RD Learning Professional Senior Manager

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HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION

If you feel like youre part of something bigger its because you are. At Amgen our shared missionto serve patientsdrives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the worlds leading biotechnology companies. We are global collaborators who achieve togetherresearching manufacturing and delivering everbetter products that reach over 10 million patients worldwide. Its time for a career you can be proud of. Join us.

Senior Manager R&D Learning Professional R&D/OCMO SubFunctions
GCF Level 6a

Live

What you will do

Lets do this. Lets change the world.

Part of Amgens R&D Strategy & Operations organization the R&D Knowledge & Learning team serves staff across R&D and the Office of the Chief Medical Officer transforming how we learn and grow together. We are reimagining learning as an integrated longitudinal journeyinclusive of but not limited to traditional trainingby deeply understanding roles personas and the competencies needed to deliver on our goals. Through our capabilities and expertise which include learning & performance knowledge management and the Amgen Library we orchestrate tailored learning experiences that drive personal and organizational growth empowering our teams to deliver on Amgens mission to serve patients around the world.

As the Senior Manager R&D Learning Professional you will shape and orchestrate the delivery of learning strategies to grow functionally relevant skillsets/mindsets at the role level while connecting knowledge experiences and resources at the point of need. This role will be a great fit for those who understand what it really takes to succeed in the function because theyve lived it. We are specifically looking for people who bring firsthand experience in one or more of the R&D/OCMO subfunctions they will be serving with the ability to translate that into meaningful learning strategies have a knack for teaching and are ready equip and empower teams to operate at their best.

Reporting to a Director R&D Learning Business Partner you will drive the design development and of learning strategies for key roles initiatives or competencies within the subfunction inclusive of onboarding for key roles upskilling and delivering integrated and longitudinal learning experiences that are inclusive of but extend far beyond just training.

You will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to assess learning needs develop solutions and ensure successful implementation and measurement of the programs you manage. Your role will be crucial in supporting business transformation driving the adoption of new behaviors and processes and ensuring employees are equipped with the necessary skills to excel in their roles.

We are hiring for 3 total positions. While all 3 roles share the same core purpose of shaping learning strategies and driving capability development each role will support a unique set of subfunctional client groups in the R&D and Chief Medical Office organizations:

• Research Commercialization (CMZ) and R&D Strategy & Operations (RDSO)
• Global Development
• Global Medical Global Regulatory Affairs & Strategy (GRAAS) and Global Patient Safety (GPS)

Responsibilities:

• Lead specific learning programs for the subfunction focusing on initiatives roles or competencies that drive business performance.
• Conduct learning needs assessments in partnership with stakeholders to define skill gaps development priorities and competency requirements.
• Develop role personas utilizing user research techniques to form a deep understanding of the various roles in an R&D/OCMO subfunction as it relates to key competencies.
• Design and deliver learning solutions across various modalities (live virtual selfserve) leveraging knowledge management techniques and approaches where appropriate that are aligned with business strategies and tailored to the needs of specific roles or initiatives.
• Work in partnership with Quality and GxP Learning to develop learning experiences to enable a vision for learning beyond read and certify.
• Collaborate with content developers instructional designers and external vendors to deliver highquality learning interventions.
• Manage the learning program lifecycle from planning and to postdelivery assessment and continuous improvement.
• Monitor the effectiveness of learning programs through performance metrics and feedback making necessary adjustments to improve outcomes.
• Act as a change leader by enabling continuous learning and development and supporting transformation initiatives across the subfunction.
• Ensure alignment with enterprisewide learning initiatives and collaborate across functions to share best practices and resources.
• Foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure the relevance and impact of learning solutions.

Win

What we expect of you

We are all different yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The Learning Business Partner we seek is an experienced strategicminded leader with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• Doctorate degree and 2 years of related experience
• OR Masters degree and 6 years of related experience
• OR Bachelors degree and 8 years of related experience

Preferred Skills:

• Experience designing and implementing learning and development strategies in a complex matrixed organization.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design with experience across various learning modalities (virtual inperson blended).
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to influence and partner with senior stakeholders.
• Ability to use data and metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of learning programs and continuously improve solutions.
• Experience working with external vendors and crossfunctional teams to deliver impactful learning experiences.
• Familiarity with the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry particularly within R&D or OCMO functions is a plus.

Thrive

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 wellbeing.

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.

• Stockbased longterm incentives.

• Awardwinning timeoff plans and biannual companywide shutdowns.

• Flexible work models including remote work arrangements where possible.

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for a career that defies imagination

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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.

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.

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