Sr Data Scientist

Amgen Inc. (IR); Town of Deerfield (WI); On-site; USD 134,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Amgen Inc. (IR) is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to lead data science and AI initiatives within Global Customer Capabilities & Innovation.

The role partners with commercial insights, brand teams, and IS partners to develop scalable analytics and ML solutions addressing complex healthcare datasets across therapeutic areas. The candidate will independently lead workstreams, productionize models, mentor the team, and translate analyses into actionable business recommendations, while ensuring

Qualifications

• PhD or MS with data science/quantitative experience; breadth of methods and experimentation approaches.
• Strong programming skills in Python, SQL, PySpark; experience with large datasets.
• Experience designing, evaluating and applying supervised/unsupervised ML models; familiarity with ML libraries.
• Proven ability to manage multiple analytical workstreams and communicate results to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Leading the development and application of data science, ML, and AI capabilities across Amgen’s commercial org.
• Translating business questions into analytical frameworks with defined success measures and impact.
• Identifying high-value opportunities and recommending fit-for-purpose analytical approaches.
• Designing, building, validating, and deploying production-ready analytical solutions using Python, SQL, and PySpark.
• Applying measurement approaches like test/control design and causal inference to quantify impact.
• Partnering with stakeholders to align on data, methods, and interpretation.
• Providing technical leadership, mentorship, and reusable methodologies.
• Communicating complex findings clearly to technical, scientific, medical, commercial and exec stakeholders.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory, security, privacy, data governance and documentation.

Skills

Python

SQL

PySpark

Machine learning

Data science

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Doctorate degree

Master’s degree + 2 years data science

Bachelor’s degree + 4 years data science

Associate’s degree + 8 years data science

Tools

Pandas

scikit-learn

TensorFlow

NumPy

PyTorch

Spark

Databricks/Spark

Git

Job description

Sr Data Scientist (GCCI)

Flexible Commuter role to Deerfield, IL site. You will work on-site a minimum of 2 days a week.

What you will do Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role as part of the Data Sciences team in Global Customer Capabilities & Innovation, the Senior Data Scientist will partner with commercial insights and analytics, brand teams, sales operations, data teams, external vendor partners, media agencies, service owners, and IS partners to develop advanced analytics and data science solutions that address complex business problems across multiple therapeutic areas and commercial functions. This individual will independently lead analytical workstreams, apply deep technical expertise to large and complex healthcare datasets, develop and productionize machine learning and AI solutions, and translate sophisticated analyses into clear, actionable business recommendations. The Senior Data Scientist will also contribute technical leadership, methodological standards, and mentorship across the team.

Specific roles and responsibilities

• Leading the development and application of data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence capabilities across Amgen’s commercial organization.
• Translating complex business, medical, or scientific questions into analytical frameworks and defining appropriate solutions, success measures, delivery plans, and business impact.
• Identifying high-value business opportunities and independently recommending fit-for-purpose analytical, statistical, machine learning, or AI approaches.
• Designing, building, validating, and deploying high-performance algorithms, predictive models, prototypes, and production-ready analytical solutions using Python, SQL, and PySpark, with a focus on performance, interpretability, scalability, and actionability.
• Applying advanced measurement and experimentation approaches, including test/control design, causal inference, attribution, and other methods, to quantify business and promotional impact where appropriate.
• Partnering cross-functionally with stakeholders to align on methodology, data requirements, assumptions, limitations, and interpretation of results.
• Providing technical leadership and mentorship, contributing reusable methodologies and best practices, and staying current with developments in data science, machine learning, AI, and industry analytics.
• Communicating complex analytical findings and recommendations clearly to technical, scientific, medical, commercial, and executive stakeholders through compelling storytelling and presentations.
• Ensuring analytical solutions comply with applicable regulatory, security, privacy, data governance, and documentation requirements.

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The collaborative and analytically driven professional we seek is a Senior Data Scientist with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications

• Doctorate degree OR Master’s degree and 2 years of Data Science or related quantitative experience OR Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of Data Science or related quantitative experience OR Associate’s degree and 8 years of Data Science or related quantitative experience OR High school diploma / GED and 10 years of Data Science or related quantitative experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience independently leading end-to-end data science or advanced analytics projects and delivering measurable business value
• Strong programming skills in Python, SQL and PySpark
• Strong experience designing, evaluating, and applying supervised and unsupervised machine learning models, with familiarity with libraries and frameworks such as Pandas, scikit-learn, TensorFlow, NumPy, PyTorch, Spark, or equivalent tools
• Experience working with large, complex datasets and modern data platforms, including distributed computing, cloud environments, Databricks/Spark, and source control technologies such as Git
• Strong statistical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to select appropriate methodologies and communicate assumptions and limitations
• Ability to manage multiple complex analytical workstreams, prioritize effectively, and operate independently in an ambiguous, fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with and influence cross-functional business and technical partners and drive analytical projects from problem definition through implementation and adoption
• Strong communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate complex technical analyses into clear, precise, and actionable recommendations for business stakeholders
• Experience with commercial measurement approaches such as experimentation, test/control design, causal inference, attribution, marketing effectiveness, or related impact measurement methods
• Preferred experience with transformer-based modeling and/or other advanced machine learning approaches; practical experience with AI/GenAI use cases or strong knowledge of emerging AI capabilities is highly valued
• Biotech/pharmaceutical or healthcare industry experience, including familiarity with healthcare data such as claims, patient, HCP, sales, or promotional data, is a plus

What you can expect of us

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 where possible.

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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 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. 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.

Salary Range 134,168.25USD -181,521.75 USD

Amgen is committed to unlocking the potential of biology for patients suffering from serious illnesses by discovering, developing, manufacturing and delivering innovative human therapeutics. This approach begins by using tools like advanced human genetics to unravel the complexities of disease and understand the fundamentals of human biology. Amgen focuses on areas of high unmet medical need and leverages its biologics manufacturing expertise to strive for solutions that improve health outcomes and dramatically improve people’s lives. A biotechnology pioneer since 1980, Amgen has grown to be one of the world’s leading independent biotechnology companies, has reached millions of patients around the world and is developing a pipeline of medicines with breakaway potential. For more information, visit www.amgen.com and follow us on www.twitter.com/amgen