Senior Manager - Scientific Communications

Join Amgen's Mission to Serve Patients

If you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. At Amgen, our shared mission to serve patients drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. We are global collaborators who achieve together, researching, manufacturing, and delivering ever-better products that reach over 10 million patients worldwide.

It’s time for a career you can be proud of.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The Scientific Communications Senior Manager is accountable for planning and delivering innovative scientific and medical content aligned to their designated Therapeutic Area / product (General Medicine, Inflammation, Oncology, Rare Disease, or Obesity), tailored to specific audiences globally via impactful formats and relevant channels.

Reporting to a Scientific Communications Therapeutic Area (TA) Lead in India, this leader manages a small team of scientific communication team members and drives the execution of tactical Scientific Communication plans for US and global regions to deliver our Medical and overall product strategies.

The Scientific Communications Senior Manager may directly partner with US/Regional Medical planning team and Scientific Communication Operations team members to drive process alignment, standardization, and adoption of innovation and transformational change.

This role is responsible for creating and leading high-performing and engaged teams to exceed expectations.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality, accurate, and innovative scientific and medical content (DSE/digital/MSL materials/FAQs/Medical Information Letters) tailored to specific audiences in the US and globally via impactful formats and relevant channels
• Publication-related deliverables (manuscripts/abstracts/posters/Oral presentations, enhanced content)
• Addressing Medical Information inquiries/issues
• Creation of payer-related content, timely support for compendia
• Maintain strong partnerships with Scientific Communication Operations team in support of standardization of processes, optimizing systems, and furthering continuous improvement and innovation, including use of digital and multi-channel approaches, as well as definition of impactful KPIs
• Drive the execution of a comprehensive scientific communication plan that shifts based on changes in the disease area and treatment landscape and in-depth awareness of insights across local affiliates and cross-functional partners
• Ensure compliance with relevant Amgen enterprise and Functional SOP(s) and system(s)
• Assist in recruiting, onboarding, and training of staff members
• Support prioritization process, prepare and oversee team assignments to meet program goals on time and within budget
• Develop, maintain, cultivate, and influence strong relationships with cross-functional colleagues
• Foster Amgen culture and motivate high-performing and empowered staff

WHAT WE EXPECT OF YOU

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients.

Basic Qualifications

• Doctorate degree with a minimum of 10 years of experience in Global Publication, Medical Communications, Medical Value and Access, or Medical Strategy
• Master’s degree with a minimum of 12 years of experience
• Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 14 years of experience
• Minimum of 5 years of managerial experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs, or directing the allocation of resources

Must-Have Skills

• MD, PharmD, PhD, or DO with 4 or more years of expertise in clinical research, patient care, Clinical Development, Medical/Scientific Affairs, and/or basic research (other doctorate degrees may be considered)
• Prior experience in Medical/Scientific Affairs or Clinical Development within the biopharmaceutical industry, and/or clinical or research in the therapeutic area
• An understanding of the pharmaceutical commercialization process and knowledge of the regulatory and legal guidelines affecting promotion of prescription products
• Experience in publication planning, publications guidelines and transparency standards (e.g., ICMJE, current Good Publication Practice (GPP) Guidelines)
• Understanding of Amgen focused disease area and landscape and clinical data to enable critical analysis of scientific literature and communicate implications cross-functionally
• Demonstrated track record of strategic execution in a matrix environment with limited supervision
• The ability to work in teams and interface in a dynamic environment across corporate functions

Preferred Skills

• Knowledge of emerging technologies in medical communications (e.g., AI tools, omnichannel engagement platforms)
• Strong computer and database skills, particularly with Microsoft Office products

Soft Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams
• High degree of initiative and self-motivation
• Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully
• Collaborative mindset with a strong sense of accountability and ownership
• Ability to drive continuous improvement and adapt quickly in a fast-evolving environment
• Strong project management with ability for self-direction

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.

In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.

Apply now for a career that defies imagination

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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.