Amgen is seeking a Process Development Senior Scientist to join their Drug Substance Technologies - Synthetics group at their Thousand Oaks campus. The role involves inventing and developing drug substance manufacturing processes and technologies.
About the Role
In this vital role, you will be responsible for inventing synthetic routes, developing safe and cost-effective processes, supporting cGMP manufacturing, ensuring process performance, and contributing to drug substance development teams. You will work cross-functionally to deliver regulatory documents and serve as a technical expert in organic and process chemistry.
About You
Required:
Doctorate degree in Chemistry completed by June 2026
OR Masters degree in Chemistry and 4 years of industry experience
OR Bachelors degree in Chemistry and 6 years of industry experience
Preferred:
Ph.D. in organic chemistry with a specialization in total synthesis, reaction methodology and/or mechanistic studies
Post-doctoral experience in an academic laboratory or pharmaceutical/biotech industry
Track record of peer-reviewed publications and research presentations
Demonstrated ability to work within a dynamic and interdisciplinary environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Benefits
Comprehensive employee benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions
Discretionary annual bonus program
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models where possible
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