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Scientist – Medicinal Chemistry Location This is an onsite laboratory position at our Thousand Oaks, CA site. Responsibilities The Scientist will work in teams to develop, implement and perform organic reactions for ongoing Medicinal Chemistry teams, including troubleshooting of synthetic routes and reactions, scouting of new synthetic routes and performing high difficulty synthetic chemistry. Contribute to the design of new compounds and the development of structure‑activity relationships. Perform structural determinations using NMR and mass spectral techniques and purify compounds using a variety of techniques. Be recognized as a lab leader and demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills. Maintain laboratory notebooks, participate in group and project meetings and, as needed, present to groups and aid in the writing of papers and patent applications. Basic Qualifications Doctorate Degree Master’s degree and 2 years of laboratory experience Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of laboratory experience Preferred Qualifications Track record of accomplishments (e.g., peer‑reviewed publications) Demonstrated ability to scout and troubleshoot synthetic routes, and perform high difficulty synthetic chemistry Clear understanding of structural determination using NMR and Mass Spectral techniques as well as knowledge of purification methods Demonstration of good lab practices, with particular attention to safety Excellent communication skills (both written and oral), leadership skills and the ability to work well in teams Salary Range 111,695.10 USD – 151,116.90 USD (annual) Benefits 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 accounts A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales‑based incentive plan Stock‑based long‑term incentives Award‑winning time‑off plans Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible Equal Opportunity Employer Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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