Clinical Research Medical Director, Small Cell Lung Cancer

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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.

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Clinical Research Medical Director

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will have an opportunity to shape the Thoracic Oncology Therapeutic Area. This role will report directly to the Global Development Lead for the Program. The position may be US in-person or remote.

• Serve as small cell lung cancer clinical expert to provide clinical/scientific knowledge into the development, delivery and communication of the global scientific/medical evidence plan for the indication
• Serve as the medical monitor on key clinical trials in lung oncology
• Support cross-functional and global collaborations to integrate broad medical, scientific, and commercial input into the development program
• Participate and provide clinical input into safety and regulatory interactions
• Interpret and communicate clinical trial data
• Author CSRs, publications, and regulatory submissions
• Develop key opinion leaders and make scientific presentation at advisory boards, key scientific meetings and external committee meetings as delegated by GDL
• Identify new clinical research opportunities
• Support in-licensing and out-licensing activities and partner relationships
• Support product lifecycle management for new indications as directed by the Global Development Lead

Provide clinical content input to materials to be used in Scientific Affairs as well as the Commercial Organization

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 leader with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school

AND

2 years of clinical research experience and/or basic science research

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 years Clinical experience in either an accredited academic setting or in industry
• PhD in an area related to Oncology and Molecular Biology
• Established network of lung cancer experts
• MD with strong and versatile clinical development experience in lung oncology, and accreditation in relevant sub-specialty
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical product development, product lifecycle, and commercialization processes
• Experience with developing study concepts for clinical development and clinical trial designs with cross functional input, including biostatistics, observational research and patient reported outcomes in Phase 1,2 and/or 3 clinical trials
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices (GCP), FDA and EMEA/CHMP regulations and guidelines, and applicable international regulatory requirements.
• Leadership experience/potential as a lung cancer medical expert in a complex matrix environment
• Ability to effectively present ideas and document complex medical/clinical concepts in written and verbal communications
• Strong interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities while exhibiting superior judgment and a balanced, realistic understanding of issues and resolution path

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, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible

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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.

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