Senior Scientist (Small Molecule, Synthetics)
Amgen · Thousand Oaks, CA
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Role summary
This senior scientist role focuses on small molecule drug product development within a cross-functional team. The successful candidate will design experiments, execute design-of-experiments studies, and provide technical chemistry expertise to support pivotal and commercial programs while collaborating across multiple departments including regulatory, quality, and clinical functions.
What they're looking for
- PhD in organic chemistry, physical chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, or pharmaceutical sciences
- Deep understanding of organic molecules, their assemblies, and physicochemical properties
- Expertise in solid-state chemistry and characterization techniques (XRPD, DSC, TGA, SEM)
- Prior pharmaceutical industry experience with oral solid dosage forms
- Proficiency in designing and conducting independent formulation research
- Exceptional technical writing and cross-functional collaboration skills
What you'll be doing
- Develop creative functional strategies and execute design-of-experiments for pivotal drug development programs
- Apply organic chemistry expertise to innovate drug product development approaches within cross-functional teams
- Design and execute experiments supporting drug product development objectives
- Provide technical expertise on structure, reactivity, and physicochemical properties of drug substances and excipients
- Summarize experimental results in technical documents, regulatory filings, and presentations
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