Principal Scientist/Histology Supervisor

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Job Description

Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.

Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas –Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease– we reach millions of patients each year. As a member of the Amgen team, you’ll 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, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Principal Scientist/Histology Supervisor

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will independently perform basic and advanced histology functions, oversee the histology facility and associated personnel and act as the primary point of contact in matters pertaining to operation of the laboratory, reporting to the Director of the Pathology Lab.

• Lead and manage workflows for histology preparation of specimens, including all documentation in required laboratory information systems and databases, as well as team communications.

• Perform basic and advanced histology procedures (fixation and processing of tissues, embedding, microtomy, H&E staining, special stains, coverslipping, slide scanning, slide QC).

• Coordinate, plan and schedule laboratory projects.

• Provide direct daily supervision, prioritize workloads, and review work of technical staff to ensure accuracy and to ensure adherence to pertinent departmental policies, practices, and procedures.

• Ensure technical staff are adequately trained to perform laboratory tasks and training is appropriately documented.

• Ensure equipment is functional and maintained in good working order, and that lab safety protocols are adhered to.

• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The histology professional we seek is a leader with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 7 years histology/laboratory experience

OR

• Master's degree and 3 years histology/laboratory experience

• Certification/Licensure: HT (ASCP) or HLT (ASCP) required.

• Supervisory/management experience required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in histopathology / pathobiology in an industry setting.

• Significant hands-on experience in a variety of histology-based methodologies and equipment.

• Expertise in documentation, including laboratory information management systems usage.

• Experience in successful representation of histology projects at cross-functional team meetings.

• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment designed to promote frequent interaction and brainstorming.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Excellent communication skills.

What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

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-winni