Senior Associate Quality Control - Days
Amgen Inc.
November 10, 2026
Full-time
On-site
West Greenwich, RI
Operations
Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients
At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.
Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline and portfolio of medicines to treat heart disease, obesity and obesity-related conditions, rare diseases, inflammatory conditions and cancer. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll 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, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
Senior Associate Quality Control
What you will do
Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role, under minimal supervision, you will be responsible for activities including Raw Material testing using sophisticated instrumentation, such as HPLC, GC and GC-MS, sample/data management and equipment/instrumentation operation and maintenance in a highly dynamic, team environment.
Responsibilities include: Perform testing methods including HPLC, GC and GC-MSPerform testing and data analysis for compendia, non-compendia methods, and routine laboratory proceduresPerform routine and non-routine evaluations and data reviewGenerate accurate and concise laboratory documentation using electronic systems and notebooksOperate and maintain specialized laboratory equipment and instrumentationParticipate in laboratory investigations, inspections and auditsStay in sync with safety guidelines, cGMPs and other applicable regulatory requirementsSupport training of new staff as applicableEnsure facilities, equipment, materials, organization, processes, procedures and products align with cGMP practices and other applicable regulationsPerform review and approval of procedures, assays, documents and records, including but not limited to deviation records and CAPAsAlert management of quality, compliance, supply and safety risksCompletes required assigned training to permit completion of required tasksSupport Continual Improvement initiatives, programs and projects.Ensure that changes that could potentially impact product quality are assessed according to procedures.What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The dedicated professional we seek is detail oriented with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
High school diploma/GED and 4 years of Quality experience ORAssociate's degree and 2 years of Quality experience ORBachelor's Degree and 6 months of Quality experience ORMaster's Degree
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in HPLC, GC, ICP-MS and/ or GC-MSDemonstrated laboratory technique with pipetting small volumes accuratelyProfessional work experience in a fast-paced, flexible GxP laboratoryExperience executing analytical testing per Methods and/or CompendiaExperience with QC analytical systems and/or Quality systemsExcellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with all levels within the organizationAbility to work in a team matrix environment and build relationships with partnersExperience leading teams or projectsIdentify, manage, and champion innovative projects to advance productivity and enable LEAN principles across different functionsExperience in auditing and defending processes, procedures and decisions during regulatory inspectionsDemonstrated innovative thinking and ability to transform work organizationsStrong communication skills (technical writing and oral), facilitation and presentation skillsExposure to Operational Excellence initiativesDemonstrated ability to navigate through ambiguity and provide a structured problem solvingDemonstrated ability to deliver on schedule.
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, we’ll 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 accountsA discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive planStock-based long-term incentivesAward-winning time-off plansFlexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.
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 deadlineAmgen 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.
SponsorshipSponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.
As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of 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. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities, consistent with legal requirements. Please contact us to request accommodation.
At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.
Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline and portfolio of medicines to treat heart disease, obesity and obesity-related conditions, rare diseases, inflammatory conditions and cancer. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll 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, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
Senior Associate Quality Control
What you will do
Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role, under minimal supervision, you will be responsible for activities including Raw Material testing using sophisticated instrumentation, such as HPLC, GC and GC-MS, sample/data management and equipment/instrumentation operation and maintenance in a highly dynamic, team environment.
Responsibilities include: Perform testing methods including HPLC, GC and GC-MSPerform testing and data analysis for compendia, non-compendia methods, and routine laboratory proceduresPerform routine and non-routine evaluations and data reviewGenerate accurate and concise laboratory documentation using electronic systems and notebooksOperate and maintain specialized laboratory equipment and instrumentationParticipate in laboratory investigations, inspections and auditsStay in sync with safety guidelines, cGMPs and other applicable regulatory requirementsSupport training of new staff as applicableEnsure facilities, equipment, materials, organization, processes, procedures and products align with cGMP practices and other applicable regulationsPerform review and approval of procedures, assays, documents and records, including but not limited to deviation records and CAPAsAlert management of quality, compliance, supply and safety risksCompletes required assigned training to permit completion of required tasksSupport Continual Improvement initiatives, programs and projects.Ensure that changes that could potentially impact product quality are assessed according to procedures.What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The dedicated professional we seek is detail oriented with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
High school diploma/GED and 4 years of Quality experience ORAssociate's degree and 2 years of Quality experience ORBachelor's Degree and 6 months of Quality experience ORMaster's Degree
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in HPLC, GC, ICP-MS and/ or GC-MSDemonstrated laboratory technique with pipetting small volumes accuratelyProfessional work experience in a fast-paced, flexible GxP laboratoryExperience executing analytical testing per Methods and/or CompendiaExperience with QC analytical systems and/or Quality systemsExcellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills with all levels within the organizationAbility to work in a team matrix environment and build relationships with partnersExperience leading teams or projectsIdentify, manage, and champion innovative projects to advance productivity and enable LEAN principles across different functionsExperience in auditing and defending processes, procedures and decisions during regulatory inspectionsDemonstrated innovative thinking and ability to transform work organizationsStrong communication skills (technical writing and oral), facilitation and presentation skillsExposure to Operational Excellence initiativesDemonstrated ability to navigate through ambiguity and provide a structured problem solvingDemonstrated ability to deliver on schedule.
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, we’ll 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 accountsA discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive planStock-based long-term incentivesAward-winning time-off plansFlexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.
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 deadlineAmgen 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.
SponsorshipSponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.
As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of 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. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities, consistent with legal requirements. Please contact us to request accommodation.