What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Obesity Communications position at Initial Therapeutics, Inc.?
Join Amgen's Mission of Serving PatientsAt 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 lie within them, you'll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.Director, Obesity Communications What you will do Let's do this. Let's change the world. In this pivotal role, you will lead the global communications strategy and execution for the chronic weight management indication for MariTide, Amgen's lead asset for obesity and related conditions. By partnering closely with the cross-functional obesity and related conditions team, you will ensure the delivery of high-impact communications that align with the MARITIME clinical development program.You will report directly to the Executive Director of Obesity Communications, who oversees the integrated corporate affairs plan for Amgen's emerging obesity portfolio. This role offers an exciting opportunity to influence and shape the communications strategy around one of Amgen's most impactful therapeutic areas.Develop and Execute Global Communications Strategy : Lead the creation and execution of a global communication strategy for MariTide's chronic weight management indication, ensuring alignment with the broader obesity and related conditions portfolio.Stakeholder Engagement : Collaborate with key internal and external stakeholders including patients, policymakers, media, and Amgen employees to ensure consistent messaging and engagement across all channels.Data and Milestone Communications : Craft and implement communications strategies for key data milestones and product development updates, ensuring clarity and impact for both internal and external audiences.Cross-functional Collaboration : Partner with the clinical, medical, regulatory, and commercial teams to ensure communications support the ongoing development of MariTide, aligning with the MARITIME clinical program.Internal Communication Leadership : Lead internal communication efforts to ensure Amgen employees are informed and engaged with developments related to MariTide and its chronic weight management indication.Location : Ideally based in the Los Angeles area or California / West Coast remote, with the ability to travel to Amgen's HQ in Thousand Oaks, CA as needed.What we expect of you We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The communications professional we seek has these qualifications.Basic Qualifications : Doctorate degree and 4 years of communications or public relations experienceOrMasters degree and 7 years of communications or public relations experienceOrBachelors degree and 9 years of communications or public relations experiencePreferred Qualifications : 10 - 12 years within communications or public relationsDeep understanding of the biotechnology / pharmaceutical industry or health careProven ability to develop and execute multi-faceted strategic communications campaigns in a matrixed organizationStrategic and creative thinker with the ability to truly understand business challenges and priorities and develop actionable programs that integrate soundly with business objectivesMeaningful experience in social and digital media, earned media relations, issues management, and internal communicationsPassion for the role, paired with strong written, spoken, and interpersonal communication skills with attention to detailAbility to productively navigate a challenging and dynamic environment and adapt to rapid changesStrong critical thinking, problem-solving, and planning skillsCollaboratively work with a diverse group of people and backgroundsSelf-starter with demonstrated entrepreneurial spirit, enthusiasm, and creativityExperience in creating and translating scientific and technical content for a broad range of audiencesWhat 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 accountsA discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive planStock-based long-term incentivesAward-winning time-off plansFlexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possibleApply now for a career that defies imaginationObjects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us.careers.amgen.comIn any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.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.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.#J-18808-Ljbffr
