Sr. Medical Scientist US Medical Affairs, Obesity and Related Conditions

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Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen if you feel like youre part of something bigger its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do.

Since 1980 weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds 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 youll 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 youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Sr. Medical Scientist US Medical Affairs Obesity and Related Conditions

What you will do

Lets do this. Lets change the this vital role you will serve as the US medical affairs representative on strategic development and implementation.

• Develop and implement US medical affairs strategies aligned with corporate objectives and US market needs.
• Provide strategic input into evidence generation plans including clinical trials and real-world studies with relevance to the US healthcare environment.
• Translate clinical and scientific insights into actionable strategies to address unmet medical needs in metabolic diseases including obesity medicine chronic weight management and obesity-related comorbidity such as obstructive sleep apnea.
• Align medical communication strategies with broader organizational goals including publications medical education and US field medical activities.
• Contribute to product lifecycle management including US launch readiness and post-market activities
• Lead or support the design implementation and oversight of Phase 4 studies investigator-initiated trials implementation science studies and real-world evidence (RWE) projects focused on the US market.
• Ensure high-quality dissemination of clinical and scientific data through publications presentations and other US-focused channels.
• Provide input into US regulatory submissions value dossiers and health economics and outcomes research (HEOR) initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment of evidence generation with US market access and payer needs.
• Build and maintain relationships with US-based key opinion leaders (KOLs) healthcare professionals (HCPs) patient advocacy groups and professional societies.
• Facilitate advisory boards symposia and other scientific engagements to gather insights and share medical knowledge within the US.
• Act as a US medical spokesperson for the companys therapeutic area(s) or product portfolio.

What we expect of you

We are all different yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The medical affair professional we seek is a strategic leader with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree and 2 years of medical affairs experience

Or

Masters degree and 4 years of medical affairs experience

Or

Bachelors degree and 6 years of medical affairs experience

Or

Associates degree and 10 years of medical affairs experience

Or

High school diploma / GED and 12 years of medical affairs experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• MD DO PhD PharmDs and other advanced degree holders will be considered based on individual profile.
• Clinical experience and strong disease-area knowledge in metabolic diseases including obesity medicine chronic weight management and/or obstructive sleep apnea in relation to obesity is highly desirable.
• Experience in related cardiometabolic conditions.
• Strategic US launch experience for new therapies or products.
• Expertise in building Integrated Evidence Generation Plans tailored to the US market.
• Proven track record of engaging with US-based KOLs advocacy groups payers and other external stakeholders.
• Experience working with the FDA and other US regulatory bodies; global experience is a plus but not required.
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical product development product lifecycle and commercialization processes including clinical operations commercial regulatory and medical affairs.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and foster collaboration across departments such as R&D commercial regulatory and compliance.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to adapt to changing environments.

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 well 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.

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