Scientist - In Vivo Pharmacology

Company: Amgen
Location: South San Francisco
Posted on: February 22, 2026

Job Description:

Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do. Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds 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, youll 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, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career. Scientist In Vivo Pharmacology What you will do Lets do this. Lets change the world. Amgen is seeking In vivo support for mouse and rat studies. We're looking for someone with strong common sense and commitment to animal welfare. In this vital role you will support discovery research. The technical tasks include performing procedures on laboratory rodents such as handling, dosing via multiple routes, clinical health assessments, biologic sample collection and necropsy. Additional tasks will include training and competency assessment of researchers and assisting with development of new surgical techniques and in vivo research models. The individual will also be responsible for review and compliance with all applicable SOPs, business practices and company policies. What we expect of you We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The committed and creative professional we seek is a team player with these qualifications. Basic Qualifications: Doctorate degree biology, biochemistry, pharmacology or similar Or Masters degree biology, biochemistry, pharmacology or similar and 2 years of biopharmaceutical industry and/or an academic laboratory experience Or Bachelors degree biology, biochemistry, pharmacology or similar and 4 years of biopharmaceutical industry and/or an academic laboratory experience Preferred Qualifications: Undergraduate degree in life sciences such as biology, biochemistry, pharmacology or similar and 6-10 years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry and/or an academic laboratory Competency with multiple routes of in vivo dosing (IP, PO, SC, IV), different kinds of blood collection methods (cardiac, submental) and serum/plasma processing, necropsy expertise, perfusion methods, IVIS imaging, and strong general awareness of animal welfare and attention to detail is strongly preferred. Competency with preparing reagents (following instructions, performing calculations, etc). Experience with echocardiography is strongly preferred Primary support will be mouse work, but ability to handle rats and perform some skills is highly preferred. Good organizational skills and excellent attention to detail are vital to this position. Experience handling and performing basic manipulations with laboratory rodents is a must. A background in rodent technique training and rodent surgical experience is a plus. Familiarity with cardiovascular disease and inflammation models is a plus. What you can expect of us 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, well support your journey every step of the way. The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications. In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include: A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending accounts A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan Stock-based long-term incentives Award-winning time-off plans Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team. careers.amgen.com In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Application deadline Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position. 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.

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