Clinical Research Medical Director

Amgen; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to transforming lives through innovative medicine. As a Clinical Research Medical Director focused on Small Cell Lung Cancer, you will lead groundbreaking research efforts and collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop impactful therapies. This role offers the flexibility of remote work and the chance to make a significant difference in patients' lives. With a commitment to professional growth and a supportive culture, you will thrive in an environment that values your contributions and expertise. Embark on a fulfilling career that challenges the status quo and advances medical science.

Benefits

Retirement and Savings Plan

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Life and Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Discretionary Annual Bonus Program

Stock-based Long-term Incentives

Award-winning Time-off Plans

Flexible Work Models

Qualifications

• 2 years of clinical research experience and/or basic science research.
• Fellowship training and board certification in Oncology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide expertise in thoracic oncology and support clinical trials.
• Conduct medical reviews and author regulatory submissions.

Skills

Clinical Research

Oncology Expertise

Regulatory Knowledge

Leadership Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

MD or DO degree

Job description

Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients

At 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 lay within them, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

Clinical Research Medical Director – Small Cell Lung Cancer

What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will have an opportunity to shape this Therapeutic Area. This role will report directly to the Global Development Lead for a program. The position may be in-person or remote.

• Provide therapeutic area expertise in thoracic oncology and contribute to the development, execution, and communication of the global scientific/medical evidence plan for small cell lung cancer area.
• Serve as the medical monitor on key clinical trials in prostate cancer
• Conduct medical review of clinical trial data
• 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
• Author CSRs, publications, and regulatory submissions
• Lead interactions with key opinion leaders and deliver presentations at advisory boards, key scientific meetings and external committee meetings as delegated by GDL
• Identify new clinical research opportunities
• Support in-licensing and out-licensing activities and partner relationships
• Support product lifecycle management for new indications as directed by Global Development Lead
• Provide clinical content input to materials to be used in Scientific Affairs as well as the Commercial Organization

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The dynamic professional we seek is a leader with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:

MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school

AND

2 years of clinical research experience and/or basic science research

Preferred Qualifications:

• MD with fellowship training and board certification in Oncology with demonstrated clinical development experience in prostate oncology
• Knowledge of pharmaceutical product development, product lifecycle, and commercialization processes
• 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 Late phase clinical trials
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practices (GCP), FDA and EMEA/CHMP regulations and guidelines, and applicable international regulatory requirements.
• Leadership experience/potential as a lung cancer 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

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.

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.