Job Description

HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION? Do more with the knowledge you\xe2\x80\x99re working hard to acquire and the passion you already have. 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, reaching over 10 million patients worldwide. Through this program, you will acquire the valuable hands-on skills and foundational experience to become the professional you are meant to be in your chosen field.

Undergraduate Co-op Student \xe2\x80\x93 R&D Biologics Discovery (Cell and Molecular Biology)

September 5th 2023 \xe2\x80\x93 April 30th 2024 Work location: onsite at Amgen British Columbia (Burnaby)

Live

This could be your everyday The mammalian display technologies team at Amgen BC is looking for a motivated, enthusiastic student to join the group. The successful co-op will be responsible for the development of methodologies involved in antibody discovery and screening. Tasks will include, but are not limited to, cell culture, transient/stable transfections, flow cytometry, high content screening, as well as molecular cloning and PCR. This work will contribute to the advancement of our antibody discovery technology platforms by creating new approaches in antibody screening and identification. This exciting opportunity will enable the co-op to gain practical scientific experience in one of the most promising areas of the biotechnology industry.

Essential Functions:

• Perform cell and molecular biology techniques including mammalian cell culture, transfections, PCR, cloning and expression, flow cytometry, and high content screening.
• Complete a research project that supports our antibody discovery platform or novel technology development efforts that are aligned with the department\xe2\x80\x99s objectives.
• Experimental design, data analysis, and documentation.
• Communicate data progress at internal meetings, give an oral presentation to the site at the completion of the term, and participate in scientific exchange with Amgen Scientists from other sites as opportunities arise.

Win

Here\xe2\x80\x99s what it takes to Win We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The highly motivated individual we seek is a collaborative team player with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications

Amgen requires that all individuals applying for a grad internship or a co-op assignment at Amgen must meet the following criteria:

• 18 years or older
• Currently enrolled in a full-time Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s Degree program from an accredited college or university with a 3.0 minimum GPA or equivalent
• Completion of one year of study from an accredited college or university prior to the internship commencing
• Enrolled in a full-time Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree program following the potential internship or co-op assignment with an accredited college or university
• Must not be employed at the time the internship starts

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree concentration(s) in Biology, Immunology/Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Life Sciences, or related fields
• Able to work for two consecutive four-month terms with continued employment for the second term dependent on a positive performance review at the end of the first term
• Previous lab experience, completion of previous co-op term(s)
• Prior experience in tissue culture or molecular biology is desired
• Strong written and oral communications skills
• Interpersonal skills as well as excellent verbal, written communication & presentation skills.
• Excellent organizational, record keeping and time management skills

Thrive

Some of the vast rewards of working here 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 in addition to their well-being: The base pay range for this opportunity in the U.S. is [input market pay range].

• Build a network of colleagues that will endure and grow throughout your time with us and beyond.
• Bring your authentic self to the table and become the professional you\xe2\x80\x99re inspired to be through accepting a culture that values the diversity of thought and experience and will flex to your strengths and possibilities.
• Participate in executive and social networking events, as well as community volunteer projects.

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If you\'re seeking a career where you can truly make a difference in the lives of others, a career where you can work at the absolute forefront of biotechnology with the top minds in the field, you\'ll find it at Amgen.

Amgen, a biotechnology pioneer, discovers, develops and delivers innovative human therapeutics. Our medicines have helped millions of patients in the fight against cancers, kidney disease, rheumatoid arthritis and other serious illnesses.

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