Chief of Staff, AI & Data Science Strategy

BioSpace; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen seeks a Chief of Staff for Enterprise AI & Data Science in Washington, DC to drive strategic planning, portfolio governance, and organizational readiness. You will bridge AI & Data initiatives with business priorities, coordinating leaders across functions to accelerate execution.

You will partner with Finance, HR, Tech, and Communications to steer budgets, talent, and engagement, while shaping the strategy and operating rhythms of a fast-paced AI/Data organization.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree with 4+ years of strategic planning, business operations, or consulting experience.
• Masters degree with 7+ years in the same area.
• Bachelor's degree with 9+ years of relevant experience.
• MBA or advanced degree in strategy, management, or related field.
• Experience in life sciences, biotech, or AI/Data-driven organizations.
• Exceptional executive presence, judgment, and communication skills.
• Proven track record leading strategic initiatives and operating with agility.
• Expertise with executive-level presentation, change management, and cross-functional planning.
• High EQ and comfort navigating ambiguity with diplomacy and influence.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Chief of Staff to the VP of AI & Data Science, orchestrating strategic planning, portfolio management, operational excellence, cross-functional alignment, and organizational readiness.
• Coordinate yearly planning activities, including portfolio strategy, headcount forecasting, and budgeting.
• Shape and run annual operating rhythms (QBRs, portfolio reviews, LT offsites, staff meetings, and readouts).
• Manage day-to-day execution of departmental strategy, supporting cross-functional priorities, key decisions, and follow-through.
• Own agenda planning, coordination, and facilitation for leadership meetings and offsets.
• Serve as the connective tissue across AI & D leaders, tracking key initiatives and ensuring alignment.
• Drive internal communications, cultural rituals, time tracking and cross-departmental engagement.
• Support organizational design activities, including new roles, staff transitions, and capability mapping.
• Partner with Finance, HR, Tech, and Comms to support budget, talent, and engagement strategies.
• Lead departmental communications strategy and content calendar, including newsletters, events, and executive updates.
• Coordinate closely with Product and Program Leads to support project intake, prioritization, and delivery oversight.

Skills

Strategic planning

Business operations

Executive communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Portfolio management

Education

Doctorate degree

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Amgen seeks a Chief of Staff for Enterprise AI & Data Science in Washington, DC to drive strategic planning, portfolio governance, and organizational readiness. You will bridge AI & Data initiatives with business priorities, coordinating leaders across functions to accelerate execution.

You will partner with Finance, HR, Tech, and Communications to steer budgets, talent, and engagement, while shaping the strategy and operating rhythms of a fast-paced AI/Data organization.