Job Description

Career Category Scientific



HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?

If you feel like you\xe2\x80\x99re part of something bigger, it\xe2\x80\x99s because you are. At Amgen, our shared mission\xe2\x80\x94to serve patients\xe2\x80\x94drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world\xe2\x80\x99s leading biotechnology companies. We are global collaborators who achieve together\xe2\x80\x94researching, manufacturing, and delivering ever-better products that reach over 10 million patients worldwide. It\xe2\x80\x99s time for a career you can be proud of.

Group Leader \xe2\x80\x93 Targeting RNA with Molecular Glues

Live

What you will do

Let\xe2\x80\x99s do this. Let\xe2\x80\x99s change the world. Amgen\xe2\x80\x99s Induced Proximity Platform (IPP) is seeking a Principal Scientist and Group Leader to build a new team focused on the study of RNA binding proteins. The IPP is charged with developing Amgen\xe2\x80\x99s newest drug modalities aimed at expanding the druggable genome through the use of Proximity Biology. This new team will focus on modulating disease biology by targeting RNA binding proteins and mRNA with small molecule molecular glues.

The Group Leader will be a key strategic partner in the IPP.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate cross-functional activities, including external academic engagement.
• Hire a new, multidisciplinary team to support early discovery, establishing novel mRNA targeting technology through RNA binding proteins, advancing our pipeline, publishing, and mentoring early career scientists.
• The ideal candidate will have broad laboratory training, deep scientific curiosity and a positive approach to working in a team-based research environment along with a track record of creative problem-solving and enthusiasm for taking on difficult research challenges.
• Experience in RNA biology, RNA binding proteins, biochemistry, cell biology, and molecular biology are required.

Win

What we expect of you

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

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate Degree with 2 years experience

OR

Master\xe2\x80\x99s degree and 5years of related scientific experience

OR

Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree and 7 years of related scientific experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. with postdoctoral training and research experience in the field of RNA biology
• Strong capability as a mentor
• Need to be able to demonstrate a track record of independent critical thinking and scientific achievement in research, exemplified by a strong publication record
• Broad knowledge of molecular and cellular biology
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and can work effectively in a highly collaborative research environment.
• Flexibility to work in teams to achieve changing project goals and meet timelines
• Detailed knowledge in RNA binding proteins, including structure, function, and disease associations
• Experience evaluating RNA structure
• Desire to be a team player in a dynamic, cross-functional environment

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\xe2\x80\x99 professional and personal growth and well-being.

The annual base salary range for this opportunity in the U.S. is $133,587-161,231.

In addition to the base salary, 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

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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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Salary Range 133,587.00 USD - 161,231.00 USD

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