Job Description

Career Category Project Management

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.
R&D Strategic Scientific Communications Senior Manager
What you will do
Let's do this. Let's change the world. In this vital role as R&D Strategic Scientific Communications Senior Manager you transform complex science into compelling stories. You will own the end-to-end narrative and presentation materials for external scientific communications (e.g., Harvard, Berkeley, leading medical centers and scientific societies), ensuring the full story of each disease area and product--from foundational biology and MOA through translational/clinical evidence to patient impact--is told with clarity, credibility, and strategic intent. You'll partner closely with scientific leaders and program teams to shape the message, craft content, and equip speakers to deliver with confidence. This role directly supports high-visibility external scientific engagements for the Executive Vice President, R&D.

• Own the master external scientific deck(s) for assigned disease areas or assets; build, update, and tailor for academic seminars, invited talks, and symposia. Support for internal forums and symposia might also arise.
• Architect the narrative arc (problem framing, scientific evidence, implications, next steps) to align with R&D strategy and portfolio priorities.
• Transform data into story--translate complex preclinical/clinical findings and platform advances into audience?appropriate messages and slides without over?reliance on technical visualization.
• Ensure the EVP of R&D has all the materials needed to succeed (e.g. slides, speaking notes, debrief on other panelists/speakers, run of show, etc)
• Partner cross?functionally (R&D leadership, Research, Clinical Development, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Corporate Affairs) to ensure accuracy, alignment, and appropriate claims.
• Editorial leadership--set voice/tone standards for external scientific storytelling; maintain consistency across talks, abstracts, and thought?leadership pieces.
• Insights & measurement--gather feedback from faculty hosts and audiences; track deck adoption and impact; iterate narratives based on signal.
• Governance & compliance--shepherd content through internal review; uphold scientific integrity and company standards.
• Mentor and upskill collaborators on story-first slide writing and presentation craft; foster a collaborative, continuously improving team culture.

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 strong collaborator with these qualifications
Basic Qualifications:

• Doctorate degree 2 years of scientific communications experience

Or

• Master's degree and 4 years of scientific communications experience

Or

• Bachelor's degree and 6 years of scientific communications experience

Or

• Associate's degree and 10 years of scientific communications experience

Or

• High school diploma / GED and 12 years of scientific communications experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in a life?science field (e.g., PhD, PharmD, MD, MS).
• Experience in biopharma scientific communications, medical/scientific affairs, R&D communications, or related content roles.
• Demonstrated excellence in storyboarding and executive?level slidewriting for external scientific talks; outstanding editorial judgment.
• Proven ability to collaborate with senior scientists and executives and to influence content direction amid ambiguity.
• Deep understanding of drug discovery & development and the standards for scientific accuracy in external communications.
• Strong project/program management; able to manage multiple decks and deadlines simultaneously.
• Experience preparing speakers for top?tier academic seminars and major scientific meetings; comfort with high?stakes audiences.
• Familiarity with internal review processes (medical/legal/regulatory) and claims governance.

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, 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 where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.

Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.
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Application deadline
Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.
Sponsorship
Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.
As an organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for people around the world, Amgen fosters an inclusive environment of diverse, ethical, committed and highly accomplished people who respect each other and live the Amgen values to continue advancing science to serve patients. Together, we compete in the fight against serious disease.
Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
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.
Amgen will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Salary Range 144,712.00 USD - 182,277.00 USD

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