Senior Analytical Scientist — Lead Pharma Method Development

Amgen; Thousand Oaks (CA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen is seeking an Analytical Senior Scientist in Thousand Oaks, CA, to work with analytical chemists, organic chemists, and formulators on analytical methods for manufacturing processes and products.

The role involves developing and transferring analytical methods, ensuring GMP/GLP compliance, and coordinating with contract sites. Strong background in analytical chemistry and cross-functional leadership is required.

Qualifications

• PhD or PharmD or MD with post-doc where applicable
• Master’s degree with 3+ years scientific experience or Bachelor’s with 5+ years experience
• Strong background in analytical development and method transfer

Responsibilities

• Develop analytical tools to understand attributes for synthetic manufacturing.
• Define analytical control strategies for development of pivotal clinical programs.
• Collaborate with drug substance and product process development teams.
• Manage activities at contract manufacturing/testing sites.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

Organic chemistry

HPLC/UPLC

Education

PhD in Analytical Chemistry

PharmD

MD

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

HPLC

UPLC

Mass spectrometry

NMR

FTIR

Job description

Amgen is seeking an Analytical Senior Scientist in Thousand Oaks, CA, to work with analytical chemists, organic chemists, and formulators on analytical methods for manufacturing processes and products.

The role involves developing and transferring analytical methods, ensuring GMP/GLP compliance, and coordinating with contract sites. Strong background in analytical chemistry and cross-functional leadership is required.