Process Development Scientist

Lifelancer
Thousand Oaks, CA
Job Description
Amgen is seeking a Process Development Scientist to join its Commercial Attribute Sciences group in Thousand Oaks, California. The successful candidate will lead analytical method lifecycle management activities, contribute to global regulatory filings, and provide analytical method subject matter expert leadership support of product quality and method-related investigations.

Requirements

  • Doctorate degree OR Master's degree and 2 years of relevant experience OR Bachelor's degree and 4 years of relevant experience
  • Advanced degree in Bioanalytical Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biochemical or Chemical Engineering
  • 3+ years pharmaceutical/biotech experience in process development and analytical method development
  • Deep understanding of product quality attributes and control strategies, quality attribute assessments, and Quality Target Product Profile throughout the lifecycle of a product
  • Commanding knowledge of analytical methods/technologies such as Chromatography, CE, General Assays (e.g. pH, Osmolality, Karl Fisher titration, etc.), Gels, Bioassays and Immunoassays used to test diverse modalities including monoclonal and bispecific antibodies, bispecific T-cell engagers (“BiTEs”), synthetic peptides and biosimilar products
  • Analytical project leadership experience
  • Strong leadership skills and ability independently lead
  • Solid understanding of GMP requirements and familiarity with USP monographs and chapters, as well ICH guidance documents related to analytical method transfer and validation
  • Experience with developing, implementing and commercializing methods for in-process testing, process characterization, release and stability testing
  • Strong understanding of regulatory expectations related to analytical control strategies, familiar with applicable US and worldwide regulatory requirements
  • Strong understanding of drug substance and drug product manufacturing processes
  • Experience with regulatory filings and commercial quality systems
  • Experience working closely with process engineers and quality control laboratories to generate and interpret analytical data to provide enhanced understanding and guidance around process understanding and control
  • Experience with QbD and PAT, as applied to pharmaceutical development
  • Experience managing and transferring commercial production and test methods
  • Strong communication skills and ability to provide cross-functional leadership and guidance to CMC and non-clinical teams, e.g. informing and defending the Quality Target Product Profile
  • A diplomatic approach – trusting and respectful interaction with global colleagues from a broad diversity of backgrounds – emphasis on listening
  • Excellent technical writing skills and attention to detail in authoring technical reports and regulatory filing documents
  • A self-starter and teammate with strong decision-making skills
  • Ability to multitask, clearly plan and effectively follow through on complex deliverables

Benefits

  • Comprehensive employee benefits package
  • Discretionary annual bonus program
  • Stock-based long-term incentives
  • Award-winning time-off plans
  • Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements
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