Sr. Scientist- PKDM-BA; Immunoassay

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Sr. Scientist- PKDM-BA (Immunoassay)

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. 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.

• 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.

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

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

• 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…