Director, Scientific Communications - Tezspire

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Director, Scientific Communications – Tezspire

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role the Director Scientific Communications is the single point of accountability for Holistic Scientific Communications for Tezspire. Reporting to the Executive Director, Scientific Communications, the Director, Scientific Communications partners with key internal team members to develop and drive execution of the scientific communication deliverables in alignment with overall product strategy. This includes strategic planning and development of content, definition of channels, determination of audience, and areas of focus to maximize Amgen's value proposition. This role will partner closely with the operations team on activities such as process alignment, standardization, continuous improvement, and innovation, including use of digital and multi-channel approaches.

As a people leader, this person will also be accountable for creating a culture of psychological safety, agility, and diversity to inspire and motivate teams to the highest level of performance.

Responsibilities:

The Director, Scientific Communications – Tezspire will lead the Tezspire Scientific Communication (SciComm) Team and specific responsibilities of this role include:

• Support prioritization process and resource allocation to meet program goals on time and within budget.

Lead the Tezspire SciComm team to:

• Develop high-quality strategic plans and scientific and medical content (including publications, medical content, payer-relevant content) to communicate Amgen science in alignment with product strategies
• Contribute to medical strategy through scientific expertise and defining appropriate, relevant, and innovative channels for delivery of medical and scientific content to reach target audiences
• Successfully collaborate with external partner to solicit and provide input into shared product SciComm strategic plans
• Develop, maintain, cultivate, and influence strong relationships with cross-functional colleagues
• Support the development of educational events and activities in alignment with program goals and objectives.
• Maintain strong relationship with the product partner company
• Support development of strategic plans and ensure successful execution of top tier congresses
• Understand the external landscape and advance the SciComm capability in alignment with evolving regulatory, legal, and industry guidelines and recommendations
• Ensure compliance with relevant SciComm SOP(s) and system(s)
• Recruit, retain, and motivate high-performing and empowered staff
• Effectively manage agency and vendor partnerships
• Actively support and enhance the career development of employees within SciComm team

In partnership with the SciComm Operations Team:

• Contribute to and participate in governance of, consistent process, and training across the SciComm capability
• Support the evolution of systems and new technologies, and continuous process improvement, and vendor oversight
• Evolve procedures and systems, as necessary, to ensure all activities in full compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Ensure staff receive appropriate onboarding and ongoing training,,and manage role-based curriculum (RBC) assignments for SciComm roles
• Partner with Global Learning and Performance to support the annual strategy and execution of training programs to support TA/staff
• Partner with Med Info to respond to inquiries and conduct literature surveillance

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The professional we seek has these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

Doctorate degree & 4 years of Publication OR Medical Communications OR Medical Value and Access OR Medical Strategy Experience

Or

Master’s degree & 8 years of Global Publication OR Medical Communications OR Medical Value and Access OR Medical Strategy Experience

Or

Bachelor’s degree & 10 years of Global Publication OR Medical Communications OR Medical Value and Access OR Medical Strategy Experience

In addition to meeting at least one of the above requirements, you must have at least 4 years of experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs, or directing the allocation or resources. Your managerial experience may run concurrently with the required technical experience referenced above.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous leadership within a function and experience managing direct reports
• 5 or more years of relevant experience in clinical research, patient care, clinical development, medical/scientific affairs and/or basic research
• Prior experience in Medical Affairs or Clinical Development within the biopharmaceutical industry, and/or clinical or research experience in inflammatory or respiratory diseases
• Deep understanding of the drug development and commercialization process
• Deep understanding of clinical trial processes
• Toolsets/skills required to drive organizational change and translate corporate imperatives into strategic drivers for the function with limited supervision
• Business process and systems management experience
• Finance and budget management experience
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical industry guidelines and legal/health system environment
• Strong ability to lead multiple disciplines and initiatives in a fast-paced environment, with changing priorities and significant time pressures to shape functional strategy
• Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal), time management, project planning, aptitude in presenting in front of executives and strong ability for self-direction
• Knowledge and experience with multi-channel scientific platform and communications
• Deep understanding of Good Publication Practices, including familiarity with external guidelines, recommendations and standards (e.g., ICMJE, current Good Publication Practice (GPP) Guidelines, GPP 2022)
• Externally recognized as having knowledge or expertise in scientific publications, medical communications, or medical affairs practices

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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