Director of Strategic Communications for R&D & AI/Data

Initial Therapeutics, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement and Savings Plan

Stock-based long-term incentives

Flexible work models

Paid time off

Job summary

Amgen is seeking a Strategic Communications, Corporate Affairs Director R&D & AI&D to lead a strategic communications capability within R&D and AI&D. You will partner across the organization to shape how Amgen communicates breakthroughs in science, AI, and data to employees and external stakeholders.

You will develop narratives aligning scientific innovation with business priorities, enhance employee engagement, and strengthen Amgen's reputation for innovation.

Qualifications

• Doctorate, 4+ years in communications or PR experience.
• Masters, 7+ years in communications or PR experience.
• Bachelor's, 9+ years in communications or PR experience.
• Significant experience leading strategic communications in biotech/pharma/healthcare/tech.
• Strong storytelling and executive communications skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop integrated communications strategies for R&D and AI&D.
• Oversee campaigns and content across internal and external channels.
• Shape strategic narratives translating science and business concepts.
• Lead change management communications for transformation and AI adoption.
• Establish governance, measurement, and dashboards for impact.
• Lead a high-performing team and foster collaboration.

Skills

Strategic communications

Executive communications

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Doctorate degree

Masters degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Amgen is seeking a Strategic Communications, Corporate Affairs Director R&D & AI&D to lead a strategic communications capability within R&D and AI&D. You will partner across the organization to shape how Amgen communicates breakthroughs in science, AI, and data to employees and external stakeholders.

You will develop narratives aligning scientific innovation with business priorities, enhance employee engagement, and strengthen Amgen's reputation for innovation.