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Scientist - In vivo pharmacology - Discovery Research

BioSpace
South San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/1/2026
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As a member of the Amgen team, youll 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.

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Scientist - In vivo pharmacology-Discovery Research

What You Will Do

Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this vital role you will be an in vivo pharmacologist supporting several programs across Discovery research.

Key Responsibilities

  • Performing a range of procedures in laboratory rodents, such as handling, multi-route dosing, clinical health assessments, biologic sample collection, and necropsy.
  • Ex vivo sample processing and analysis
  • contributing to the development and optimization of surgical techniques and in vivo research models.
  • ensure full compliance with all applicable SOPs, IACUC protocols, and company policies, including maintaining accurate and detailed electronic laboratory records.


What We Expect Of You

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The Scientist we seek is a seasoned professional with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications

Doctorate degree

OR

Masters degree and 2 years of biopharmaceutical industry and/or academic laboratory experience

OR

Bachelors degree and 4 years of biopharmaceutical industry and/or academic laboratory experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Extensive hands-on experience handling and performing routine procedures with laboratory rodents is required.
  • Proficiency in multiple in vivo dosing routes (IP, PO, SC, IV), diverse blood collection methods (e.g., cardiac, submental), serum/plasma processing, necropsy, perfusion techniques, IVIS imaging, and small rodent survival surgery, with a strong emphasis on animal welfare.
  • Strong organizational skills, a high level of accuracy, commitment to record keeping, and attention to detail are essential.
  • Proficiency in reagent preparation, including following protocols, performing calculations, and applying sterile technique.
  • Experience with cardiovascular and inflammation models is preferred.
  • Additional desirable skills include echocardiography, En face aortic preparation, single-cell preparation (including flow cytometry), and tissue processing for RNA, protein, and ELISA-based analyses.


What you can expect from 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, well support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

In Addition To The Base Salary, Amgen Offers a Total Rewards Plan, Based On Eligibility, Comprising Of 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 That May Include

  • A 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
  • A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
  • Stock-based long-term incentives
  • Award-winning time-off plans
  • Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.


Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.

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Application deadline

Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

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.

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. 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.

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