Role OverviewJoin Amgen's Mission of Serving Patients. As a Senior Scientist - Medicinal Chemistry, you will be part of an innovative Medicinal Chemistry group, responsible for designing, synthesizing, and purifying novel compounds for potential clinical drug development.
What You Will Do
Conduct laboratory experiments, plan detailed procedures, review and analyze scientific data, and collaborate with other scientists. Additional responsibilities may include advising supervisors, participating in national and international meetings, and mentoring research associates.
Why It Might Be a Fit
We are looking for a Sr. Scientist with a Doctorate degree in chemistry specializing in organic synthesis, 2+ years of experience in synthetic organic or medicinal chemistry, and a consistent track record of academic accomplishments.
Requirements
- Doctorate degree in chemistry specializing in organic synthesis
- 2+ years of experience in synthetic organic or medicinal chemistry
- Consistent track record of academic accomplishments
- Demonstration of good lab practices
- Clear understanding of structural determination using NMR and MS techniques
- Knowledge of related purification methods
- Initial understanding of biological and pharmaceutical principles
- Excellent communication skills (both written and oral)
- Leadership skills and the ability to work well in teams
Benefits
- Comprehensive employee benefits package
- Discretionary annual bonus program
- Stock-based long-term incentives
- Award-winning time-off plans
- Flexible work models
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life and disability insurance
- Group medical, dental and vision coverage
- Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions
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