Observational Research Manager - Pharmacovigilance Epidemiology and Causal Inference

Amgen; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen is seeking an Observational Research Manager to contribute to comparative research and regulatory safety studies. This remote position requires a strong scientific background and offers the opportunity to impact patient care through innovative research. Ideal candidates will have experience in observational research and a passion for advancing science.

Benefits

Comprehensive employee benefits package

Retirement and Savings Plan

Discretionary annual bonus program

Stock-based long-term incentives

Flexible work models

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Epidemiology or related field preferred.
• Experience in observational research studies within a pharmaceutical setting.
• Record of publications in observational research or clinical journals.

Responsibilities

• Designs and implements models to estimate patient exposure.
• Leads research projects involving database analysis.
• Communicates significant scientific information to various audiences.

Skills

Epidemiology

Observational research

Data analysis

Communication

Project management

Education

Doctorate degree

Master's degree

Bachelor's Degree

Associate’s degree

High school diploma / GED

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.

**Observational Research Manager**

**What you will do**

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role you will have responsibilities related to comparative research and regulatory safety studies executed by the Safety and Pharmacoepidemiology team in the Data and Analytics Center (DAC).

Observational research (OR) makes important contributions to drug development, commercialization, and safety evaluation. OR gives evidence regarding the frequency and distribution of disease, the natural history and clinical burden of disease, the design of clinical trials, cost and utilization patterns, and the safety and efficacy of therapies. There is growing demand for information from OR-based evidence by regulatory and reimbursement authorities. The Center for Observational Research (CfOR) was built to address this imperative.

The CfOR Manager is recognized as a strong scientific contributor and is a first or contributing author for papers in peer reviewed journals or for internal reports that address the company’s mission.

This position will be remote.

**Key Activities include, but are not limited to:**

+ Designs and implements models to estimate patient exposure to Amgen marketed products.

+ Designs and implements retrospective database studies in support of safety and pharmacovigilance.

+ Provides epidemiological input to worldwide regulatory submissions such as PSURs and RMPs.

+ Executes or leads research projects involving the analysis of multiple databases

+ Provides safety research support across the life cycle of Amgen products

+ Supports development of risk management plans

+ Conducts literature reviews and prepares research reports and scientific manuscripts

+ Stays abreast of the latest developments in the field of observational research and drug development

+ Promotes awareness, understanding, and use of observational research methods

+ Supports relationships with key leaders in observational research

+ Provides input into observational research department meetings

+ Communicates significant scientific information to a variety of audiences

**What we expect of you**

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

**Basic Qualifications:**

Doctorate degree

Or

Master's degree and 2 years of scientific experience

Or

Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of scientific experience

Or

Associate’s degree and 8 years of scientific experience

Or

High school diploma / GED & 10 years of scientific experience

**Preferred Qualifications:**

+ Doctorate in Epidemiology or other subject with high observational research content

+ Experience in the design, execution, and analysis of observational research studies within a pharmaceutical or public health setting

+ Experience in observational research project planning and management

+ Experience communicating observational research information, written and oral

+ Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams

+ Record of publications in observational research or clinical journals

**What you can expect from 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

**Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.**

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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.

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. Amgen is an Equal Opportunity employer and will consider you without regard to your race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.