Global Safety Medical Director, Rare Disease - Remote

Overview

Join Amgen’s mission to serve patients with serious illnesses as a Global Safety Medical Director for Rare Disease, where you will establish safety strategies and lead cross-functional teams in ensuring the safety of innovative therapies.

In Short

• Serve as the safety expert for Rare Disease portfolio products.
• Lead pharmacovigilance activities and safety signal assessments.
• Prepare and review risk management plans and regulatory filings.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on safety-related input.
• Manage the Safety Analysis Team and Global Safety Team.
• Domestic and International travel up to 10%.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with dedicated safety professionals.
• Contribute to the overall safety profile of assigned products.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative workplace culture.
• Support professional and personal growth opportunities.

Requirements

• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school.
• Completion of an accredited medical or surgical residency.
• Clinical experience in an academic or private practice setting.
• Experience in product safety in the bio/pharmaceutical industry.
• Expertise in Rare Disease therapeutic area preferred.
• Experience with marketed product safety and risk management.
• Familiarity with phase 1-3 clinical trials safety assessments.
• Leadership experience in safety profile management.
• Drug submission experience is a plus.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and total rewards plan.
• Comprehensive employee benefits package.
• Retirement and savings plan with company contributions.
• Flexible work models, including remote options.
• A discretionary annual bonus program.
• Stock-based long-term incentives.
• Award-winning time-off plans.
• Opportunities for career development.
• Health and welfare plans for staff and dependents.
• Supportive work environment focused on well-being.