Senior Scientist, Membrane Protein Biochemistry
Amgen · South San Francisco, CA
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Role summary
Senior Scientist position in membrane protein biochemistry within Discovery Protein Science. Responsibilities include designing recombinant production strategies for polytopic membrane proteins, analytical characterization, and developing platform capabilities for therapeutic discovery programs.
What they're looking for
- PhD, PharmD, MD with postdoctoral experience, or Master's degree with 3+ years relevant laboratory experience
- Expertise with ÄKTA systems and analytical methods (HPLC/UPLC, SEC, fSEC, spectroscopy, mass spectrometry)
- Proven track record of scientific accomplishments including peer-reviewed publications or patents
- Strong written and oral communication skills with leadership and teamwork abilities
- Knowledge of structural biology or membrane protein molecular pharmacology preferred
What you'll be doing
- Devise and implement membrane protein production strategies through independent laboratory experiments with rigorous documentation
- Analyze scientific data and communicate results to diverse scientific audiences
- Collaborate with scientists to plan methodological approaches, resources, timelines, and project milestones
- Mentor junior scientists and technical staff while advising on future membrane protein technology strategies
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