Head of Global Development Obesity
- Employer
- Amgen
- Location
- Thousand Oaks, California
- Start date
- Oct 15, 2024
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- Discipline
- Clinical, Clinical Development, Clinical Research
- Required Education
- Doctorate/PHD/MD
- Position Type
- Full time
- Hotbed
- Biotech Beach, Best Places to Work
Job Details
HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?
At Amgen, every challenge is an opportunity. And every opportunity brings the potential to change lives. Our shared missionto serve patientshas driven our status as one of the worlds preeminent biotechnology companies, reaching over 10 million patients worldwide. Leverage your high-level expertise to lead and forge partnerships that advance the biotechnical and biopharmaceutical science that can turn the tide of serious, life-interrupting illnesses.
Vice President, Global Development Obesity
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What you will do
Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this newly created role, the Vice President of Obesity Development will lead the late clinical development strategy, planning and decision making for pipeline products with the targeted indications of weight management and diabetes, as well as other selected obesity related conditions (e.g. liver disease, sleep apnea etc.).
In addition to being a member of Global Development, this individual will be a member of the Obesity Leadership Team, comprised of cross-functional leaders that specifically focus on the discovery, development and delivery of all obesity products. Counterpart leaders in the Obesity Leadership Team include Research, Early Development, Medical Affairs and Commercial functions that advance the Obesity pipeline and champion and contribute to business development opportunities in the Obesity area.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the prioritization of staff engagement and development activities while actively pursuing diversity in thought as well as inclusion of people with different backgrounds within the TA.
Responsibilities
Provide strategic, scientific and people leadership for the Obesity development pipeline and marketed products as it relates to weight management and diabetes as well as selected other obesity related conditions (liver disease, sleep apnea, etc.).
Oversee late clinical programs within the Obesity disease area, helping define the portfolio vision and strategy and mobilizing the team to execute against it
Serve as a senior advisor or executive sponsor for functional, cross-functional and/or corporate initiatives
Critically evaluate business development opportunities
Evaluate the overall benefit/risk of assets
Provide clinical input into product/indication strategy
Establish and nurture key strategic partnerships including public-private and private-private
Chair related Technical Review Committees for the disease area, driving cross-functional advice and providing approval for the scientific design of clinical trials
Create and maintain highly motivated development teams through leadership, people management and coaching with a focus on career development
Ensures effective performance management of direct reports through comprehensive goal setting, regular performance reviews, as well as direct and timely feedback
Foster a culture that attracts and retains the best talent
Support staff diversity, inclusion and belonging
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What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek is proficient with these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school AND
Five years of industry or academic research AND
8 years of direct managerial experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs or directing the allocation of resources.
Preferred Qualifications:
MD, and/or PhD/PharmD, plus accredited residency in relevant sub-specialty, board certified or equivalent
Eight (8) or more years of clinical research experience within in the biopharmaceutical industry, and/or private practice, (including hospital based) basic science research combined with clinical teaching and patient care activities.
Highly skilled in leveraging diverse thoughts and perspectives in clinical strategy development
In-depth understanding of the scientific method and clinical applications based on medical, scientific, and practical rationale
In-depth understanding of and proven success in how to conceptualize, design, and conduct complex, global clinical trials
Medical knowledge in the relevant therapeutic area; obesity and/or diabetes experience required
Sound scientific and clinical judgment
Understanding of regulatory agency organization, guidelines, and practices and ability to negotiate with these groups
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices (GCP), FDA regulations and guidelines, and applicable international regulatory requirements
Understanding of new drug commercialization and business practices
Understanding of resourcing and budgeting
Passionate and highly capable of mentoring and leading highly talented teams
Ability to effectively present ideas and document complex medical/clinical concepts in both written and oral communication
Demonstrated ability to organize and lead expert Clinical Research Advisory Panels
History of solving problems while exhibiting superior judgment and a balanced, realistic understanding of issues
They will also embody the Amgen leadership attributes which are:
Inspire: Create a connected, inclusive, and inspiring work environment that empowers talent to thrive
Accelerate: Enable speed that matches the urgency of patient needs by encouraging progress over perfection
Integrate: Connect the dots to amplify the collective power of Amgen to drive results for patients, staff, and shareholders
Adapt: Lead through change by adapting to an ever-changing environment and defining a clear course of action to deliver results
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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 annual base salary range for this Vice President Role is $307,500-$512,500.
In addition to the base salary, 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
Amgens Commitment to Our Staff
At Amgen, our mission is serving patients. Our staff are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of science to transform medicine and turn the tide on serious illnesses. Central to achieving this mission is our people-first philosophy.
We recruit the best talent, build an environment that facilitates career growth, and provide staff with the opportunity to make significant contributions for patients and our business.
We equip all our staff members to live well-rounded, healthy lives. Most recently, Amgen added benefits for transgender employees and continues to pride itself on industry-leading, family-friendly offerings for families of all compositions.
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.
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.
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.
Company
We are all different, yet we have this in common: our mission to serve patients. This sense of shared purpose is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. It guides us as we continue to launch new medicines and reach millions of patients worldwide.
We live the mission.
We win together.
We thrive on continual challenge.
Our team of 22,000+ scientists and professionals worldwide bring distinct perspectives and experiences to all we do. We leverage our global talent to achieve together—to research, manufacture and deliver ever-better products and greater depth to our mission.
At Amgen, there is a strong correlation between our high level of diversity and performance. Because addressing issues with a wider range of perspectives and approaches leads to more creative problem-solving. Together, we’re transforming the promise of science and biotechnology into therapies that have the power to restore health.
Connect with us to explore how you can Win, Live, and Thrive at Amgen.
- Website
- http://careers.amgen.com/
- Phone
- 805-447-1000
- Location
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Corporate Headquarters
One Amgen Center Drive
Thousand Oaks
California
91320-1799
United States
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