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Associate Scientist - Cardiometabolic Disorders. The Department of Cardiometabolic Disorders at Amgen Inc. is currently seeking a dedicated Associate Scientist to contribute to our research efforts in developing new treatments for cardiometabolic diseases.. Execute in vitro and ex vivo.. The associate scientist we seek is technically adept with these qualifications.. In vitro experience with cultured cell lines, siRNA transfection techniques, western blotting, quantitative PCR techniques, RNA/DNA isolation, laboratory automation, high-content imaging technology, and fluorescence microscopy.

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HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION? You’ve 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 world’s leading biotechnology companies, reaching over 10 million patients worldwide. Come do your best work alongside other innovative, driven professionals in this meaningful role. Associate Scientist - Cardiometabolic Disorders Live What You Will Do Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. The Department of Cardiometabolic Disorders at Amgen Inc. is currently seeking a dedicated Associate Scientist to contribute to our research efforts in developing new treatments for cardiometabolic diseases. This role requires a commitment to developing a deep understanding of the pathogenic mechanisms that underlie obesity. In this vital role, you will drive discovery efforts to identify how Amgen’s innovative biological modalities can improve the lives of patients who suffer from heart failure and related co-morbidities. Responsibilities: <ul><li>Work collaboratively with a team of expert cardiometabolic scientists.</li><li>Present research discoveries to Amgen colleagues and scientific meetings (oral/poster presentations and publish scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals).</li><li>Lead ethical high-quality research experiments in accordance with regulatory agencies and compliance guidelines.</li><li>Assist in the development of medium to low throughput assays used to support both small and large-molecule drug development programs.</li><li>Execute in vitro and ex vivo. It is critical that the candidate is familiar with the pathophysiology of obesity, heart diseases, and related co-morbidities.</li><li>Perform and analyze laboratory experiments, including troubleshooting, optimization of assays, data collection, interpretation, biostatistical analysis, and presentation. </li></ul>Win What We Expect Of You We are all different, yet we all use our outstanding contributions to serve patients. The associate scientist we seek is technically adept with these qualifications. Basic Qualifications: <ul><li>Master’s degree and 1 year of direct experience</li><li>Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of direct experience; AND</li><li>Complete understanding and use of technical principles, theories, and concepts to perform a wide range of work in a role. </li></ul>Preferred Qualifications: <ul><li>2 or more years of experience in cardiometabolic research in industry or academic settings.</li><li>Willing to work in a team environment and possess good laboratory documentation skills.</li><li>Ability to perform in vitro assays to dissect the mechanism of action of therapeutic molecules in fibroblasts, adipocytes, endothelial cells, and other relevant cardiac cell types.</li><li>In vitro experience with cultured cell lines, siRNA transfection techniques, western blotting, quantitative PCR techniques, RNA/DNA isolation, laboratory automation, high-content imaging technology, and fluorescence microscopy. </li></ul>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’ professional and personal growth and well-being. 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: <ul><li>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.</li><li>A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan</li><li>Stock-based long-term incentives</li><li>Award-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns</li><li>Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible </li></ul>Apply now for a career that defies imagination Objects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us! careers.amgen.com 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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