Job Description

Career Category Scientific

HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?
Youve worked hard to become the professional you are today and are now ready to take the next step in your career. How will you put your skills, experience and passion to work toward your goals? At Amgen, our shared mission to serve patients drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the worlds leading biotechnology companies, reaching over 10 million patients worldwide. Come do your best work alongside other innovative, driven professionals in this meaningful role.
Scientist - Experimental Immunology (Contract)
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What you will do
Lets do this. Lets change the world. Amgens Large Molecule Discovery organization is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, and collaborative Scientist to join the Experimental Immunology Team at our Amgen British Columbia site.
This is a wet-lab focused position that involves the design and implementation of a new immunology-focused research program. The ideal candidate will have a deep foundational understanding of immunology with a background in immune ontogeny, virology, or vaccinology preferred. This position will involve the development and execution of novel experimental platforms, target identification and validation, assay development, primary cell culture and the utilization of multiple molecular biology techniques/technologies. Well-suited applicants will have broad laboratory training, deep scientific curiosity, and a positive approach to working in a team-based research environment. This individual will also have a track record of high-quality research and relevant publications, creative problem-solving and enthusiasm for tackling difficult research challenges.
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What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is a candidate with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
PhD
Preferred Qualifications:

• Deep understanding of immunology with a relevant sub-focus.
• Extensive wet-lab experience including previous experience with immune response modeling and immunophenotyping.
• Experience performing standard immunology assays including ELISA, ELISpots and flow cytometry.
• A proven research record with relevant publications
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Desire to be a team player in a dynamic, cross-functional environment.
• Demonstrated scientific analysis and problem-solving skills.

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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.
The salary range for this position in Canada is $96,000 - $135,000 CAD
In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.
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