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Scientist – Molecular Immunology
What you will do
Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. Amgen’s Immunoengineering organization is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, and collaborative Scientist to join the Experimental Immunology Team at our Amgen British Columbia site.
This is a laboratory-focused position involving the design, development, and execution of molecular and cellular biology research platforms to support immunology and therapeutic discovery programs. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in molecular biology and protein biochemistry combined with broad hands-on technical expertise across multiple experimental systems and technologies. This role will contribute directly to the development of novel technologies, molecular tools, and next-generation research platforms within a highly collaborative and fast-paced research environment.
The successful candidate will have experience spanning protein engineering and characterization, bio-conjugation strategies, and molecular construct design. The position will involve work with protein expression systems, engineered fusion proteins, and molecular tagging approaches including SNAP/CLIP technologies, as well as analytical characterization techniques such as Western blotting, HPLC, and mass spectrometry. Experience designing and generating lentiviral, AAV, and plasmid-based systems is highly desired, along with expertise in primary cell culture and cellular assay development.
Additional experience working with RNA biology, RNA-protein immune complexes, and related molecular interrogation techniques will be valuable for success in this role. Well-suited applicants will demonstrate scientific curiosity, adaptability, and enthusiasm for learning and applying a wide range of experimental approaches. We are particularly interested in candidates with a broad and versatile technical skill set who are excited to work across disciplines and contribute to the development of innovative experimental capabilities and enabling technologies.
This individual will thrive in a team-oriented environment and will bring strong experimental rigor, creativity, and problem-solving skills to challenging scientific questions. The candidate should also possess excellent communication skills and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across cross-functional research teams.
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 in a related discipline with 0-2 years of experience
MSc with 3-4 years of experience.
BSc with 5+ years of experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong foundation in molecular biology, protein biochemistry, and cellular biology.
- Hands-on experience with protein design, engineering, expression, purification, and characterization workflows.
- Experience with bio-conjugation strategies and engineered protein systems including fusion proteins and SNAP/CLIP tag technologies.
- Experience using analytical and characterization techniques including Western blotting, HPLC, and mass spectrometry.
- Experience designing and generating lentiviral, AAV, and plasmid-based expression systems.
- Experience with primary cell culture and cell-based assay development.
- Experience working with RNA biology and RNA/protein immune complexes.
- Broad laboratory training with the flexibility and curiosity to work across multiple technology areas and experimental platforms.
- 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.
What you can expect of us
As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.
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The salary for this position in Canada is $109,255 - $147,815.
In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.
As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
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