Digital Innovation Research Director @ Amgen
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Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients
At Amgen, you are part of something bigger. Our mission is to serve patients living with serious illnesses by pioneering innovative biotech solutions. Since 1980, we have been fighting the world’s toughest diseases and helping patients live longer, fuller lives.
Digital Innovation Research Director
In this vital role, you will lead and drive innovative research methods across the portfolio by utilizing decentralized, pragmatic trial strategies, and digital health initiatives. You will serve as a Subject Matter Expert and strategic partner to product and study teams, providing thought leadership and operational guidance to integrate digital solutions across the product development lifecycle.
Responsibilities
- Define and execute the digital medicine strategy aligned with clinical and portfolio needs.
- Represent Digital Medicine in cross-functional and governance meetings.
- Advise on the selection and implementation of digital tools and wearables.
- Lead design, planning, and execution of decentralized and pragmatic trials.
- Stay current with digital health trends and regulatory guidance.
- Establish strategic partnerships with external innovators and technology providers.
- Oversee operational aspects including vendor management, budget planning, and risk mitigation.
- Define and monitor key performance indicators to drive success.
- Lead change management for organizational adoption of innovative research methods.
What We Expect Of You
The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, in-depth experience in clinical development and digital health, and a drive for innovation and patient-centricity. Qualifications include:
- Doctorate/ Master’s/ Bachelor’s degree with relevant experience.
- Advanced degree in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, public health, or related field is preferred.
- Extensive experience in digital health, decentralized clinical trials and pragmatic study designs.
- Strong understanding of clinical trial operations, regulatory requirements, and digital technologies.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
What You Can Expect Of Us
Amgen offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive total rewards, flexible work models including remote and hybrid work arrangements, and ample opportunities for career development and personal growth.
Key skills/competency
- Digital Innovation
- Research
- Clinical Trials
- Decentralized Trials
- Digital Health
- Biotech
- Leadership
- Strategy
- Operational Guidance
- Regulatory Knowledge
How to Get Hired at Amgen
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Customize your resume: Highlight digital and clinical trial expertise.
- Showcase leadership: Demonstrate strategic decision-making skills.
- Research Amgen: Understand their mission and biotech innovations.
- Prepare for interviews: Practice discussing digital health trends.