What are the responsibilities and job description for the Precision Medicine Global Biomarker Lead (GBL) position at BioSpace?
Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients
At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do.
Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds 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, youll 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, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
R-240969 Precision Medicine Global Biomarker Lead (GBL)What you will do
Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this vital role within the Precision Medicine Unit, the Clinical Biomarker Lead will serve as a key member of Amgens 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 these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications
Doctorate degree PhD OR PharmD OR MD [and relevant post-doc where applicable] and 3 years of relevant experience
OR
Masters degree and 6 years of relevant experience
OR
Bachelors degree and 8 years of relevant experience
Preferred Qualifications
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, well support your journey every step of the way.
The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. 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
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
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.
Sponsorship
Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.
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.
#obesity
At Amgen, if you feel like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives all that we do.
Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the worlds 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, youll 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, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.
R-240969 Precision Medicine Global Biomarker Lead (GBL)What you will do
Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this vital role within the Precision Medicine Unit, the Clinical Biomarker Lead will serve as a key member of Amgens 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 these qualifications.
Basic Qualifications
Doctorate degree PhD OR PharmD OR MD [and relevant post-doc where applicable] and 3 years of relevant experience
OR
Masters degree and 6 years of relevant experience
OR
Bachelors degree and 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 (external KOLs, institutions, vendors, and partners)
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, well support your journey every step of the way.
The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. 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 where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.
In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
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.
Sponsorship
Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed.
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.
#obesity