Data Scientist - PKDM-BA

Amgen
South San Francisco, CA, United States
7 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services Business Analytics Applications Application Lifecycle Management Collaborative Learning System Configuration Data Warehousing Database Applications R (Programming Language) Python (Programming Language) Cloud Services Scientific Computating Server Administration
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SQL Databases Cloud Platform System Build Management Containerization Kubernetes Information Technology Data Analytics Data Management Tools for Reporting Streamlit Framework Docker

Job description

Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this vital role you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and supporting scientific computing platforms and shared analytical environments that enable efficient analysis, modeling, and collaboration across the organization. This includes configuring and maintaining core tools and packages, supporting version-controlled workflows, and enabling access to enterprise data sources and cloud-based infrastructure.

The successful candidate will contribute to the development of standardized, reproducible, and traceable workflows that promote consistency, scalability, and FAIR data principles. They will work closely with scientists to improve data accessibility, automate routine processes, and deliver tools and applications that accelerate research and development activities., * Develop and maintain scientific computing platforms and shared analytical environments for data analysis and modeling.

  • Design and implement scalable, reproducible workflows aligned with FAIR data principles and best practices.
  • Enhance data accessibility and automate processes to improve research efficiency and productivity.
  • Build and deploy reusable data-driven tools and applications to support scientific research and development.
  • Collaborate with scientists and cross-functional teams to deliver technical solutions and improve workflows.
  • Provide training, documentation, and technical guidance, translating complex concepts for non-technical users and fostering a collaborative learning environment.

Requirements

Doctorate degree

OR

Masters degree and 2 years of Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent field experience

OR

Bachelors degree and 4 years of Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent field experience, * Experience developing or supporting scientific computing environments, analytical tools, or data science platforms.

  • 2+ years of experience with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Proficiency in one or more scientific programming languages such as R or Python.
  • Experience developing and deploying data-driven applications (e.g., R Shiny, Dash, Streamlit, or similar frameworks).
  • Demonstrated experience accessing data warehouses using SQL.
  • Familiarity with cloud services such as AWS, as well as experience in on-premises server management.
  • Understanding of reproducible research practices, software lifecycle management, and FAIR data principles.
  • Basic understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and pharmacokinetics.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative mindset and an eagerness to learn and share knowledge in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits & conditions

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan, based on eligibility, comprising of health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents, financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals, work/life balance, and career development opportunities that may include:

  • 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 where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.

About the company

At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do.

Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity-related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, youll help make a lasting impact on the lives of patients as we research, manufacture, and deliver innovative medicines to help people live longer, fuller happier lives.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career., As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease., We are all different, yet we have this in common: our mission to serve patients. This sense of shared purpose is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. It guides us as we continue to launch new medicines and reach millions of patients worldwide.

We live the mission.

We win together.

We thrive on continual challenge.

Our team of 22,000+ scientists and professionals worldwide bring distinct perspectives and experiences to all we do. We leverage our global talent to achieve together-to research, manufacture and deliver ever-better products and greater depth to our mission.

At Amgen, there is a strong correlation between our high level of diversity and performance. Because addressing issues with a wider range of perspectives and approaches leads to more creative problem-solving. Together, we’re transforming the promise of science and biotechnology into therapies that have the power to restore health.

Connect with us to explore how you can Win, Live, and Thrive at Amgen.

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