636 Amgen jobs in the United States

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At Amgen, our mission-to serve patients-drives everything we do. As one of the world's leading biotechnology companies, we're proud to collaborate globally to research, manufacture, and deliver innovative therapies that reach over 10 million patients worldwide. It's time to build a career you can be proud of.
Whether you're an early-career professional seeking an internship or an experienced leader ready for your next opportunity, Amgen offers rewarding roles across the enterprise - from Digital Technology & Innovation, Strategy, and Finance to Marketing, Commercial Operations, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Human Resources, and other critical functions that support our mission to serve patients.
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Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan comprising 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 including:
+ 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 and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns
+ Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible
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**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.
**Global Marketing Associate Director, Training, Amgen Marketing Excellence**
**What you will do**
Let's do this. Let's change the world! In this vital role the Global Marketing Associate Director of Training is responsible for leading all training engagements within the Amgen Brand Management Curriculum (Core, Foundational, Advanced & Electives). This role provides strategic leadership in shaping the training curriculum and execution, ensuring a high-impact learning experience for marketers across the organization. The Associate Director will focus on US & Global marketers while supporting ELMAC & JAPAC regions. They will lead Train the Trainer efforts, deliver training engagements from the main stage at ABM Days, with responsibilities of direct reports.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ **Strategic Leadership:** Shape the global training curriculum and execution strategy to ensure alignment with Amgen Brand Management & Marketing Competency Model
+ **Training Execution & Delivery:** Lead and oversee the successful rollout of ABM Curriculum (Core, Foundational, Advanced, and Electives) training engagements, ensuring high-quality delivery.
+ **Regional Focus:** Drive training adoption and execution for US & Global marketers while providing oversight for ELMAC & JAPAC regions.
+ **Lead Trainer:** Serve as a key presenter and facilitator for training engagements during ABM Days and other key marketing capability forums.
+ **Train the Trainer:** Lead Train the Trainer efforts to equip marketing leaders with the tools and knowledge to effectively deliver training across teams.
+ **Team Leadership & Coaching:** Manage, mentor, and develop the team fostering a culture of excellence in training execution
+ **Stakeholder Engagement:** Partner with marketing leaders across the organization to align training programs with broader marketing excellence initiatives.
+ **Agency & Vendor Oversight:** Manage external partners to support training execution, content development, and digital learning solutions.
+ **Continuous Innovation & Improvement:** Drive enhancements to training content, delivery methods, and engagement strategies based on feedback and evolving marketing needs.
**Key Activities - What You Will Do**
+ **Set Training Strategy:** Define and evolve the ABM Curriculum, ensuring it meets the learning needs of marketers at all levels.
+ **Lead High-Visibility Training Sessions:** Facilitate and present at ABM Days, providing thought leadership and training from the main stage.
+ **Coach & Develop Team:** Provide guidance, mentorship, and leadership, ensuring successful regional training execution.
+ **Own Train the Trainer Programs:** Lead sessions to empower marketing leaders with the skills and confidence to deliver training to their teams.
+ **Collaborate with Marketing Leadership:** Partner with global marketing leaders to align training programs with business priorities and talent development goals.
+ **Ensure Seamless Training Execution:** Oversee planning, logistics, and delivery to ensure an engaging, high-impact training experience for all participants.
+ **Optimize Training Content & Methods:** Continuously refine and enhance training materials, leveraging feedback, digital tools, and emerging learning trends.
+ **Manage External Partners:** Oversee relationships with agencies and vendors to ensure effective training execution and content development.
+ **Support Global Training Expansion:** Work with the team to ensure training is successfully executed in ELMAC & JAPAC regions.
**What we expect of you**
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The **Global Marketing Associate Director of Marketing Excellence Training** we seek is dynamic, goal oriented and results driven with these qualifications:
**Basic Qualifications:**
Doctorate degree and 3 years of Marketing experience
OR
Master's degree and 7 years of Marketing experience
OR
Bachelor's degree and 9 years Marketing experience
OR
Associate's degree and 12 years of Marketing experience
Or
High school diploma / GED and 14 years of Marketing experience
In addition to meeting at least one of the above requirements, you must have a minimum of 3 years experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs, or directing the allocation or resources. Your managerial experience may run concurrently with the required technical experience referenced above
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ 10+ years of marketing experience with progression in responsibility
+ Strong marketing acumen with industry experience & knowledge
+ Bias for action and ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
+ Excellent communication skills and self-awareness of leadership style
+ Ability to build productive partnerships and collaborate effectively in a matrix organization.
+ Partner with external thought partners and a highly cross-functional team across levels
+ Advanced level of proficiency in Make Strategic Choices and Deliver Commercial Success, Marketing competencies.
+ Ability to influence up, down and across a global organization
+ Strong verbal and written communication skills
+ Track record to manage and deliver on projects to drive business results
+ Travel Expectations: Quarterly (for live external immersion opportunities in development program, and to Amgen headquarters)
**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 $168,938.00 to $196,861.00. 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, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible
Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.
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This range is provided by Excelsior Sciences. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more.

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$115,000.00/yr - $09,000.00/yr

Excelsior Sciences of New York is transforming small molecule therapeutic drug discovery with the use of modular chemistry, to make better medicines fast. Excelsior's modular approach leverages smart blocks as the foundation of drug design and synthesis. Our smart blocks and proprietary methodologies enable chemistry that machines can do, rather than building machines that attempt to do chemistry as it is practiced today. By coupling our automated synthesis and testing, we can reduce the design-make-test-analyze cycle to two weeks. This rapid generation of high-quality data allows us to fully leverage AI/ML to create closed learning loops and conduct multiparameter optimization, resulting in better medicines, fast. Excelsior's operations are fully U.S.-based, as our automated approach enables us to onshore integrated drug discovery.

Title: Drug Discovery Informatics Specialist

We are seeking a highly skilled professional with a deep understanding of both the scientific and informatics aspects of drug discovery, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and a passion for leveraging technology to make a tangible impact. Your role will involve harnessing the power of data analytics, bioinformatics, and computational tools to accelerate the discovery and development of new therapeutic drugs. In this position, you will collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams of scientists, researchers, and technologists to transform raw data into actionable insights, thereby driving forward our mission to combat various diseases and improve global health outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development of an informatics backbone to drive our automated approach to lead discovery. This includes the ability to develop software tools which connect our AI tools, automation, and LIMs systems.
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to align informatics efforts with project goals. Contribute to the development and implementation of data management strategies to support drug discovery projects
• Collaborate with research scientists and other stakeholders to understand and document data needs
• Working with other technical staff, design, implement and maintain data systems and associated tools for storing, retrieving and analyzing complex datasets from across our Chemistry, Biology, and AI departments.
• Integrate sample tracking, data transfer, and multiple instrument communications into laboratory information management systems (LIMS).
• Develop and execute testing plans for new implementations of LIMS and other data related software; document outcomes.
• Provide training and support to research staff on informatics tools. Assist our scientists with data mining and statistical analysis to identify patterns and trends in our data.
• Coordinate information management activities with external partners in academia and industry.
• Stay updated on emerging informatics tools and methodologies
• Maintain the highest level of scientific rigor and professionalism within our organization.

Key Skills & Experiences

• MS or Ph.D. in Bioinformatics, Cheminformatics, Computer Science, or a related field with a minimum of 3-5 years of industry experience in bioinformatics or a related discipline OR BS in Bioinformatics, Cheminformatics, Computer Science, or a related field with a minimum of 5-7 years of industry experience in bioinformatics or a related discipline.
• Understanding of drug discovery and development processes and experience with high-throughput screening data analysis
• Familiarity working with AWS
• Working knowledge of implementing and administrating drug discovery database management systems (including tools like Dotmatics, Virscidian, Mosaic, etc.
• Experience integrating laboratory automation systems with informatics systems is a plus.
• Familiarity with machine learning techniques and applications in drug discovery
• Familiarity with cheminformatics and molecular modeling tools
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Experience in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry setting
• Capability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

The salary range for this position is 115,000- 209,000 per year. The actual compensation offered will be based on factors such as relevant experience, education, and skills. In addition to base salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off and other benefits.

Excelsior Sciences of New York Is an equal opportunity employer (EEO). We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to religion, race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, alienage or citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, disability, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Location: New York, New York

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• Employment type Full-time

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• Job function Information Technology, Science, and Research

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Our client, a cutting-edge biotechnology company at the forefront of developing novel therapeutics, is actively seeking a highly accomplished Lead Biophysicist to join their pioneering Research and Development team in Boston, Massachusetts, US . This role is crucial for advancing our drug discovery pipeline, focusing on the characterization of molecular interactions and the development of innovative assays. The Lead Biophysicist will be responsible for designing, executing, and interpreting complex biophysical experiments to support lead identification and optimization efforts. This includes employing a range of techniques such as Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR), Isothermal Titration Calorimetry (ITC), Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), fluorescence spectroscopy, and microfluidic-based methods. You will play a key role in developing new biophysical methodologies and troubleshooting existing assays to enhance throughput and reliability. This position requires strong analytical skills, a deep understanding of protein-ligand interactions, and the ability to translate experimental data into actionable insights for drug development teams. Responsibilities include managing a small team of scientists and technicians, contributing to research strategy, preparing scientific publications and presentations, and collaborating effectively with chemists, biologists, and pharmacologists. The successful candidate will hold a Ph.D. in Biophysics, Biochemistry, Physical Chemistry, or a closely related field, with a minimum of 6 years of post-doctoral or industry experience in drug discovery R&D. Proven expertise in multiple biophysical techniques and their application to small molecule and biologics drug discovery is essential. Experience with data analysis software (e.g., Clampfit, GraphPad Prism) and a strong publication record are highly desirable. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the development of life-saving medicines within a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment in Boston, Massachusetts, US .

Our client, a leading biopharmaceutical company at the forefront of innovative therapeutic development, is seeking a highly accomplished Principal Scientist to join their Drug Discovery team. This fully remote role offers an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the advancement of novel treatments for unmet medical needs. You will lead critical research projects, design and execute experiments, and interpret complex biological data to identify and validate potential drug candidates. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of molecular pharmacology, medicinal chemistry, or related disciplines, along with a proven track record of successful drug discovery campaigns. Your expertise will guide early-stage research, foster collaborations, and drive the pipeline towards clinical development. This position demands scientific rigor, creative problem-solving, and excellent communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage drug discovery projects from target identification through lead optimization.
• Design and execute complex in vitro and in vivo experiments to assess compound efficacy, selectivity, and mechanism of action.
• Develop and implement innovative assays for high-throughput screening and hit-to-lead optimization.
• Analyze and interpret large datasets, employing statistical methods to draw meaningful conclusions.
• Collaborate closely with medicinal chemists, biologists, pharmacologists, and other scientists to advance discovery programs.
• Identify and evaluate novel drug targets and therapeutic modalities.
• Stay abreast of the latest scientific literature, technologies, and trends in relevant therapeutic areas.
• Mentor and guide junior scientists, fostering a collaborative and high-performance research environment.
• Prepare scientific reports, presentations, and publications for internal and external dissemination.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and direction of the drug discovery pipeline.
• Ensure compliance with all laboratory safety regulations and best practices.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Chemistry, or a related life sciences discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant post-doctoral research experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry, with a strong focus on drug discovery.
• Demonstrated expertise in a specific therapeutic area (e.g., oncology, immunology, neuroscience) and/or modality (e.g., small molecules, biologics).
• Proven success in leading discovery projects and delivering preclinical candidates.
• Extensive experience with various experimental techniques, assay development, and data analysis.
• Strong understanding of PK/PD relationships, DMPK, and toxicology principles.
• Excellent scientific leadership, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a track record of scientific publications and presentations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote research setting.
• Experience with computational tools for data analysis and modeling is a plus.

This role provides a unique opportunity to drive innovation in drug discovery and shape the future of patient care from a flexible remote environment.

Our client is a leading pharmaceutical company seeking a highly accomplished Principal Scientist, Drug Discovery to join their innovative research team in Colorado Springs, Colorado, US . This role is crucial for driving forward novel therapeutic programs from early-stage discovery through to preclinical development. You will lead research efforts, design and execute complex experiments, and contribute to the strategic direction of the drug discovery pipeline.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage cutting-edge drug discovery projects in alignment with company strategic goals.
• Design and implement comprehensive experimental plans to identify and validate novel drug targets and hit compounds.
• Utilize a broad range of biochemical, cellular, and molecular biology assays to assess compound efficacy and mechanism of action.
• Analyze and interpret complex experimental data, draw robust conclusions, and present findings to internal teams and senior management.
• Supervise and mentor research associates and junior scientists, fostering a collaborative and productive research environment.
• Contribute to the development of new research methodologies and technologies.
• Prepare high-quality manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals and present research at scientific conferences.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including medicinal chemistry, DMPK, and toxicology.
• Maintain a deep understanding of the scientific literature and emerging trends in relevant therapeutic areas.
• Contribute to patent filings and intellectual property development.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Pharmacology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related life science discipline.
• Minimum of 8-10 years of post-doctoral research experience in the pharmaceutical industry or a relevant academic setting, with a strong focus on small molecule or biologic drug discovery.
• Proven track record of successfully advancing drug discovery projects from target identification to lead optimization.
• Extensive experience with assay development, optimization, and execution across various therapeutic modalities.
• Demonstrated expertise in a specific therapeutic area (e.g., oncology, immunology, neuroscience) is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills.
• Ability to critically evaluate data, troubleshoot experiments, and solve complex scientific problems.
• Excellent scientific writing and presentation skills.
• Experience with bioinformatics and data analysis tools is a plus.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a renowned organization at the forefront of pharmaceutical innovation and make a significant impact on developing life-changing medicines. Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a stimulating work environment.

Our client, a groundbreaking biotechnology company at the forefront of pharmaceutical innovation, is seeking a highly accomplished Principal Scientist, Drug Discovery to join their world-class research team in San Francisco, California . This pivotal role will involve leading cutting-edge research initiatives focused on identifying and validating novel therapeutic targets and developing innovative small molecule drugs. You will be responsible for designing and executing complex experimental strategies, interpreting intricate biological data, and contributing significantly to the company's drug discovery pipeline.

The ideal candidate will possess a deep scientific understanding in a relevant therapeutic area (e.g., oncology, immunology, neuroscience), coupled with extensive experience in medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, or molecular biology. You will guide and mentor a team of talented scientists, foster a collaborative research environment, and publish findings in high-impact scientific journals. This position requires exceptional critical thinking skills, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to manage multiple research projects simultaneously. Strong communication and presentation skills are essential for effectively conveying complex scientific information to both internal teams and external stakeholders. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a substantial impact on patient lives by advancing novel therapies from discovery through preclinical development. While a hybrid work model is in place, encouraging collaboration in the state-of-the-art San Francisco facilities, significant independent research work will also be conducted.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and design innovative drug discovery programs.
• Identify and validate novel therapeutic targets.
• Develop and optimize small molecule drug candidates.
• Oversee experimental design and execution.
• Analyze and interpret complex biological data.
• Mentor and manage a team of research scientists.
• Collaborate with cross-functional research and development teams.
• Contribute to scientific publications and presentations.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, Medicinal Chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in drug discovery in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Demonstrated track record of success in leading research projects and contributing to IND filings.
• Expertise in relevant therapeutic areas and assay development.
• Strong understanding of medicinal chemistry principles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage research teams and budgets.

Be at the forefront of scientific discovery and shape the future of medicine.

Our client, a cutting-edge pharmaceutical company in Fort Worth, Texas , is looking for a highly motivated Principal Scientist to lead innovative drug discovery initiatives. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the development of novel therapeutics. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and executing complex research programs, driving projects from target identification through to lead optimization.

You will lead a team of skilled researchers, providing scientific direction and mentorship. Key responsibilities include developing and validating novel assays, analyzing biological data, and interpreting results to guide research strategies. Collaboration with internal departments (e.g., medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, toxicology) and external partners is essential. You will be expected to stay abreast of the latest scientific advancements and apply them to our discovery efforts.

The Principal Scientist will also be responsible for managing project budgets, timelines, and resources effectively. Presenting research findings at internal meetings and external scientific conferences will be a regular part of the role. Publishing high-impact research in peer-reviewed journals is also encouraged. A strong understanding of regulatory requirements and best practices in drug development is required. The ability to think critically, troubleshoot experiments, and propose creative solutions to challenging scientific problems is paramount.

Qualifications: Ph.D. in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology). A minimum of 8 years of post-doctoral and industry experience in drug discovery. Proven track record of successfully advancing drug candidates. Extensive experience with relevant in vitro and in vivo models and assays. Strong leadership and people management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong publication record. Demonstrated ability to secure grants or manage research collaborations. Familiarity with various therapeutic areas is a plus. This position is based in our Fort Worth, Texas facility.

Our client is at the cutting edge of pharmaceutical innovation and is looking for a highly accomplished Principal Scientist specializing in early-stage drug discovery to join their fully remote, world-class Scientific Research & Development team. This senior role is instrumental in identifying and validating novel therapeutic targets and advancing drug candidates through the preclinical pipeline. You will drive critical research initiatives, applying your deep scientific expertise to solve complex biological challenges. The ideal candidate will possess a strong track record in medicinal chemistry, pharmacology, or a related discipline, with a demonstrated ability to conceptualize and execute innovative drug discovery strategies. Experience with small molecule discovery, biologics, or emerging therapeutic modalities is highly valued. As a Principal Scientist, you will lead cross-functional research teams, mentor junior scientists, and play a key role in shaping the company's research direction. This is a fully remote position, enabling you to contribute your extensive knowledge and leadership from the convenience of your home office, connecting with colleagues across the US. We are seeking a scientifically rigorous, highly motivated individual with exceptional leadership and communication skills, capable of thriving in a collaborative and intellectually demanding environment. Your ability to critically evaluate data, propose creative solutions, and effectively communicate findings to diverse audiences, including senior management and external partners, will be essential. This is an unparalleled opportunity to make a profound impact on the development of life-saving medicines in a flexible, remote work setting. Responsibilities:

• Lead and direct early-stage drug discovery programs, from target identification and validation through to lead optimization.
• Design and oversee experimental strategies to identify and characterize novel drug candidates.
• Provide scientific leadership and mentorship to research scientists and project teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including biology, chemistry, DMPK, and toxicology, to advance projects towards clinical development.
• Critically evaluate experimental data, interpret results, and propose innovative solutions to research challenges.
• Stay abreast of the latest scientific literature, technological advancements, and competitive landscape in relevant therapeutic areas.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and prioritization of research projects and pipeline assets.
• Prepare and present research findings to internal stakeholders, including scientific advisory boards and executive leadership.
• Represent the company at scientific conferences and foster collaborations with external academic and industry partners.
• Ensure the highest standards of scientific rigor, data integrity, and ethical conduct in all research activities.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Pharmacology, Medicinal Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or a related field.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in drug discovery within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
• Demonstrated success in leading multiple drug discovery projects from concept to preclinical candidate nomination.
• In-depth knowledge of one or more therapeutic areas and associated biological pathways.
• Expertise in small molecule drug discovery, biologics development, or other relevant therapeutic modalities.
• Strong understanding of target validation, assay development, high-throughput screening, and structure-based drug design.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to mentor and inspire research teams.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting complex scientific data to diverse audiences.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, highly collaborative, and fully remote research environment.