Senior Scientist - Computational Discovery & Translational Analytics

Amgen Inc

Base: $146,404.00 - $198,076.00 usd annually; bonu...
Phd in computational biology or related field
Strong programming skills in python or r
Experience with single-cell and spatial omics data
This role focuses on developing and applying advanced computational approaches to enable target discovery, validation, and biomarker identification across multimodal biological datasets

Job Summary

  • This role focuses on developing and applying advanced computational approaches to enable target discovery, validation, and biomarker identification across multimodal biological datasets.
  • The successful candidate will combine strong analytical rigor with deep technical expertise in computational biology, including modern statistical and machine learning approaches.
  • Amgen offers a comprehensive employee benefits package including a Retirement and Savings Plan, group medical coverage, and stock-based long-term incentives.

Matching Summary

This role focuses on developing and applying advanced computational approaches to enable target discovery, validation, and biomarker identification across multimodal biological datasets.

Salary

Base: $146,404.00 - $198,076.00 USD annually; Bonus/Equity: Discretionary annual bonus program and stock-based long-term incentives; Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, vision, retirement plan, and flexible work models

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PhD in computational biology or related field
  • Strong programming skills in Python or R
  • Experience with single-cell and spatial omics data
  • Expertise in statistical modeling and AI/ML approaches
  • Ability to integrate diverse biological data types

Nice-to-have

  • Track record of innovative algorithm development
  • Familiarity with disease tissue biology context
  • Proven ability to translate data into hypotheses
  • Experience with long-read RNA sequencing
  • Collaborative research background

Key Requirements

  • PhD in computational biology, bioinformatics, statistics, computer science, or data science
  • Master's degree with 3 years of directly related experience
  • Bachelor's degree with 5 years of directly related experience
  • Strong foundation in computational biology methods
  • Sponsorship not guaranteed

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