Job Abstract

HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?

At Amgen, every challenge is an opportunity. And every opportunity brings the potential to change lives. Our shared mission—to serve patients—has driven our status as one of the world’s preeminent biotechnology companies, reaching over 10 million patients worldwide. Leverage your high-level expertise to lead and forge partnerships that advance the biotechnical and biopharmaceutical science that can turn the tide of serious, life-interrupting illnesses.

Vice President, Clinical Development - Rare Disease

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What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital VP role, you will lead the late clinical development strategy, planning and decision making for the Rare Disease therapeutic area (TA) as well as collaborate closely with counterpart leaders in Research, Early Development, Medical Affairs and Commercial functions to advance the Rare Disease pipeline and champion and contribute to business development opportunities in the Rare Disease area.

You are responsible for prioritization of staff engagement and development activities while actively pursuing diversity in thought as well as inclusion of people with different backgrounds within the TA. This position will report to Global Development VP of Rare Disease.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, scientific and people leadership for the Rare Disease development pipeline and marketed products

• Oversee late clinical programs within the Rare Disease area, defining the portfolio vision and strategy and mobilizing the team to execute against it

• Serve as a senior advisor or executive sponsor for functional, cross-functional and/or corporate initiatives

• Critically evaluate business development opportunities

• Establish and nurture key strategic partnerships including public-private and private-private

• Chair the TA Technical Review Committee for the disease area, driving cross-functional advice and providing approval for the scientific design of clinical trials

• Create and maintain highly motivated development teams through leadership, people management and coaching with a focus on career development

• Ensures effective performance management of direct reports through comprehensive goal setting, regular performance reviews, as well as direct and timely feedback

• Foster a culture that attracts and retains the best talent

• Support staff diversity, inclusion and belonging

• Management of budget, processes, and people

• Coaching and mentoring and developing scientific talent

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What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The Vice President, Rare Disease professional we seek is a collaborative partner with these qualifications.

They will also embody the Amgen leadership attributes which are:

• Inspire: Create a connected, inclusive, and inspiring work environment that empowers talent to thrive

• Accelerate: Enable speed that matches the urgency of patient needs by encouraging progress over perfection

• Integrate: Connect the dots to amplify the collective power of Amgen to drive results for patients, staff, and shareholders

• Adapt: Lead through change by adapting to an ever-changing environment and defining a clear course of action to deliver results

Basic Qualifications

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school AND

• Five years of industry or academic research AND

• 6 years of managerial experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs or directing the allocation of resources

Preferred Qualifications

• MD plus accredited residency in relevant sub-specialty, board certified or equivalent

• Ten (10) or more years of clinical research experience and/or basic science research combined with clinical teaching and patient care activities

• Medical knowledge within  

• Clinical research experience in the biopharmaceutical industry (biotech, pharmaceutical or CRO company)

• Proven ability to lead, manage, and motivate others in a complex, multi-functional matrix environment

• Highly skilled in leveraging diverse thoughts and perspectives in clinical strategy development

• In-depth understanding of the scientific method and clinical applications based on medical, scientific, and practical rationale

• In-depth understanding of and proven success in how to conceptualize, design, and conduct complex, global clinical trials

• Understanding of regulatory agency organization, guidelines, and practices and ability to negotiate with these groups

• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices (GCP), FDA regulations and guidelines, and applicable international regulatory requirements

• Understanding of new drug commercialization and business practices

• Understanding of resourcing and budgeting

• Committed to actively bringing in diverse staff and ensuring their perspectives are included in work culture

• Ability to effectively present ideas and document complex medical/clinical concepts in both written and oral communication

• Demonstrated ability to organize and lead expert Clinical Research Advisory Panels

• History of solving problems while exhibiting superior judgment and a balanced, realistic understanding of issues

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What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for our teammates’ professional and personal growth and well-being.

The annual base salary range for VP level opportunities in the US is $307,500 – $512,500.

In addition to the base salary, 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

Amgen’s Commitment to Our Staff

At Amgen, our mission is serving patients. Our staff are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of science to transform medicine and turn the tide on serious illnesses. Central to achieving this mission is our “people-first” philosophy.

We recruit the best talent, build an environment that facilitates career growth, and provide staff with the opportunity to make significant contributions for patients and our business.

We equip all our staff members to live well-rounded, healthy lives. Most recently, Amgen added benefits for transgender employees and continues to pride itself on industry-leading, family-friendly offerings for families of all compositions.

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

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided 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 accommodation.

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