Senior Scientist - Automation and HTS – Target Discovery & Biology (TD&B)

Role: Senior Scientist in Automation and HTS within Target Discovery & Biology at Amgen, focusing on integrating automation with functional genomics, multi-omics, and complex in vitro models to accelerate target identification. Responsibilities: develop and transfer automation pipelines for high-throughput genomic screens, adapt iPSC differentiation protocols to automation platforms, optimize high-content imaging assays, and evaluate emerging technologies to enhance discovery platforms. Qualifications: PhD or equivalent in cell biology, bioengineering, or related fields; experience in high-throughput screening, automation, and complex cellular models; proficiency with automation instrumentation and scheduling software; excellent collaboration skills. Preferred: experience with arrayed CRISPR screens, high-content imaging, iPSC work, and specific automation platforms (e.g., HighRes, BlueCat). High-Value: focus on target discovery in therapeutic areas such as Oncology, Inflammation, and Rare Disease, leveraging advanced in vitro systems and automation to enable functional genomics. Location: Thousand Oaks, CA, with potential cross-site collaboration.