Oncology Strategy Director

BioSpace; Washington (District of Columbia); Remote; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen is seeking an Oncology Strategy Director to lead cross-functional initiatives shaping our oncology R&D future. This role supports annual strategy, portfolio planning, and external collaborations, with occasional full remote work and Pacific Time overlap.

QUALIFIED CANDIDATES bring a doctorate or equivalent with healthcare strategy experience, plus robust knowledge of biopharma and strong leadership at executive levels. This is a high-impact leadership role with global scope.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree and 4 years of healthcare business experience
• Masters degree and 7 years of healthcare business experience
• Bachelor's degree and 9 years of healthcare business experience
• MD, MBA, MS, Ph.D. or equivalent
• Eight or more years of strategy experience in management consulting, finance, or corporate strategy
• Robust knowledge of biopharma industry, including pharma development and R&D processes
• Oncology R&D experience in the biopharmaceutical industry
• Excellent cross-functional communication skills and decisive leadership

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic, cross-functional projects for Development leadership
• Drive project execution and influence across functions and levels
• Develop and support annual oncology portfolio strategies
• Conduct technology assessments, analyses, and landscape evaluations
• Perform cross-portfolio analytics and risk assessments
• Support scientific collaborations through external partnerships
• Coordinate partnership-related projects and communications
• Represent Development leadership to key external stakeholders
• Navigate ambiguity and lead ad hoc strategic initiatives

Skills

Healthcare business experience

Strategy experience (consulting/fin./c

Biopharma industry knowledge

Oncology R&D experience

Cross-functional communication

Executive stakeholder interaction

Education

Doctorate degree

Masters degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients

At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do.

Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds toughest diseases. With our focus on four therapeutic areas Oncology, Inflammation, General Medicine, and Rare Disease we reach millions of patients each year. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity-related conditions. As a member of the Amgen team, youll 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, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.

ONCOLOGY STRATEGY DIRECTOR

What you will do

Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this vital role, you will lead strategic initiatives that shape Amgens Oncology Therapeutic Area future, with a focus on topics in the R&D space. While the role can be located remotely there is an expectation that availability at times of high activity may need to accommodate some Pacific Time Zone working hours.

• Lead and manage strategic, cross-functional projects commissioned by Development leadership.
• Independently drive project execution and influence stakeholders across multiple functions and levels.
• Develop and support annual therapeutic area strategies, including oncology portfolio planning.
• Conduct technology assessments, deep-dive analyses, and landscape evaluations.
• Perform cross-portfolio analytics, risk assessments, and strategic decision-support activities.
• Support scientific collaborations with external academic partners through the Amgen Partners of Choice program.
• Facilitate scientific exchange and coordinate partnership-related projects.
• Manage global external communications and represent the organization with key external stakeholders.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and representative for Development leadership.
• Navigate ambiguity and lead ad hoc strategic initiatives and special projects as business needs arise.

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

• Doctorate degree and 4 years of healthcare business experience
• Or
• Masters degree and 7 years of healthcare business experience
• Or
• Bachelors degree and 9 years of healthcare business experience

Preferred Qualifications

• MD, MBA, MS, Ph.D. or equivalent
• Eight (8) or more years of strategy experience within management consulting, finance, or corporate strategy functions
• Robust knowledge of biopharma industry (i.e., pharma development, translational sciences, R&D processes)
• Understanding of interplay among various stakeholders in the industry, awareness of trends and recent developments, and ability to research / learn/ synthesize findings on new topics
• Oncology R&D experience in the biopharmaceutical industry (biotech, pharmaceutical company)
• Excellent cross-functional communication skills and a decisive yet affiliative leadership style to drive results while maintaining relationships
• Strong presence with Senior Executives including ability to communicate effectively on a prepared and ad-hoc basis
• Proven experience as a member and leader of a high performing team

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, well 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 where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.

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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.

Sponsorship

Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.

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.

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