Process Development Principal Scientist – Synthetic Peptides, Oligonucleotides, ADCs at Amgen
Thousand Oaks, CA 91358
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Career CategoryProcess DevelopmentJob DescriptionHOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?If you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are
At Amgen, our shared mission—to serve patients—drives all that we do
It is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies
We are global collaborators who achieve together—researching, manufacturing, and delivering ever-better products that reach over 10 million patients worldwide
It’s time for a career you can be proud of.Process Development Principal Scientist – Synthetic Peptides, Oligonucleotides, ADCsLiveWhat you will doLet’s do this
Let’s change the world
In this role Amgen is seeking Process Development Principal Scientist with industry experience in the manufacturing of synthetic peptides, oligonucleotides, and/or antibody drug conjugates to join our Drug Substance Technologies - Synthetics (DSTS) group
Amgen’s DSTS group within Process Development (PD) is responsible for the invention, development, characterization, and implementation of synthetic drug substance manufacturing processes and technologies to advance Amgen's innovative small molecule and hybrid portfolio
The Principal Scientist role will include supporting the development of efficient and sustainable manufacturing processes to prepare peptides, oligonucleotides, and/or antibody drug conjugates, driving technology innovation to support bio-conjugation, and providing technical expertise towards manufacturing and commercialization.Key Responsibilities:Work with a diverse team of synthetic chemists, chemical engineers and analytical chemists to develop sustainable and cost-effective processes for synthetic peptide, oligonucleotide, and/or antibody drug conjugate manufacturingDrive technology innovation in the synthesis, purification, and characterization of bio-conjugatesSupport cGMP manufacturing and technology transfer to large-scale production facilitiesDevelop strategies to ensure process performance through process understanding, modeling and characterizationGuide successful completion of project deliverables and ensure timelines are metWork cross-functionally to deliver regulatory documents and support regulatory filingsServe as a technical expert and keep current in the field of peptide, oligonucleotide, and antibody drug conjugate manufacturingCoach and provide career and scientific / technical advice to colleagues within the organizationWinWhat we expect of youWe are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients
The scientific professional we seek will possess these qualifications.Basic Qualifications:Doctorate degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Chemical Biology with 2+ years of industry experienceOrMaster’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Chemical Biology and 5+ years of industry experienceOrBachelor’s degree and 7 years of industry experiencePreferred Qualifications:Experience working in pharmaceutical industry with expertise in synthetic peptide, oligonucleotide, and/or antibody drug conjugate process development and manufacturing with working knowledge of regulatory expectationsExtensive hands-on expertise in the synthesis and purification of peptides, oligonucleotides, and/or antibody drug conjugates and experience with bio-conjugation techniquesProficiency in analytical characterization techniques such as Hydrophobic Interaction Chromatography (HIC)-HPLC, Size Exclusion Chromatography (SEC), Liquid Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS), Ion-Exchange (IEX), and Reversed Phase (RP)-HPLC.Demonstrated ability to work within a dynamic and interdisciplinary environment to achieve resultsPeople-centered leadership skills in building strong teams through mutual trust and respect and exhibits Amgen leadership attributes of inspire, accelerate, integrate, and adaptProven track record of publications, patents and presentationsThriveWhat you can expect of usAs we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for our teammates’ professional and personal growth and well-being.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.Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan comprising 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 including: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 planStock-based long-term incentivesAward-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdownsFlexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possibleApply nowfor a career that defies imaginationObjects in your future are closer than they appear
Join us.careers.amgen.comAmgen 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..Salary Range136,662.00 USD - 164,812.00 USDSummaryLocation: US - California - Thousand OaksType: Full time
At Amgen, our shared mission—to serve patients—drives all that we do
It is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies
We are global collaborators who achieve together—researching, manufacturing, and delivering ever-better products that reach over 10 million patients worldwide
It’s time for a career you can be proud of.Process Development Principal Scientist – Synthetic Peptides, Oligonucleotides, ADCsLiveWhat you will doLet’s do this
Let’s change the world
In this role Amgen is seeking Process Development Principal Scientist with industry experience in the manufacturing of synthetic peptides, oligonucleotides, and/or antibody drug conjugates to join our Drug Substance Technologies - Synthetics (DSTS) group
Amgen’s DSTS group within Process Development (PD) is responsible for the invention, development, characterization, and implementation of synthetic drug substance manufacturing processes and technologies to advance Amgen's innovative small molecule and hybrid portfolio
The Principal Scientist role will include supporting the development of efficient and sustainable manufacturing processes to prepare peptides, oligonucleotides, and/or antibody drug conjugates, driving technology innovation to support bio-conjugation, and providing technical expertise towards manufacturing and commercialization.Key Responsibilities:Work with a diverse team of synthetic chemists, chemical engineers and analytical chemists to develop sustainable and cost-effective processes for synthetic peptide, oligonucleotide, and/or antibody drug conjugate manufacturingDrive technology innovation in the synthesis, purification, and characterization of bio-conjugatesSupport cGMP manufacturing and technology transfer to large-scale production facilitiesDevelop strategies to ensure process performance through process understanding, modeling and characterizationGuide successful completion of project deliverables and ensure timelines are metWork cross-functionally to deliver regulatory documents and support regulatory filingsServe as a technical expert and keep current in the field of peptide, oligonucleotide, and antibody drug conjugate manufacturingCoach and provide career and scientific / technical advice to colleagues within the organizationWinWhat we expect of youWe are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients
The scientific professional we seek will possess these qualifications.Basic Qualifications:Doctorate degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Chemical Biology with 2+ years of industry experienceOrMaster’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Chemical Biology and 5+ years of industry experienceOrBachelor’s degree and 7 years of industry experiencePreferred Qualifications:Experience working in pharmaceutical industry with expertise in synthetic peptide, oligonucleotide, and/or antibody drug conjugate process development and manufacturing with working knowledge of regulatory expectationsExtensive hands-on expertise in the synthesis and purification of peptides, oligonucleotides, and/or antibody drug conjugates and experience with bio-conjugation techniquesProficiency in analytical characterization techniques such as Hydrophobic Interaction Chromatography (HIC)-HPLC, Size Exclusion Chromatography (SEC), Liquid Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS), Ion-Exchange (IEX), and Reversed Phase (RP)-HPLC.Demonstrated ability to work within a dynamic and interdisciplinary environment to achieve resultsPeople-centered leadership skills in building strong teams through mutual trust and respect and exhibits Amgen leadership attributes of inspire, accelerate, integrate, and adaptProven track record of publications, patents and presentationsThriveWhat you can expect of usAs we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for our teammates’ professional and personal growth and well-being.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.Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan comprising 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 including: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 planStock-based long-term incentivesAward-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdownsFlexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possibleApply nowfor a career that defies imaginationObjects in your future are closer than they appear
Join us.careers.amgen.comAmgen 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..Salary Range136,662.00 USD - 164,812.00 USDSummaryLocation: US - California - Thousand OaksType: Full time
