Postdoctoral Fellow - Cardiometabolic Disorders (Discovery)

Responsibilities

• Conduct cutting-edge research to interrogate cellular pathways underlying cardiovascular disease
• Investigate the function of proteins encoded by recently discovered genetic risk factors
• Collaborate with cross-functional scientists to gain exposure to the drug discovery process
• Disseminate scientific findings through impactful publications and conference presentations

Requirements

• PhD in biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, or related life sciences
• Expertise in molecular and cellular biology

Preferred Qualifications

• Track record of independent research demonstrated through first-author publications
• Expertise in mechanistic biochemistry and/or cell biology in mammalian systems
• Experience studying vesicular trafficking and/or the endolysosomal system
• Hands-on experience with mammalian cell culture, transfection, SDS-PAGE, and immunoblotting
• Proficiency in immunofluorescence and live cell imaging
• Strong critical thinking, organizational, and communication skills

About the Company

Amgen is a biotechnology pioneer dedicated to unlocking the potential of biology for patients suffering from serious illnesses. By using advanced human genetics and biologics manufacturing expertise, Amgen discovers and delivers innovative human therapeutics to address areas of high unmet medical need worldwide.