Senior Medical Scientist, Medical Affairs- Dermatology - Rheumatology

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At Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.

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.

Our award-winning culture is collaborative, innovative, and science based. If you have a passion for challenges and the opportunities that lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Senior Medical Scientist, Medical Affairs- Dermatology - Rheumatology

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will drive the development and execution of product Medical strategies to improve Amgen's value proposition in alignment with product strategy in the US. The Inflammation US Medical Senior Medical Scientist for US Products supports the implementation of US Inflammation Medical strategies, including US launch and lifecycle management.

• Supports the development and execution of US products medical strategy, via the US Medical Plan, including launch support and lifecycle management, in alignment with US Commercial Brand strategy and Global Medical strategy

• Supports development of local Access and Use Evidence Generation (AUEG) in alignment with Global and US Medical Strategies.

• Supports the development and implementation of Medical Affairs clinical studies.

• Supports Congress medical training, execution and reporting.

• Participates in engagement of external key partners (often in partnership with other functions).

• Participates with the MAC operating committee in the material reviews, ensuring Medical and Scientific accuracy during reviews.

• Supports or implements external Stakeholder Strategy Engagement strategy and execution with medical experts, professional societies, patient groups and other key partners.

• Supports commercial cross-functional initiatives, including Commercial ad boards and speaker trainings.

• Medical / Scientific contribution to Value Dossiers, compendia and interactions with payers in collaboration with VA&P.

• Performs product-specific US evidence generation strategy, in alignment with EGT, and supports execution of data communication strategy.

• Provides input into medical and scientific insight for incorporation into US product strategies.

• Builds Amgen ‘s reputation as a science-based and patient-focused reliable partner

• Conducts comprehensive and in-depth scientific reviews to critically evaluate data, ensure accuracy and support evidence-based decision-making.

• Translates clinical and scientific insights into actionable strategies to address unmet medical needs.

• Contributes to product lifecycle management, including launch readiness and post-market activities.

• Leads or supports the design, execution, and oversight of Phase 3b/4 studies, investigator-initiated trials, and real-world evidence (RWE) projects.

• Ensures high-quality dissemination of clinical and scientific data in publications, presentations, and other channels.

• Provides input into regulatory submissions, value dossiers, and health economics outcomes research (HEOR) initiatives.

• Collaborates with internal teams to ensure alignment of evidence generation with market access needs.

• Facilitates advisory boards, symposia, and other scientific engagements to gather insights and share medical knowledge.

• Provides scientific input into marketing materials, promotional campaigns, and training programs while ensuring compliance with regulations.

• Supports product launches by integrating scientific insights into commercial strategies.

• Ensures all medical activities align with applicable laws, regulations, industry standards, and company policies.

• Develops an environment of ethical conduct and integrity within the 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:

Doctorate degree and 2 years of directly related experience

OR

Master’s degree and 4 years of directly related experience

OR

Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of directly related experience

OR

Associate’s degree and 10 years of directly related experience

OR

High school diploma / GED and 12 years of directly related experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2+ years of Medical Affairs experience in the pharma/biotech industry

• Experience with stakeholder engagement and interactions (e.g. opinion leaders, advocacy groups, collaborative research networks).

• In-depth understanding of scientific methods and clinical applications based on medical, scientific and practical rationale.

• In-depth understanding of Inflammation and Immunology.

• Familiarity with concepts of clinical research, clinical trial design, real world evidence, and biostatistics.

• Launch experience for new therapies or products.

• Knowledge of pharmaceutical product development, product lifecycle, and commercialization processes, including but not limited to, clinical operations, commercial, regulatory, and medical affairs.

• 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, 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

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.

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.

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