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Process Development Associate Scientist

Amgen
September 05, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Cambridge, MA)
Worldwide
Operations
Role: Process Development Associate Scientist focused on developing and optimizing cell culture and purification processes for Amgenโ€™s late-stage pipeline of biologics, primarily recombinant proteins. Responsibilities include conducting mammalian cell culture and purification experiments (filtration, chromatography) at bench and pilot scale, documenting data, analyzing results, authoring technical reports, and supporting process transfer to manufacturing. The role emphasizes process robustness, yield improvement, and regulatory support. Qualifications: Masterโ€™s degree or equivalent experience with 2+ years in bioprocess development; hands-on expertise in cell culture or protein purification, with familiarity in Design of Experiments and statistical analysis preferred. High-value specifics: biologics (recombinant proteins), mammalian cell culture, process development for late-stage clinical trials, regulatory documentation, and process transfer. Collaboration involves working within cross-disciplinary teams in a dynamic, team-oriented environment. Work setup: not specified; likely on-site with potential for collaborative or hybrid arrangements.