Corporate Affairs Director, Research

Responsibilities

• Develop communications strategies and plans that effectively and consistently communicate to targeted key audiences and stakeholders about the science and innovation going on in research. Once fully vetted and approved, flawlessly execute on those plans and deliver measurable results.
• Develop and support executive engagement plan for Research SVP and key VPs, including proactively preparing company spokespeople via media training / presentation skills.
• Partner with the media relations team to address incoming media requests related to research and proactively work to garner press coverage with trade press to elevate Amgen as very much part of the wave of transformation sweeping drug discovery.
• Partner with the product communications team and therapeutic leads on therapeutic area strategy and positioning.
• Manage and direct public relations agency partners to assure maximum impact and assistance in reaching desired communications goals and objectives.
• Work in partnership with Research leaders and HR on employee engagement / internal communications.
• Partner successfully with investor relations to ensure consistency of messages to external audiences including media and financial world

What we expect of you

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

Basic Qualifications

Doctorate degree & 4 years of communications or public relations experience

Or

Master’s degree & 7 years of communications or public relations experience

Or

Bachelor’s degree & 9 years of communications or public relations experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Public Relations, Communications or Journalism
• Experience working in-house or within a PR agency
• Biotechnology, pharmaceutical or healthcare product public relations including corporate experience highly desired
• Hands on experience scientific / research communications desirable
• Strong oral and presentation skills; ability to negotiate and persuade
• Outstanding writing skills and proven media relations skills that are results-oriented
• Strategic and creative thinker with ability to develop actionable programs that integrate soundly with business objectives
• Ability to efficiently navigate a challenging and dynamic environment, and deal with rapidly changing priorities
• Ability to interact with all levels of management and manage staff and vendors
• Ability to think quickly, analytically and creatively to accommodate a dynamic communications environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills; enthusiastic, team player and self-starter; serious dedication to hard work and excellenceWhat 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 where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team.careers.amgen.com

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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.

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.

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