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Process Development Sr Scientist (Drug Product NPI)

Amgen

Juncos, Puerto RicoHybridPosted 1 day ago
Full TimeSenior LevelManufacturing & CMCPharmaceutical
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Summary

In this vital role you will work as a Process Development (PD) Senior Scientist to support the AML Process Development- Drug Product (DP) / New Product Introduction (NPI) Organization. This group leads AML DP NPI, product lifecycle projects, business case processes, and project implementation.

Job description

You will join a team focused on development and leading projects to support new product launches, tech transfers and business cases which allow us product portfolio expansion impacting more patients' lives every day. The primary focus will be in drug products, inspected drug products, and finished drug products manufactured at AML.

What you will do

  • Manage all phases of project management—from planning and implementation to monitoring, completion, and follow-up—ensuring alignment with goals, timelines, and quality standards.
  • Create comprehensive business cases including technical and financial requirements. Oversee project budgets, resource allocation, and financial tracking to ensure fiscal responsibility.
  • Serve as liaison with management, department heads, and cross-functional teams to ensure project objectives are clearly communicated and aligned across all stakeholders.
  • Identify potential project risks, schedule changes, or resource constraints. Develop and implement solutions to maintain scientific efficiency, quality, and client satisfaction.
  • Design and apply tools, techniques, and processes that support data-driven decision-making and improve project transparency and performance.
  • Maintain strict adherence to domestic and international regulatory requirements, internal policies, and standard operating procedures throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Manage change controls and deviations using systems like Trackwise. Recommend and implement operational improvements to enhance team effectiveness and project outcomes.
  • Collaborate with research, manufacturing, quality, and other departments to define requirements and lead efforts for complex system, facility, or process modifications.
  • Balance competing timelines and priorities, ensuring critical tasks are completed efficiently and project standards for quality and quantity are met.
  • Provide flexibility to support extended hours, non-standard shifts, and evolving project demands as needed.

What we expect of you

The Process Development Sr Scientist professional we seek is an individual contributor with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications

  • Doctorate degree PhD OR PharmD OR MD
  • Or Master's degree and 3 years of Process Development and/or Manufacturing support experience
  • Or Bachelor's degree and 5 years of Process Development and/or Manufacturing support experience

Preferred Qualifications

  • Educational background in Engineering or Life Science
  • Change control owner and/or deviation owner background.
  • New Product Introduction experience
  • Knowledge in process validation and regulatory processes
  • Final Drug Product and Packaging Manufacturing experience
  • Experience in devices, assemblies and advance packaging technologies
  • Previous experience in product launches
  • Working knowledge of pharmaceutical/biotech processes (GMP regulated).
  • Understanding and experience with Ariba Sourcing and Contracting Modules.
  • Previous experience in Capital projects and resource allocation
  • Experience with SAP, Trackwise/Veeva, and Project management tools (Smartsheet and/or MS Project).
  • Highly proficient with MS Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
  • Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish, with strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to present at various organization levels.
  • Conflict Resolution, leadership and team building skills.

Requirements

  • Doctorate degree PhD OR PharmD OR MD
  • Or Master's degree and 3 years of Process Development and/or Manufacturing support experience
  • Or Bachelor's degree and 5 years of Process Development and/or Manufacturing support experience
  • Educational background in Engineering or Life Science
  • Change control owner and/or deviation owner background
  • New Product Introduction experience
  • Knowledge in process validation and regulatory processes
  • Final Drug Product and Packaging Manufacturing experience
  • Experience in devices, assemblies and advance packaging technologies
  • Previous experience in product launches
  • Working knowledge of pharmaceutical/biotech processes (GMP regulated)
  • Understanding and experience with Ariba Sourcing and Contracting Modules
  • Previous experience in Capital projects and resource allocation
  • Experience with SAP, Trackwise/Veeva, and Project management tools (Smartsheet and/or MS Project)
  • Highly proficient with MS Office, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish
  • Conflict Resolution, leadership and team building skills

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Retirement and Savings Plan
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Annual Bonus Program
  • Stock-Based Long-Term Incentives
  • Paid Time Off
  • Annual Site Shutdown

Company overview

Amgen Inc. is a leading American multinational biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Thousand Oaks, California, founded in 1980. As one of the world's largest independent biotechnology companies, Amgen specializes in discovering, developing, manufacturing, and delivering innovative human therapeutics. The company focuses on six key therapeutic areas: inflammation, oncology/hematology, bone health, cardiovascular disease, nephrology, and neuroscience. Amgen's portfolio includes blockbuster drugs such as Enbrel for autoimmune diseases, Prolia and XGEVA for osteoporosis, Repatha for cholesterol management, Otezla for psoriasis, and Neulasta for chemotherapy-induced neutropenia. With approximately 28,000 employees worldwide, Amgen operates as a component of both the Dow Jones Industrial Average and Nasdaq-100 indices. The company maintains a robust research and development pipeline with numerous clinical programs across various stages, leveraging cutting-edge biotechnology and human genetic data to address some of the world's most challenging diseases. Amgen's manufacturing capabilities span multiple global locations, and it distributes products through pharmaceutical wholesale distributors and direct-to-consumer channels.

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