Executive Director RandD Communications - Thousand Oaks CA

Job Description

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What you will do

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role as Executive Director, R&D Communications, you will lead Amgen’s global scientific and R&D communications strategy, shaping how we tell our science story across discovery, clinical development, and research innovation. This role will report directly to head of Corporate Affairs with dotted line reporting to the Executive Vice President of Research & Development. This role will sit on both Corporate Affairs and R&D Leadership teams. This role will be responsible for developing and executing a cohesive communications strategy that elevates Amgen’s scientific reputation, showcases our innovation pipeline, and strengthens engagement with internal and external scientific stakeholders. This role will also oversee strategic communications for R&D, including external thought leadership and employee engagement.

The preferred candidate will be based in California.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of Amgen’s global R&D communications strategy, ensuring alignment with enterprise priorities and scientific objectives

Serve as a strategic advisor to senior R&D leaders, including the EVP of R&D, on reputation, visibility, and scientific storytelling

Partner seamlessly with R&D leadership core planning team to map and deliver against a robust internal/external news flow

Oversee thought leadership on R&D innovation, data, and partnerships—strengthening Amgen’s voice across scientific, medical, and business channels

Partner closely with Corporate Affairs colleagues, Medical, Regulatory, and Investor Relations teams to ensure message alignment and compliance with industry standards.

Build and sustain a high-performing, results-driven and dependable R&D communications team of about 6 staff members, fostering a culture of collaboration, scientific literacy, and storytelling excellence

Lead internal R&D engagement, helping connect 4,000+ R&D employees to the company’s mission, strategy, and scientific priorities

Oversee integrated communications for major R&D events and communications programs and platforms (scientific conferences, pipeline showcases, publications, and milestones)

Develop metrics to assess impact and continuously optimize communication strategies.

Understand and advance the use of innovative technologies, including state-of-the-art Comtech and AI platforms and tools

Manage external PR agency partnerships, ensuring efficient execution of strategic priorities and measurable business impact

Auto req ID

469818BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Job_Category

Manufacturing

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

What we expect of you

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

Basic Qualifications

Doctorate degree & 6 years of Corporate Affairs or Scientific Communications experience OR

Master’s degree & 10 years of Corporate Affairs or Scientific Communications experience OR

Bachelor’s degree & 12 years of Corporate Affairs or Scientific Communications experience AND

6 years of managerial experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs or directing the allocation of resources

Preferred Qualifications

PhD in Biological or Biomedical science discipline

15+ years of communications experience with deep expertise in scientific, medical, or R&D communications within the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry

Ability to translate complex science into accessible and compelling narratives for diverse audiences

Experience advising senior scientific leaders and managing communication around data, publications, and clinical milestones.

Experience in issues management, reputation building, and proactive thought leadership

Leadership skills in matrixed environments with global reach

Strategic, analytical, and storytelling skills with attention to scientific rigor

Experience leading teams, agency partners, and large-scale projects under tight timelines

Storytelling, writing and messaging skills, with the ability to translate complex information into compelling narratives

Strategic and creative thinker, comfortable navigating ambiguity and developing innovative solutions to communication challenges

Ability to operate in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, balancing multiple priorities while driving measurable impact

What you can expect of us

Benefits

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 annual base salary range for this opportunity in the U.S. is $266,637 to $360,744. 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:

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 and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns

Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible

City*

Thousand Oaks

State*

California

Job Code

Pharmaceutical Pharmaceutical

Affiliate Sponsor

Amgen

Salary Range

>$100,000