Executive Medical Director, Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic

Executive Medical Director, Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic
United States - Remote APLICAR AHORAJOIN AMGEN’S MISSION OF SERVING PATIENTS
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Executive Medical Director, Cardiovascular-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM)
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What you will do
Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. The Obesity organization is seeking an Executive Medical Director that will oversee a team of physician-scientists that support evidence generation for cardiovascular risk reduction in the metabolic space.
This role will focus on heart failure and you will oversee a heart failure outcomes trial with MariTide, a novel bispecific monoclonal antibody-peptide conjugate being investigated for the treatment of obesity and related conditions.
Responsibilities:
Provide clinical/scientific knowledge into the development, design, delivery, and communication of the global evidence generation plan for multiple metabolic assets.
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
Oversee the authoring of clinical study reports, publications, and regulatory submissions
Develop relationships with key opinion leaders and make scientific presentation at advisory boards, key scientific meetings and external committee meetings as delegated by Global Development Lead
Provide clinical content input to materials to be used in Scientific Affairs as well as the Commercial Organization
Contribute to TPP (target product profile) and Global Product Safety (GPS) development
Create development options and present to Global Dev Review Committee (GDRC), Obesity Leadership Team (OLT)
Interact with TA leadership and extended team to develop strategies options
Interact with Center for Design Analysis (CfDA), Center for Observational Research (CfOR), Clinical Pharmacology Modeling & Simulation (CPMS), etc., to bring innovative later development options.
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What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The candidate we seek is an experienced leader with the following qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:
MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school AND
5 years of industry or academic research experience AND
6 years of managerial experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs or directing the allocation of resources
Preferred Qualifications:
Five (5) or more years of clinical research experience in the biopharmaceutical industry (biotech, pharmaceutical or CRO company) in cardiovascular outcomes evidence generation.
Eight (8) or more years of clinical research experience and/or basic science research combined with clinical teaching and patient care activities
Oversee late phase evidence generation from Phase 2 and beyond by leading the design and implementation of the Total Evidence Generation Plan (EGP), including registrational, non-registrational, and real-world evidence
Previous experience in regulatory interactions and filing activities for Cardiovascular indications
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 in obesity or diabetes
Strong and versatile clinical development experience in cardiovascular disease, endocrinology, and accreditation in relevant sub-specialty
Knowledge of pharmaceutical product development, product lifecycle, and commercialization processes
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices (GCP), FDA and EMEA/CHMP regulations and guidelines, and applicable international regulatory requirements
Leadership experience/potential as a medical expert in a complex matrix environment
Ability to effectively present ideas and document complex medical/clinical concepts in both written and oral communication
Strong interpersonal skills and problem-solving abilities while exhibiting superior judgment and a balanced, realistic understanding of issues and resolution path
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 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 annual base salary range for this opportunity in the U.S. is $343,334 - $403,278.
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:
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
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.
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.