Observational Research, Director- Obesity

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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.

Observational Research, Director (Obesity)

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will lead a team of epidemiologists to conceptualize, design, conduct, analyze, interpret and publish observational research supporting drug development programs and regulatory submissions, investigating post-marketing safety and effectiveness.

• Effectively lead, develop, and mentor a team of scientists

• Be the technical expert in a cross-functional team to: identify evidence needs; develop the RWE plan to support the product development and commercialization strategy; and develop, maintain and expand a portfolio of observational research activities to support these strategies

• Design and execute studies to support evidence generation such as identifying appropriate patient populations, assessing disease burden and resource utilization, obtaining product registrations and label-expansions, meeting post-marketing requirements/commitments, and product differentiation

• Find opportunities to substitute for and/or complement interventional studies to reduce time and cost of drug development

• Influence cross-functional team members as to the appropriate use and timing of non-interventional research to answer high-priority strategic business questions

• Leverage real-world data and CfOR analytic approaches to inform high-value business decisions for multiple stakeholders

• Track business and functional priorities and align resources against those priorities

• Participate in initiatives to improve capabilities within CfOR and provide input into CfOR meetings

• Develop and maintain relationships with key leaders in observational research

What we expect of you

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

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree and 4 years of scientific experience

OR

Master’s degree and 7 years of scientific experience

OR

Bachelor’s degree and 9 years of scientific experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Epidemiology or other subject with high observational research content

• Experience in the design, execution, and analysis of observational research studies within Pharmaceutical or Public Health setting

• Experience in research to support drug development

• Experience in observational research project planning and management

• Excellent verbal and writing communication and interpersonal skills

• Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams

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