Undergrad Co-op - Accelerating Attribute Sciences’ Data Compilation Capabilities & Agility

Amgen SA; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen in Cambridge, MA, invites motivated undergraduates to join the Accelerating Attribute Sciences’ Data Compilation Capabilities & Agility program. You will work with a team of chemists to develop analytical methods for late-phase drug substances and products, contributing to automated data interpretation and digital tool improvements.

The program emphasizes hands-on chemistry lab work, data analytics, and exposure to AI/machine learning.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences or related field.
• Minimum 3.0 GPA, full-time student status required.
• Location: United States, must be located in the U.S. for internship duration.

Responsibilities

• Develop analytical methods for late-phase drug substances and products.
• Collaborate with analytical chemists and organic chemists to advance analytical tools.
• Assist in automating data interpretation with AI and predictive modelling.

Skills

Python familiarity

MATLAB familiarity

AI/ML familiarity

Chromatography

Spectrometry

Organic chemistry

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Sciences

Tools

Chromatography

Spectrometry

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.

Undergrad Co-op - Accelerating Attribute Sciences’ Data Compilation Capabilities & Agility

What You Will Do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. During this program, you will help develop new analytical methods for late phase drug substances and drug products. The Scientist will work closely with a team of analytical chemists and organic chemists, responsible for the technical aspects of developing the analytical tools to gain understanding of key quality attributes in product and process for late phase synthetic programs. The scientist will be involved in advancing our capabilities in automated software solutions (integrating AI and predictive modelling) that help streamline data interpretation. This project will enable development of robust data packages for submission to agencies to advance therapies through our Amgen pipeline. You will help make data more consumable and accessible through automated software improvements and other digital tools.

Program Eligibility Requirements

• Expected completion of one year of study from an accredited college or university prior to the internship commencing
• Expected continued enrollment in an accredited college or university following the internship program
• Student must be located in the United States for the duration of the internship program
• Must be available to work a full-time schedule.

What We Expect of You

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The inquisitive individual we seek is a highly motivated freethinker with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

Amgen requires that all individuals applying for an undergrad internship or a co-op assignment at Amgen must meet the following criteria:

• 18 years or older
• Currently enrolled in a full-time Bachelor’s Degree program from an accredited college or university with a 3.0 minimum GPA or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree concentration(s) in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences or related fields
• Hands-on Chemistry Lab experience and passion
• Chromatography and Spectrometry Knowledge and Theoretical Understanding
• Synthetic/Organic Chemistry Knowledge
• Python/MATLAB and AI/machine-learning familiarity
• Basic biochemistry/peptide knowledge

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 base pay range for this opportunity in the U.S. is $28.87 per hour.

• Build a network of colleagues that will endure and grow throughout your time with us and beyond.
• Bring your authentic self to the table and become the professional you’re inspired to be through accepting a culture that values the diversity of thought and experience and will flex to your strengths and possibilities.
• Participate in executive and social networking events, as well as community volunteer projects.

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

Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. for the duration of this program. Sponsorship for future FTE roles 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 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.