Scientist - LC-MS Bioanalytical
Amgen
September 25, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (Thousand Oaks, CA)
Worldwide
Clinical Research and Development
Role: LC-MS Bioanalytical Scientist supporting development and validation of quantitative LC–MS/MS methods for biopharmaceutical modalities including small molecules, oligonucleotides, and proteins. Objectives include expanding discovery-stage bioanalysis within PKDM–BA, supporting GLP preclinical and clinical activities, and modernizing automation to enhance throughput and sensitivity. Responsibilities involve designing, executing, and documenting experiments, analyzing and interpreting data, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The role requires authoring reports, SOPs, and technical documents, as well as collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and contributing to scientific publications. Qualifications: Doctorate with relevant experience, or Master’s with 2+ years, or Bachelor's with 4+ years in bioanalytical or related roles. Preferred skills include expertise in triple quadrupole and HRMS mass spectrometry, experience with automated sample preparation platforms, and knowledge of GLP/GCP environments. High-value specifics include work on complex molecular entities, regulated bioanalysis, and support for preclinical and clinical phases. The position involves laboratory-based work with a focus on assay development, validation, and automation, with potential cross-functional interactions across research, development, and regulatory teams. Work setup details and travel expectations are not specified.