Sr. Medical Scientist - UPLIZNA

Company: Amgen
Location: Washington
Posted on: March 5, 2026

Job Description:

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. Amgen is advancing a broad and deep pipeline of medicines to treat cancer, heart disease, inflammatory conditions, rare diseases, and obesity and obesity-related conditions. 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. Senior Medical Scientist, Uplizna What you will do Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this vital role you will serve as a key medical reviewer and scientific expert, ensuring the accuracy, balance, and compliance of US medical and promotional materials while contributing to broader US Medical strategy and execution. Serve as the primary US Medical reviewer for promotional, non-promotional, and disease state materials Ensure all materials are scientifically accurate, balanced, and aligned with the US Prescribing Information, regulatory guidance, and internal policies Provide clear, evidence based medical rationale and risk assessment during review discussions Review and approve field medical materials, including reactive content, slide decks, scientific response documents, and training materials Contribute to the development and execution of the US Medical Plan for UPLIZNA Translate clinical and scientific data into actionable medical insights that inform US strategy Provide scientific input into brand planning and lifecycle management activities Support the development of value messaging, payer materials, and HEOR related initiatives in collaboration with cross functional partners Provide medical input into advisory boards, congress planning, and medical symposia as appropriate Ensure high quality dissemination of clinical and scientific data through compliant medical communications What we expect of you We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The Medical Affairs professional we seek is grounded with scientific excellence and has these qualifications. Basic Qualifications: Doctorate degree and 2 years of Medical Affairs experience OR Masters degree and 4 years of Medical Affairs experience OR Bachelors degree and 6 years of Medical Affairs experience OR Associates degree and 10 years of Medical Affairs experience OR High school diploma / GED and 12 years of Medical Affairs experience Preferred Qualifications: PharmD, PhD, MD, or DO Experience serving as a medical reviewer within a Promotional Review Committee or similar governance process Strong understanding of medical legal regulatory review processes Experience in rare disease a plus Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply clinical data in a compliant, strategic manner Strong scientific communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate medical rationale in cross functional settings Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced environment What you can expect of us 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. Apply now and make a lasting impact with the Amgen team. careers.amgen.com 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.

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