Executive Director, Global Medical Affairs, GU & GI Platform

Career CategoryMedical AffairsJob DescriptionJoin 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. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity-related conditions.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.Executive Director, Global Medical Affairs GU and GI Platform LeadWhat you will doLet’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role as Executive Director, GMA, GU & GI Platform Lead you will lead the Global Medical Affairs strategies for Amgen’s GU & GI portfolio of marketed and pipeline assets. You will manage a team of Global Medical Affairs Leads and International Medical Directors to drive the development and execution of integrated oncology medical strategies that maximize Amgen’s scientific and clinical value proposition in alignment with product and franchise objectives.This role will provide enterprise leadership across evidence generation, scientific communication, launch excellence, congress strategy, external engagement, medical education, and strategic partnerships. The successful candidate will collaborate extensively with cross-functional stakeholders to shape medical strategy throughout the lifecycle of GU & GI assets, including both marketed products and pipeline programs.In addition to overseeing the GU & GI Medical Affairs Platform, this role will partner with leaders across Global Development, Commercial, Access, R&D, and regional medical organizations to support the advancement of innovative therapies and optimize scientific engagement with the external oncology communities.Amgen continues to rapidly advance its oncology pipeline, requiring strong leadership to build scalable medical capabilities, support launch readiness, drive external scientific engagement, and ensure alignment across global and regional stakeholders.This role will serve as a key member of the Global Medical Affairs Oncology leadership team and will report to the Vice President, Global Medical Affairs Therapeutic Area Head.ResponsibilitiesServe on the Global Medical Affairs leadership team to help shape Oncology and strategic prioritiesLead the development and execution of integrated global medical strategies across GU, GI, and portfoliosPartner with cross-functional leaders in Global Development, Commercial, Access, R&D, and regional medical teams to ensure alignment on scientific and medical objectivesLeading and developing Global Medical Affairs Leads to drive excellence in launch planning, evidence generation, scientific communication, congress strategy, medical education, and stakeholder engagementOversee the global congress strategy and scientific engagement activities across GU &GI, ensuring strategic prioritization, cross-functional alignment, and budget stewardship across regionsDrive the development of scientific narrative frameworks, core content, educational initiatives, publications strategies, and external engagement plansEngage with key opinion leaders, cooperative groups, professional societies, and academic networks to strengthen Amgen’s scientific partnerships and reputationSupport strategic planning and execution of medical education initiatives across physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and patient-focused stakeholdersCollaborate with Field Medical leadership to develop a coordinated approach to external engagement and insight generationEnsuring capture, analysis, and dissemination of scientific insights and emerging trends from congresses, professional societies, and external stakeholder interactionsSupport launch readiness and lifecycle management activities for both marketed and pipeline assetsProvide strategic input into reimbursement, access, and value-based partnership initiativesLead resource planning, prioritization, and budget allocation to support Medical Affairs objectivesDrive innovation and operational excellence, including the integration of AI-enabled solutions across medical engagement, congress planning, stakeholder management, and medical operationsRecruit, develop, and mentor high-performing Medical Affairs teams while fostering a collaborative, patient-focused cultureContinuing to strengthen Amgen’s reputation as a science-driven, patient-focused partner within the oncology communitiesWhat we expect of youWe are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The executive candidate we are seeking is an experienced leader with the following qualifications.Basic Qualifications:Doctorate degree & 6 years of Medical Affairs experience ORMaster’s degree & 10 years of Medical Affairs experience ORBachelor’s degree & 12 years of Medical Affairs experience AND6 years of managerial experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, programs, projects, or directing allocation of resourcesPreferred Qualifications:MD, PharmD, or PhD with expertise in OncologyLaunch experience in Prostate CancerExtensive experience within GU, and GI therapeutic areas10+ years of biopharmaceutical industry experience across Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, or related functionsDemonstrated experience supporting product launches and lifecycle managementStrong knowledge of evidence generation, scientific communication, congress planning, and external engagement strategyExperience partnering with cooperative groups, professional societies, and academic institutionsExperience managing global and regional medical strategiesExpertise in medical education strategy and stakeholder engagementStrong financial, budgeting, and resource management capabilitiesExperience building and developing high-performing Medical Affairs teamsStrong strategic thinking, communication, and organizational leadership skillsExperience leveraging digital and AI-enabled solutions to improve medical engagement and operational effectivenessDeep understanding of global healthcare systems, reimbursement environments, and commercialization processesKnowledge of Good Clinical Practices (GCP) and global regulatory requirementsThey will also embody the Amgen leadership attributes which are:Inspire: Create a connected, inclusive, and inspiring work environment that empowers talent to thriveAccelerate: Enable speed that matches the urgency of patient needs by encouraging progress over perfectionIntegrate: Connect the dots to amplify the collective power of Amgen to drive results for patients, staff, and shareholdersAdapt: Lead through change by adapting to an ever-changing environment and defining a clear course of action to deliver resultsWhat you can expect of usAs 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 will support your journey every step of the way.The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is $325,302 – $440,114. 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: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 planStock-based long-term incentivesAward-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdownsFlexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.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 with 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..Salary Range325,301.80USD -440,114.20 USDSummaryLocation: US - California - Thousand OaksType: Full time