Senior Scientist - In Vivo Cardiometabolic Disorders

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Job description

Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do.

Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds 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, youll 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, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Senior Scientist - In Vivo Cardiometabolic DisordersWhat you will do

Lets do this. Lets change the world. The Department of Cardiometabolic Disorders is currently seeking a dedicated in vivo scientist to contribute to our research efforts in developing new treatments for cardiometabolic diseases. This role requires a commitment to developing a deep understanding of the pathogenic mechanisms that underlie obesity. In this vital role, you will be driving discovery efforts to identify how Amgen innovative biological modalities can improve the lives of patients who suffer from obesity and related co-morbidities

Key Responsibilities:

• Identification of new therapeutic targets and preclinical validation. The candidate is expected to be continuously aware of scientific developments in cardiometabolic disease, with an emphasis on obesity.
• Work collaboratively with a team of expert cardiometabolic scientists.
• Present research discoveries to AMGEN colleagues and scientific meetings (oral or poster presentations and publish scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals).
• Lead ethical, high-quality research experiments in accordance with regulatory agencies and compliance guidelines.
• Design or assist in the screen and/or mechanism of action efforts using preclinical models to support both small and large molecule drug development programs.
• Design and implement high quality neuroscience/neurobiology in vivo studies
• Independently design, perform, and analyze laboratory experiments, including troubleshooting, optimization of assays, data collection, interpretation, biostatistical analysis, and presentation.
• Participation in cross-functional drug development teams as a key intellectual and technical contributor.
• Function optimally in a team-based or collaborative environment as part of a highly integrated team, possess excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, and demonstrate the ability to produce reliable and reproducible results.

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The dynamic professional we seek is a scientist with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree PhD OR PharmD OR MD and relevant post-doc where applicable

Or

Masters degree and 3 years of relevant experience

Or

Bachelors degree and 5 years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills (ability to build strong productive working relationships with direct colleagues as well as cross functional partners)
• Strong team player mentality with desire to work in very collaborative, interactive and dynamic group
• Deep understanding of rodent brain anatomy/physiology
• Proven track record of scientific and technical innovation with in vivo study design and execution, focusing on neuroscience/neurobiology
• Demonstrated experience of strong technical and surgical neuroscience skills in rodents (extensive experience with stereotaxic procedures; brain cannulations; direct brain injections; identification/isolation of distinct brain regions)
• Demonstrated experience in successfully taking research goal from original inception to final comprehensive high-quality data set

What you can expect from 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, well 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

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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.

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. Amgen 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.

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