Senior Manager, Corporate Affairs - R&D

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At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do.

Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds 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, youll 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, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Senior Manager, Corporate Affairs -R&D

What you will do

Lets do this! Lets change the world! In this vital role we are seeking a dynamic and talented Corporate Affairs professional to join our R&D Communications team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on collaboration, values in-person teamwork, and is passionate about developing impactful communication strategies that highlight innovation and scientific excellence. This role will require some time onsite at the Thousand Oaks or South San Francisco campus.

In this role, youll support Amgens Research and Development (R&D) priorities by crafting compelling internal and external communication initiatives. Your efforts will amplify our reputation for scientific innovation and our commitment to being a top destination for talent.

Partner with R&D Corporate Affairs Directors to advance Amgens reputation, emphasizing our science, innovation, and pipeline.

Develop and maintain engaging internal communication channels to foster alignment with business objectives.

Identify and create compelling content that highlights Amgen as a leader in science and a top workplace.

Provide tools and insights to enhance engagement across R&D.

Lead key elements of the R&D strategic communication plan, s uch as newsletters, campaigns, and events.

Oversee social media presence for key R&D executives, including planning, content creation, and account management.

Collaborate on content for Amgen.com and Amgenpipeline.com, ensuring accurate and timely updates.

Manage the overall calendar for R&D milestones and identify opportunities to amplify key activities.

Support the submission process for key external awards that recognize Amgens scientific excellence.

Coordinate on-site R&D events and provide in - studio video production for R&D leadership and special projects like end of year sizzle reels.

Monitor and manage the R&D communications budget, including vendor onboarding and billing processes.

What we expect of you

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

Basic Qualifications :

Doctorate degree and 2 years of corporate communications or public relations experience

Masters degree and 4 years of corporate communications or public relations experience

Bachelors degree and 6 years of corporate communications or public relations experience

Associates degree and 10 years of corporate communications or public relations experience

High school diploma / GED and 12 years of corporate communications or public relations experience

Preferred Qualifications :

Degree in public relations, communications or journalism

experience working in-house or within a PR agency

Biotechnology, pharmaceutical or healthcare product public relations including corporate experience highly desired

Hands on experience scientific / research communications desirable

Strong oral and presentation skills; ability to negotiate and persuade

Outstanding writing skills

Strategic and creative thinker with ability to develop actionable programs that integrate soundly with business objectives

Ability to efficiently navigate a challenging and dynamic environment, and deal with rapidly changing priorities

Ability to interact with all levels of management and manage staff and vendors

Ability to think quickly, analytically and creatively to accommodate a dynamic communications environment

Excellent interpersonal skills; enthusiastic, team player and self-starter; serious dedication to hard work and excellence

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, well 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.

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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