Associate Director

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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. 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.

Associate Director, Corporate Media Relations
What you will do

Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this role you will be at the forefront of Amgens biggest news as a company spokesperson and media strategist on the global media relations team. The Associate Director, Corporate Media Relations, will be responsible for driving the reputation of Amgen and our priority products, pipeline and functions.

This position reports to the Executive Director, Media Relations operating as a self-starter while working on a collaborative and high performing 5-member team. This position can sit remotely in the U.S. and does not need to be based in Thousand Oaks, CA.

In this role, you will need to:

• Demonstrate experience leading media relations strategies and outreach. Experience pitching media for pharmaceutical and/or biotechnology clients and/or products and late-stage pipeline candidatesis a must

• Possess strong existing reporter relationships and a demonstrated track record of working with news media on a variety of topics from data and milestones to feature profile stories

• Clearly and confidently represent a media relations perspective while working collaboratively with other functions and colleagues at various levels

• Serve as a Company spokesperson, showing unflappable poise and confidence

• Be an independent, self-starter with a proactive news mindset, while acting as a team player

• Have a hunger for learning about new media outlets and innovative tools, including AI in communications, while also using data to inform decisions

• Lead media preparation and training of spokespeople

• Confidently problem-solve, including knowing when to escalate potential challenges, and quickly learn how to work within a matrixed organization

• Provide direction to PR agency partners as appropriate

• Be prepared to travel to major conferences and events, occasional deskside briefings, as well as to Amgen sites in the U.S. or globally

• Develop communications and media materials

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 and 3 years of communications or media relations experience

Or

Masters degree and 5 years of communications or media relations experience

Or

Bachelors degree and 7 years of communications or media relations experience

Or

Associates degree and 12 years of communications or media relations experience

Or

High school diploma / GED and 14 years of communications or media relations experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• 7-12 years of experience in health media relations, preferably pharma and biotech

• Deep understanding of the biotechnology industry and communications environment (US required, plus additional major markets preferred)

• Experience navigating drug approvals, data milestones and regulatory decisions

• Demonstrated skills in delivering communications strategies and results in a complex organization

• Ability to prioritize resources and effectively communicate with leadership

• Appreciation of nuanced, regulated and confidential information

• Strong written, spoken and interpersonal communication skills with attention to detail; polished, poised presenter

• Ability to productively navigate an exciting and dynamic environment

• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving and planning skills

• Collaboratively work with a diverse group of people and backgrounds

• Attention to detail, ability to craft messages and develop presentations

• Entrepreneurial spirit, passion and creativity

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, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible

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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.

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