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Director Biostatistics

Amgen Inc. is a leading biotechnology company focused on discovering, developing, manufacturing, and delivering innovative therapies for serious illnesses.

Amgen

Employee count: 1001-5000

Salary: 218k-247k USD

United States only

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Clinical

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.

Accountabilities

•Develop, lead, and serve as the primary point of contact for the statistical program strategy for a portfolio of complex programs
•Influence across product life cycle through developing statistically compelling Evidence Generation Plans (EGP) in collaboration with Strategic Development Director, Director, Statistical Innovation, EDL, GDL, GMAL, and Regional Medical Leads 
•Partner with evidence-related, cross-functional stakeholders to ensure the highest statistical standards and integrity and provide program level statistical support

Responsibilities

Statistical Excellence

•Understand, promote, and communicate innovative and standard statistical methodologies, trial design, data analysis, and medical / clinical understanding for product
•Partner with CfDA Design & Innovation to drive novel designs and fit-for-purpose statistical approaches, standards, technical quality, study design, analysis, interpretation and evidence synthesis in balance with speed, quality, and cost for designated products / programs
•Partner with Strategic Development Director / Director, Statistical Innovation / EDL / GDL / GMAL / PT to define the data and evidence requirements for product lifecycle and translate it into the EGP as well as other potential applications of innovations (e.g., collaborations with CfOR and HEOR)
•Oversee creation of Global Statistical Strategic Plan (GSSP) to align program design and statistical approaches with product strategy and EGP
•Oversee statistical contributions to key design elements, protocols, randomization specifications, statistical analysis plans, tables, figures and listings shells, submission data file specifications, and other key product-related documentation
•Partner with evidence-related, cross-functional stakeholders to ensure the highest statistical standards and integrity and provide program level statistical support for HTAs and payer negotiations, regulatory submissions RTQs, safety and benefit-risk assessment, and scientific publications
•Provide strategic input and be the key biostatistics contact for regulatory queries and interactions with regulatory agencies in collaboration with the Principal Statistician
•Contribute to statistical strategy with other analytical groups (e.g. PK/PD modelling strategy, biomarker analysis plan)

Resource Management

•Lead global biostatistics team
•Lead in the achievement of annual department goals
•Manage and develop staff
•Ensure Biostatistics team effectively utilize assigned supplier resources
•Oversee development of Amgen Policies, SOPs and other controlled documents

Basic Qualifications

•Doctorate in Statistics/Biostatistics and post-graduate statistical experience in the pharmaceutical industry or medical research and
•At least 8 years of post-graduate statistical experience in the pharmaceutical industry or medical research

Or

•Master’s degree in Statistics/Biostatistics or related subject with high statistical content and
•At least 10 years of post-graduate statistical experience in the pharmaceutical industry or medical research

Preferred Qualifications

•Doctorate in Statistics/Biostatistics and 8 years of post-graduate statistical experience in the pharmaceutical industry or medical researchin Oncology/ Hematology therapy areaof at least 4 years

Or

•Master’s degree and 12 years of Biostatistics experience in the pharmaceutical industry or medical research in Oncology/Hematology therapy areaof at least 4 years

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, we’ll support your journey every step of the way.

The expected annual salary range for this role in San Francisco is $240,284 - $280,634. 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.

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Salary Range

217,725.00 USD - 246,888.00 USD

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Salary: 218k-247k USD

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About Amgen

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At the heart of what we do is a culture of innovation and a commitment to serve patients. Amgen, a pioneer in biotechnology, has been dedicated to unlocking the potential of biology for those suffering from serious illnesses since 1980. We discover, develop, manufacture, and deliver innovative human therapeutics that help millions of patients worldwide.

Our mission is clear: to transform the promise of science and biotechnology into therapies that restore health and save lives. We are driven by our values, which emphasize ethical integrity, intense competition, and a commitment to quality. Every day, our diverse and talented teams collaborate to push the boundaries of science, looking for better ways to address challenges faced by patients through our robust pipeline of medicines that target cancer, heart disease, and other serious conditions.

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Company size

1001-5000 employees

Founded in

1980

Chief executive officer

Robert A. Bradway

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