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Amgen: Principal Scientist, Comp. Biology |
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Written by Amgen
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Oct 09, 2008 at 07:53 AM |
Title: Principal Scientist – Computational Biology
Recruiter: Jennifer Gordon – jegordon@amgen.com
Location: San Francisco, CA
This position in Computational Biology will perform data analyses of Biomarker assay results in support of drug candidates undergoing clinical trial development. The covered biomarker assays support all therapeutic areas, utilize a variety of platforms, and support projects ranging from early to late development. The position may also contribute to the development of infrastructure tools to support data analyses as well as the evaluation of external licensing opportunities. The candidate will be responsible for initiating, managing, and maintaining multiple internal and external projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams including representatives from Research and Clinical Development.
Basic Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in the Life Sciences with demonstrated Computational Biology experience required.
- 3+ plus years relevant experience performing data analyses of biomarkers in a biotech/pharmaceutical/diagnostic industry required.
Preferred
- 5+ plus years relevant experience in a biotech/pharmaceutical/diagnostic industry preferred.
- Experience with at least one of the following is preferred: Statistics, Pharmacology, Receptor Occupancy assays, LIMS, and data analyses of high-content data sets.
- Experience with programming languages (such as R or MATLAB).
- A strong scientific background with a proven track record of productivity.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
If you are an interested and qualified candidate, please visit our Career website at www.amgen.com and apply to Requisition # NB50295877
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