Associate, Membrane Protein Biochemistry
Amgen
June 30, 2026
On-site
South San Francisco, CA
Clinical Research and Development
Associate, Membrane Protein Biochemistry
What You Will Do
Purify polytopic membrane protein (MP) targets into stable formulations with detailed analytical characterization to advance large- and small-molecule therapeutic discovery programs and develop MP platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Purify membrane proteins (MP) on small to large-scale (ÄKTA systems) and apply quality-focused analytical methods such as HPLC/UPLC to characterize deliverables.
- Record experimental work in the electronic laboratory notebook (ELN) and prepare specification documents (e.g., SOPs) and technical reports to support quality, compliance, and best practices.
- Organize and report findings to support membrane protein deliverable handoffs.
- Collaborate cross-functionally as an excellent team player.
- Additional responsibilities may include expression of membrane proteins in native and heterologous cell lines.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in life sciences.
- OR Associate’s degree and 2 years of relevant scientific experience.
- OR High school diploma/GED and 4 years of protein purification and/or protein analytics experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline.
- Familiarity with protein purification fundamentals and techniques.
- Strong communication skills; ability to multi-task and work collaboratively in a cross-functional team.
- Comfort using standard laboratory software and MS Office.
Total Rewards Plan (if applicable/eligibility-based)
- Comprehensive benefits package including Retirement and Savings Plan, group medical/dental/vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts.
- Discretionary annual bonus (or sales-based incentive for field sales).
- Stock-based long-term incentives, award-winning time-off plans, and flexible work models where possible.
Application Instructions
- Apply via careers.amgen.com; no application deadline—applications are accepted until a sufficient number are received or a candidate is selected.
What You Will Do
Purify polytopic membrane protein (MP) targets into stable formulations with detailed analytical characterization to advance large- and small-molecule therapeutic discovery programs and develop MP platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Purify membrane proteins (MP) on small to large-scale (ÄKTA systems) and apply quality-focused analytical methods such as HPLC/UPLC to characterize deliverables.
- Record experimental work in the electronic laboratory notebook (ELN) and prepare specification documents (e.g., SOPs) and technical reports to support quality, compliance, and best practices.
- Organize and report findings to support membrane protein deliverable handoffs.
- Collaborate cross-functionally as an excellent team player.
- Additional responsibilities may include expression of membrane proteins in native and heterologous cell lines.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in life sciences.
- OR Associate’s degree and 2 years of relevant scientific experience.
- OR High school diploma/GED and 4 years of protein purification and/or protein analytics experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline.
- Familiarity with protein purification fundamentals and techniques.
- Strong communication skills; ability to multi-task and work collaboratively in a cross-functional team.
- Comfort using standard laboratory software and MS Office.
Total Rewards Plan (if applicable/eligibility-based)
- Comprehensive benefits package including Retirement and Savings Plan, group medical/dental/vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts.
- Discretionary annual bonus (or sales-based incentive for field sales).
- Stock-based long-term incentives, award-winning time-off plans, and flexible work models where possible.
Application Instructions
- Apply via careers.amgen.com; no application deadline—applications are accepted until a sufficient number are received or a candidate is selected.