Amgen Scientist In vivo Pharmacology – Apply Now!
Amgen, a global leader in biotechnology, is hiring an Scientist – In Vivo Pharmacology (IVP) in South San Francisco. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking research in immunology, pharmacology, and drug discovery. If you have expertise in in vivo pharmacology and preclinical models, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact in advancing innovative therapies.
Job Position: Scientist – IVP
Job ID: R-208297
Location: US – California – South San Francisco
Category: Scientific
Salary Range: 119,462.00 USD – 141,618.00 USD
About Amgen
At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.
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.
What you will do
In this vital role, you will:
- Design, execute, analyze, and report in vivo and in vitro study results to project collaborators and teams.
- Develop and optimize animal models of disease (e.g., inflammatory, autoimmune disorders).
- Collaborate with in vivo pharmacology (IVP), therapeutic area (TA) scientists, and subject matter experts to ensure efficient in vivo pharmacology support.
- Utilize in vivo pharmacology and animal models to validate and accelerate molecules through the research pipeline.
- Maintain compliance with IACUC guidelines and regulatory standards for animal welfare.
- Present results at internal meetings and external conferences.
- Contribute to scientific publications, patents, and IND filing.
What we expect of you
Experience:
- Doctorate degree OR Masters’ degree and 2 years relevant experience OR Bachelor’s degree and 4 years relevant experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD degree in Immunology, biology, pharmacology, or related disciplines, or BS/MS degree with drug discovery experience and track record of scientific excellence and productivity.
- Post-doc and industry experience will be considered.
- Strong expertise in rodent handling, dosing techniques (IV, IP, PO, SC, etc.).
- Experience designing and executing in vivo preclinical inflammation and autoimmune disease models.
- Hands-on experience in cellular, biochemical, and molecular biology assay techniques.
- Computer literacy, especially proficiency with GraphPad Prism, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
What you can expect from us
From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.
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