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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.

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Associate Scientist - Functional Genomics

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. The Amgen Functional Genomics organization is seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist to join the research team at our facility in South San Francisco. This Associate Scientist will join an enthusiastic, fast-paced team to provide key sample, reagent, and experimental supports to advance target discovery and progression across Amgen’s therapeutic areas.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare key tissues and samples for genomics and proteomics assays

• Culture in vitro models including cell lines and organoids for discovery efforts

• Prepare and implement molecular and biological tools for experimental studies

• Contribute to profiling experiments, including transcriptomics, proteomics, imaging, and cytometry-based assays

• Make actionable decisions as a technical expert

• Collaborate closely with other team members on experimental design and execution

• Present research findings at internal team meetings you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The qualified professional we seek is an Associate Scientist with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Master’s degree with 1 year experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, genomics, or related fields or

Bachelor’s degree with 3 years experience in molecular biology, biochemistry, or genomics or related fields

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience with cell culture and tissue preparation

• Demonstrated experience with sample prep for genomics and/or proteomics

• Experiences with cell biology tools such as antibody- based enrichment, cell fractionation, or membrane bound protein preparation

• Experience with molecular biology such as CRISPR, overexpression constructs, lentivirus, etc

• Experience with profiling assays including transcriptomics, imaging, and cytometry

• Proficiency with experimental design

• Strong written and verbal communication skills as well as the ability to thrive in a cross-functional setting

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, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible

Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.

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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.

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