Job Abstract

HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?

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.

Scientific Associate Director - Inflammation

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will lead and manage a team of scientists and researchers in the development and execution of innovative and impactful inflammation-focused projects.

• Lead and mentor a team of scientists and researchers in target discovery and development of therapeutics for autoimmune and chronic inflammatory diseases. Provide scientific guidance and direction in the execution of high-quality and cutting-edge projects and ensure alignment with Departmental and organizational goals and objectives.

• Stay abreast of the latest developments and trends in the field of inflammation, including new technologies and modalities, and incorporate them into projects to understand mechanism of action (MOA) of biological pathways. Where necessary, develop and implement innovative and robust methodologies, protocols, and analytical tools to advance projects.

• Establish robust ex vivo, in vitro, in vivo and in silico assays to help translate newly identified pathways and targets into clinical programs within the inflammation therapeutic area.

• Conduct and supervise data analysis, interpretation, and reporting of scientific results with effective communication; relay the scientific vision, strategy, and results of the projects to various internal and external audiences, such as senior leadership and conference attendees. Publish impactful discoveries in high impact scientific journals.

• Identify and pursue new opportunities for scientific innovation and growth, facilitate and make informed decisions on business development opportunities to support the broader mission of Amgen.

• Establish and maintain effective collaborations and relationships with internal and external industry and academic partners.

• Ensure compliance with the ethical, regulatory, and quality standards and best practices.

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 researcher with these qualifications.

• Doctorate degree PhD OR PharmD OR MD and, relevant post-doc where applicable, and 4 years of drug discovery experience OR

• Master’s degree and 7 years of drug discovery experience OR

• Bachelor’s degree and 9 years of drug discovery experience

• PhD in Immunology, molecular Immunology, biochemistry, or related field.

• At least 10 years of relevant experience in the biotechnology industry or academia

• Proven track record of leading and managing successful and impactful scientific projects

• Strong knowledge and expertise in the field of Inflammation and Immunology and its applications.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

• Highly motivated, creative, and passionate about science and innovation

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 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.

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

for a career that defies imagination

Objects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us.

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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