Sr. Scientist- PKDM-BA (Immunoassay)

Amgen • Thousand Oaks, CA

2d • $130,384 - $176,402 • Onsite

About The Position

Amgen is seeking a motivated and scientifically rigorous Senior Scientist – Non-Regulated Immunoassays to join the PKDM organization at our Thousand Oaks, California site. This position will support biologics programs through the development, qualification, validation, and execution of non-regulated immunoassays used for pharmacokinetic and soluble target protein measurements. The successful candidate will bring strong hands-on laboratory expertise and a proven track record of developing and executing immunoassays across multiple platforms. This individual will work collaboratively with cross-functional partners to generate high-quality bioanalytical data that supports key program decisions throughout drug development. This role is highly laboratory-focused and requires extensive experience designing, troubleshooting, validating, and performing immunoassays in a fast-paced research environment.

Requirements

• Doctorate degree PhD OR PharmD OR MD [and relevant post-doc where applicable]
• OR Master’s degree and 3 years of scientific experience
• OR Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of scientific experience

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Immunology, Biochemistry, Bioanalytical Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related scientific discipline
• 3–5 years of industry experience in immunoassay development and bioanalysis
• Demonstrated experience developing, qualifying, validating, and executing non-regulated immunoassays
• Strong hands-on expertise with immunoassay platforms including ELISA, MSD/ECL, Gyrolab, Quanterix, AlphaLISA, or related technologies
• Experience supporting pharmacokinetic and soluble target protein measurements for biologics programs
• Proven ability to independently conduct laboratory experiments, troubleshoot assay performance issues, and analyze complex datasets
• Strong understanding of immunoassay principles, assay optimization, and bioanalytical best practices
• Experience performing sample analysis and generating high-quality bioanalytical data in a regulated or non-regulated research environment
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including technical report writing and presentation of scientific results
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, qualify, validate, and execute non-regulated immunoassays supporting pharmacokinetic and soluble target protein measurements.
• Perform sample analysis using a variety of immunoassay platforms including ELISA, MSD/ECL, Gyrolab, Quanterix, AlphaLISA, and other relevant technologies.
• Independently design experiments, analyze results, troubleshoot technical issues, and implement assay improvements.
• Generate high-quality, reproducible data while adhering to established scientific standards and laboratory procedures.
• Perform assay transfer, method qualification, and validation activities as required to support program objectives.
• Analyze and interpret experimental results and communicate findings through technical reports, presentations, and team discussions.
• Collaborate with scientists across Discovery Research, Precision Medicine, Translational Safety and Risk Sciences, and other functional areas.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records, experimental documentation, and data management practices.
• Contribute to evaluation and implementation of new immunoassay technologies and methodologies.
• Support laboratory operations including instrument maintenance, reagent qualification, inventory management, and continuous process improvements.

Benefits

• 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 where possible.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree