Precision Medicine Global Biomarker Lead (GBL)
BioSpace, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
R-240969 Precision Medicine Global Biomarker Lead (GBL)
Join Amgen’s mission of serving patients.
At Amgen, if you feel like you are 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 have helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases.
With a focus on 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 by researching, manufacturing, and delivering innovative medicines that help people live longer, fuller, happier lives.
What you will do In this vital role within the Precision Medicine Unit, the Clinical Biomarker Lead will serve as a key member of Amgen’s cross‑functional product teams, driving biomarker strategies that align with Precision Medicine goals.
We are seeking a highly motivated scientist with expertise in clinical biomarker research and drug development in obesity and/or cardiometabolic diseases to develop and execute biomarker plans that measure pharmacodynamics, target engagement, efficacy, and patient stratification.
The successful candidate will oversee assay readiness, vendor management, and biomarker data generation, while partnering closely with clinical development, discovery biomarker, and research colleagues.
This role also includes authorship and review of essential clinical and regulatory documents to support decision‑making across the portfolio.
What we expect of you We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients.
The dynamic professional we seek is a leader with the following qualifications.
Basic Qualifications
Doctorate degree (PhD, PharmD, MD) and at least 3 years of relevant experience, with relevant post‑doctoral training where applicable.
OR Master’s degree and at least 6 years of relevant experience.
OR Bachelor’s degree and at least 8 years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD in a relevant field; PharmD, MD, or equivalent considered.
Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience, ideally in industry.
Strong expertise in obesity and/or cardiometabolic disease.
Experience leading and integrating cross‑functional and technical teams.
Proven track record in clinical biomarker research and drug development.
Demonstrated proficiency in solving complex problems and driving successful implementation of team objectives.
Strong professional network with external KOLs, institutions, vendors, and partners.
What you can expect of us We support your professional and personal growth and well‑being with competitive benefits and a collaborative culture.
The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted; actual salary will vary based on skills, experience, and qualifications.
In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a total rewards plan that includes:
A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental, vision, 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.
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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At Amgen, if you feel like you are 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 have helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s toughest diseases.
With a focus on 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 by researching, manufacturing, and delivering innovative medicines that help people live longer, fuller, happier lives.
What you will do In this vital role within the Precision Medicine Unit, the Clinical Biomarker Lead will serve as a key member of Amgen’s cross‑functional product teams, driving biomarker strategies that align with Precision Medicine goals.
We are seeking a highly motivated scientist with expertise in clinical biomarker research and drug development in obesity and/or cardiometabolic diseases to develop and execute biomarker plans that measure pharmacodynamics, target engagement, efficacy, and patient stratification.
The successful candidate will oversee assay readiness, vendor management, and biomarker data generation, while partnering closely with clinical development, discovery biomarker, and research colleagues.
This role also includes authorship and review of essential clinical and regulatory documents to support decision‑making across the portfolio.
What we expect of you We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients.
The dynamic professional we seek is a leader with the following qualifications.
Basic Qualifications
Doctorate degree (PhD, PharmD, MD) and at least 3 years of relevant experience, with relevant post‑doctoral training where applicable.
OR Master’s degree and at least 6 years of relevant experience.
OR Bachelor’s degree and at least 8 years of relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
PhD in a relevant field; PharmD, MD, or equivalent considered.
Minimum 3+ years of relevant experience, ideally in industry.
Strong expertise in obesity and/or cardiometabolic disease.
Experience leading and integrating cross‑functional and technical teams.
Proven track record in clinical biomarker research and drug development.
Demonstrated proficiency in solving complex problems and driving successful implementation of team objectives.
Strong professional network with external KOLs, institutions, vendors, and partners.
What you can expect of us We support your professional and personal growth and well‑being with competitive benefits and a collaborative culture.
The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted; actual salary will vary based on skills, experience, and qualifications.
In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers a total rewards plan that includes:
A comprehensive employee benefits package, including a Retirement and Savings Plan with generous company contributions, group medical, dental, vision, 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.
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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