Corporate Affairs Development & Pipeline Communications, Director
Amgen
September 19, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (United States)
Worldwide
Corporate Functions
Role: Lead strategic communications for Amgen's Development organization and pipeline portfolio, partnering with senior leadership to shape messaging around scientific innovation, clinical progress, and drug development leadership. Responsibilities: develop integrated communication plans, serve as trusted advisor to Development executives, craft compelling scientific narratives supporting pipeline milestones, and coordinate messaging across Research, Medical, Regulatory, Commercial, and other teams. Manage external agencies, lead a high-performing team, and ensure alignment of enterprise-wide communication efforts. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Communications, Life Sciences, or related field; 9+ years of experience in biotech, pharma, or healthcare communications, with proven success advising senior leaders and translating complex science into clear narratives. Preferred: experience in drug development, clinical trial phases, regulatory environments, and cross-functional collaboration within biopharma. High-value specifics include expertise in oncology, inflammation, or rare diseases, and familiarity with clinical development stages from preclinical to post-market. Work setup and travel details are not specified; the role reports to the Executive Director, Corporate Affairs, Research & Development.