External Research & Development Technology Innovation Business Development, Director

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. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer heart disease inflammatory conditions rare diseases and obesity and obesity-related conditions. 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.

External Research & Development - Technology Innovation Business Development Director

Lets do this. Lets change the this vital role you will lead Amgens search evaluation and selected transaction activities for external partnerships focused on AI-enabled technologies and other technology innovation opportunities across the biotech and technology ecosystem. You will help shape and execute Amgens external technology innovation strategy whileidentifyingopportunities that accelerate research development and enterprise capabilities.

Working closely with cross-functional partners across Research & Development Technology Innovation Commercial Operations Legal and Corporate Strategy you will evaluate emerging technologies lead complex assessments negotiate strategic partnerships and cultivate relationships with leading technology companies biotech organizations venture investors and innovation ecosystems. You will also contribute to broader External R&D business development initiatives as business priorities evolve.

This role is ideally based at an Amgen Research hub in South San Francisco CA or Thousand Oaks CA to enable close collaboration with research teams.

Responsibilities:

• Identify evaluate and advance external AI digital HealthTech and technology innovation opportunities aligned with Amgens R&D and enterprise strategy.

• Monitor scientific technology and competitive trends to uncover high-value partnership opportunities.

• Build and maintain relationships with technology companies biotech organizations investors academic institutions and innovation networks.

• Represent Amgen externally to strengthen strategic partnerships and enhance visibility within the innovation ecosystem.

• Lead scientific technical commercial and strategic assessments of external opportunities.

• Direct cross-functional diligence teams to evaluate scientific merit feasibility strategic fit and business value.

• Translate complex technical and business insights into clear recommendations for senior leadership.

• Drive governance and decision-making processes throughout opportunity evaluation.

• Lead business development transactions including collaborations licensing agreements and strategic partnerships.

• Partner with Legal and cross-functional teams to negotiate terms and execute agreements.

• Support broader External R&D transactions including collaborations licensing opportunities and acquisitions.

• Present opportunity assessments and transaction strategies to leadership and governance committees.

• Collaborate across R&D Technology Innovation Commercial Operations Finance Legal and Corporate Strategy to align external innovation efforts with business priorities.

• Influence strategic direction through data-driven analysis stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration.

• Lead and influence cross-functional teams to deliver business objectives.

• Mentor team members and contribute to the growth of the External R&D organization.

We are all different yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional weseekis a strategic business development leader with the following qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree in a scientific field and 4 years of biotech HealthTech technology or biopharmaceutical business development experience

OR

Masters degree in a scientific field and 7 years of biotech HealthTech technology or biopharmaceutical business development experience

OR

Bachelors degree in a scientific field and 9 years of biotech HealthTech technology or biopharmaceutical business development experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate in a scientific discipline withexpertisespanning biotechnology HealthTech artificial intelligence data science technology innovation and biopharmaceutical research.

• Demonstrated business development experience including evaluation licensing strategic partnerships collaborations and transaction execution.

• Experience leading technology-focused evaluations involving AI-enabled platforms digital technologies or emerging innovation capabilities.

• Strong understanding ofthe biotechnology pharmaceutical technology and venture capital ecosystems.

• Proven ability to lead complex cross-functional teams and influence stakeholders across multiple functions and organizational levels.

• Excellent scientific strategic thinking analytical communication and presentation skills.

• Demonstrated ability to evaluate complex opportunities prioritize competing demands and make sound business decisions.

• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities.

• Track recordof building trusted relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners including technology companies biotechnology companies venture investors and emerging innovators.

• Professional presence with strong negotiation influencing and relationship management skills.

• Ability to work independently while mentoring colleagues and contributing to a highly collaborative team environment.

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.

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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 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.