R&D Strategic Scientific Communications Senior Manager at Amgen transforming complex science into compelling stories for external communications across various scientific sessions. Collaborating with scientific leaders to shape narratives and equip presenters.
Responsibilities
Transform complex science into compelling stories
Own the end-to-end narrative and presentation materials for external scientific communications
Ensure the full story of each disease area and product is told with clarity, credibility, and strategic intent
Partner closely with scientific leaders and program teams to shape the message, craft content, and equip speakers to deliver with confidence
Own the master external scientific deck(s) for assigned disease areas or assets; build, update, and tailor for academic seminars, invited talks, and symposia
Support for internal forums and symposia might also arise
Architect the narrative arc to align with R&D strategy and portfolio priorities
Transform data into story; translate complex preclinical/clinical findings and platform advances into audience‑appropriate messages and slides
Ensure the EVP of R&D has all the materials needed to succeed
Partner cross‑functionally to ensure accuracy, alignment, and appropriate claims
Editorial leadership; set voice/tone standards for external scientific storytelling
Maintain consistency across talks, abstracts, and thought‑leadership pieces
Gather feedback from faculty hosts and audiences; track deck adoption and impact; iterate narratives based on signal
Shepherd content through internal review; uphold scientific integrity and company standards
Mentor and upskill collaborators on story-first slide writing and presentation craft; foster a collaborative, continuously improving team culture.
Requirements
Doctorate degree
2 years of scientific communications experience
Or Master’s degree and 4 years of scientific communications experience
Or Bachelor’s degree and 6 years of scientific communications experience
Or Associate’s degree and 10 years of scientific communications experience
Or High school diploma / GED and 12 years of scientific communications experience
Advanced degree in a life‑science field (e.g., PhD, PharmD, MD, MS)
Experience in biopharma scientific communications, medical/scientific affairs, R&D communications, or related content roles
Demonstrated excellence in storyboarding and executive‑level slidewriting for external scientific talks; outstanding editorial judgment
Proven ability to collaborate with senior scientists and executives and to influence content direction amid ambiguity
Deep understanding of drug discovery & development and the standards for scientific accuracy in external communications
Strong project/program management; able to manage multiple decks and deadlines simultaneously
Experience preparing speakers for top‑tier academic seminars and major scientific meetings; comfort with high‑stakes audiences
Familiarity with internal review processes (medical/legal/regulatory) and claims governance.
Benefits
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
flexible spending accounts
A discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan
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