Director

Identify and evaluate private biotechnology companies, healthcare technology companies, and venture capital funds aligned with Amgen’s strategic and scientific priorities Maintain relationships with entrepreneurs, venture capital firms, academic institutions, incubators, company creation platforms, and innovation ecosystems Monitor emerging scientific, clinical, competitive, and investment trends across biotechnology, life sciences, AI-enabled drug discovery, and healthcare technology Perform scientific, strategic, commercial, competitive, and financial due diligence on prospective investments Support execution of direct equity investments, syndicate financings, company creation opportunities, and limited partner fund investments Participate in transaction structuring, valuation analysis, term sheet review, and investment documentation with Legal and Finance partners Prepare investment recommendations and present analyses to Amgen Ventures/Business Development leadership and governance committees Support management of existing portfolio companies and fund relationships Serve as a strategic liaison between portfolio companies and Amgen stakeholders Assist with board observer responsibilities, portfolio monitoring, investment updates, and strategic follow-up Identify opportunities for scientific collaboration, business development engagement, and strategic partnerships Collaborate with Research, Business Development, Strategy, Corporate Finance, Legal, and other cross-functional partners Contribute to portfolio reviews, leadership reporting, investment committee discussions, venture strategy development, and market/competitive intelligence strategy Requirements Doctorate degree and 4 years in a scientific field and experience in venture capital, corporate venture capital, biotech investing, private equity, investment banking, business development, or transactions; OR Master’s degree and 7 years in a scientific field and experience in the listed areas; OR Bachelor’s degree and 9 years in a scientific field and experience in the listed areas Advanced scientific expertise in biotechnology, therapeutics, drug discovery, platform technologies, AI-enabled drug development, or healthcare innovation, combined with direct investment or strategic transaction experience Ability to evaluate biotechnology companies, venture funds, and emerging technologies Ability to conduct scientific, strategic, competitive, clinical, commercial, and financial diligence Ability to assess venture financing structures, cap tables, valuations, and investment terms Strong understanding of biotechnology, pharmaceutical, venture capital, and startup ecosystems Ability to translate complex scientific and business information into clear investment recommendations Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills Ability to engage entrepreneurs, investors, academic founders, and senior industry leaders while managing multiple investment opportunities Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed Core Competencies Demonstrates advanced scientific expertise in biotechnology and drug discovery, combined with strong investment acumen in venture capital and strategic transactions. Capable of conducting comprehensive due diligence and translating complex information into actionable investment recommendations. Highest-signal resume keywords Advanced Scientific Expertise Venture Capital Experience Due Diligence Skills Investment Recommendation Preparation Relationship Management Hard Skills Biotechnology Drug Discovery Financial Diligence Valuation Analysis Investment Structuring Market Intelligence Competitive Analysis Strategic Partnerships Portfolio Management AI-Enabled Drug Development Soft Skills Excellent Communication Presentation Skills Relationship-Building Engagement with Entrepreneurs Multi-Tasking Industry Keywords Biotechnology Companies Healthcare Technology Venture Capital Funds Life Sciences Investment Banking Corporate Venture Capital Startup Ecosystems Syndicate Financings Company Creation Innovation Ecosystems #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtailor