Principal Scientist, Oncology Biomarker Discovery | Alabaster, AL

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  • Location: South San Francisco

  • Company: Amgen

key to our becoming one of the world's leading biotechnology companies, reaching over 10 million patients worldwide. Come do your best work alongside other innovative, driven professionals in this meaningful role. Sr. Scientist, Oncology Biomarker Discovery Live What you will do Let's do this.

Let's change the world. The Amgen Oncology Research is seeking a highly motivated scientist dedicated to biomarker discovery in the areas of cancer immunology. The focus of this role is on the discovery of biomarkers to support the progression of therapeutic candidates from discovery to early clinical development. Ours is a highly matrixed environment that drives scientific and technical innovation

collaboratively. In this vital role you will interact closely with other members of the Inflammation & Oncology group, as well as with other functions including the Clinical Biomarker & Diagnostics Team, Translational Medicine, Human Genetics and Computational Biology.

Develop deep disease area expertise for key indications Investigate disease biology and heterogeneity using human genetics, single cell transcriptomics, proteomics, cellular assays and/or disease animal models Discover and prioritize disease stratification and target engagement biomarker candidates for multiple pipeline projects Generate and transition key pharmacodynamic and patient stratification biomarker discovery data

to support clinical biomarker assay development Work together with the Clinical Biomarker Lead to support translational biomarker activities for therapeutic assets, including presenting at investigator meetings and advisor boards, and participating in investigator-sponsored studies Publish and present at national/international conferences Win 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 and 3 years of scientific experience ORMaster's degree and 6 years of scientific experience ORBachelor's degree and 8 years of scientific experience Preferred Qualifications: Ph D or MD, with postdoctoral trainings and research experience in the field of immunology, cancer biology, cancer immunology, or molecular biology Demonstrated track record of independent critical thinking and scientific achievement in research, exemplified by a strong publication record and/or significant contributions to a therapeutic development or biomarker discovery program Technical expertise in one or more of the following areas: Multi-color flow cytometry, complex cell-based functional assays, genetic manipulation of cell lines and/or primary cells, cell signaling/biochemistry, in vivo mouse models of disease, and bioinformatics Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to collaborate and troubleshoot to solve problems Experience with implementing multiple technology platforms Experience working in teams and consistently delivering results Thrive What you can expect of us As 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. 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 plan Stock-based long-term incentives Award-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible Apply now for a career that defies imagination Objects in your future are closer than they appear.

Join us. careers. Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, interaction, interactionual 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. Amgen will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Salary Range 158,148.00 USD - 173,481.00 USD

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