Scientist, Membrane Protein Biochemistry

About the role

This is an onsite laboratory position at our South San Francisco site. 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.

Responsibilities

• Independently devise and implement state-of-the-art membrane protein production strategies through conducting laboratory experiments with rigorous documentation and emphasis on quality of deliverables
• Analyze and interpret scientific data with the intent to communicate results to audiences with diverse scientific backgrounds
• Collaborate with other scientists to plan methodological approaches, necessary resources, timelines, and milestones to drive defined projects forward
• Additional responsibilities include keeping current in membrane protein expertise to advise supervisors and colleagues on future membrane protein technology development strategies

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related discipline
• OR Masters degree and 2 years of relevant laboratory experience
• OR Bachelors degree and 4 years of relevant laboratory experience
• Ph.D. plus 0-2 years of relevant postdoctoral experience preferred
• Demonstration of independent design, execution, and interpretation of experiments and results, as exemplified by a solid publication record with first-author publication(s)
• Proven expertise with KTA systems and analytical methods for membrane protein characterization using quality-focused analytical methods such as HPLC/UPLC (SEC, fSEC), spectroscopy, or mass spectrometry.
• Proven expertise in structural biology or dissection of MP molecular pharmacology is a plus
• Excellent communication skills (both written and oral), leadership skills and the ability to work well in teams in a fast-paced environment