Associate / Sr Associate - Biologics Discovery (14-Month Contract)

At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.

Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. 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.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Associate / Sr Associate - Biologics Discovery (14 month contract)

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world.

Amgen is a leading global biotechnology company, with a mission to serve patients around the world. As a science-based, patient-focused organization, we discover and develop innovative therapies to treat serious illnesses. Our medicines have made a dramatic difference in the lives of millions.

Amgen British Columbia, located in Metro Vancouver, Canada, is a research center of excellence specializing in biologics discovery, including fully human therapeutic monoclonal antibodies. We seek a highly motivated early career scientist to join our Binder Discovery and Characterization Team as a Flow Cytometry Associate. In this role, you will perform flow cytometry testing and analysis, including sample preparation, instrument calibration, data acquisition, and data analysis. Your expertise will contribute to the development of novel antibody-based therapeutics for serious illnesses, working alongside an innovative team with a strong track record in pioneering antibody-based therapeutics.

1. Perform all aspects of flow cytometry testing and analysis, preparing samples by following specific protocols, preparing reagents and calibrating the flow cytometry instruments.
2. Acquire and analyze data using flow cytometry instruments by setting up the instrument, running the samples, and using software to analyze the data collected.
3. Maintain and troubleshoot flow cytometry instrumentation.
4. Develop and optimize flow cytometry assays enhancing their accuracy and efficiency.
5. Ensure timely project completion and associated tasks, maintain detailed documentation, present project results.
6. Collaborate closely with scientists on research projects, sharing data, discussing results, and contributing to the planning and execution of experiments.

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

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. 2+ years experience with flow cytometry-based cell assay development.
2. Experience with FACS based cell sorting an asset.
3. Familiarity with various flow cytometry platforms an asset (e.g. Beckman Coulter CytoFLEX, Becton Dickinson FACSAria etc.).
4. Familiarity with flow cytometry data analysis (Flowjo, FCS express), principles and techniques.
5. Experience with instrument troubleshooting.
6. Mammalian tissue culture; primary cell culture skills an asset.
7. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
8. Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
9. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

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.

The annual base salary range for this opportunity in Canada is 67,000 CAD – 110,000 CAD.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers the following to staff on contract:

1. An option of a comprehensive health benefits package, or an additional 10% “in lieu of benefits” allowance.
2. Award-winning time-off plans and annual company-wide shutdowns.
3. Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible.
4. Robust Learning and Development opportunities.

for a career that defies imagination

Objects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us.

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.