity.

• Post-doc and industry experience will be considered.

• Strong expertise in rodent handling, dosing techniques (IV, IP, PO, SC, etc.)

• Experience designing and executing in vivo preclinical inflammation and autoimmune disease models (i.e. colitis, lupus, arthritis, skin/lung fibrosis).

• Hands-on experience in cellular, biochemical, and molecular biology assay techniques (i.e. ELISA, MSD, multi-color flow cytometry, qPCR).

• Computer literacy, especially proficiency with GraphPad Prism, Excel, PowerPoint and Word.

• Attention to detail, excellent problem-solving, organizational and communication skills, accurate & timely record keeping.

• Strong skills in data collection, statistical analysis, and interpretation.

• Strong commitment to experimental precision and reproducibility. Ability to design well-controlled in vivo studies with clear hypothesis.

• Demonstrated track record of independent critical thinking and scientific achievement.

• Passionate about science, eager to learn, and motivated to contribute to groundbreaking research

• Strong desire for professional growth with a proactive attitude toward expanding technical and scientific expertise

• Ability to work in a flexible team-oriented environment

What you can expect from 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, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible

Apply now

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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.

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. Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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.

Amgen will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Salary Range

129,926.00 USD - 154,420.00 USD