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Amgen is seeking a United States Regulatory Lead (USRL) Manager supporting products in the Obesity and Related Conditions Therapeutic Area. Global Regulatory Affairs (GRA) provides global regulatory leadership, expertise, and execution for the development, registration, and lifecycle management of all Amgen molecules. In this product-facing role, you will develop and execute U.S./regional regulatory strategy and tactics under general supervision, represent the region on global teams, and lead U.S. regulatory execution to enable clinical trials and maintain commercial licenses in compliance with local laws, regulations, and Amgen standards—with a strong focus on regulatory compliance and patient safety.
Job Responsibility
Execute U.S. regulatory strategy and deliverables for assigned programs and represent the region on global teams (e.g., GRT
may include GDT/CST/LWG as applicable)
Plan and manage U.S. regulatory submissions (e.g., clinical trial and marketing applications) aligned with global filing plans and U.S. regulatory requirements
Implement product-related regulatory tactics and activity plans in accordance with U.S. legislation, regulations, and internal standards
Provide content guidance for key U.S. regulatory documents and meetings consistent with GRT strategy (e.g., briefing content, submission components)
Support U.S. labeling development in collaboration with the Labeling Working Group (LWG), incorporating scientific data, guidance, and precedent
support U.S. labeling negotiation activities
Provide regulatory guidance on U.S. mechanisms and pathways to optimize development (e.g., expedited programs, orphan considerations, pediatric plans, compassionate use where applicable)
Obtain and maintain clinical trial authorizations and marketing application approvals, including support for Responses to Questions (RTQs) and other agency feedback
Communicate regulatory strategy and expectations within the team (e.g., GRT, affiliates/stakeholders) and work with line management to assess likelihood of success, expectations, and risks
Ensure ongoing regulatory compliance for assigned products (e.g., IMR accuracy, PMCs/commitments, pediatric and other agency obligations)
escalate issues proactively
Maintain and apply U.S. regulatory intelligence: monitor evolving legislation/guidance
research precedent and history
assess and communicate potential impact (including competitor labeling where relevant)
Support Health Authority interactions by acting as an agency contact as appropriate, documenting outcomes, and contributing to risk/contingency planning consistent with global strategy
Partner with cross-functional teams to support alignment and execution, including U.S.-specific considerations for data use in product communications (as applicable)
Requirements
Doctorate degree OR Master's degree and 3 years of directly related experience OR Bachelor's degree and 5 years of directly related experience OR Associate's degree and 10 years of directly related experience OR High school diploma / GED and 12 years of directly related experience
In addition to meeting at least one of the above requirements, you must have experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs, or directing the allocation of resources.
Nice to have
Regulatory submissions experience and experience interacting with regulatory agencies (FDA)
Working knowledge of U.S. legislation/regulations relating to medicinal products and applicable regulatory principles
Understanding of drug development and the U.S. registration pathway (e.g., marketing applications, post-approval changes, extensions/renewals)
Experience supporting regulatory strategy for programs in obesity, metabolic disorders, endocrinology, or related therapeutic areas
Foundational scientific understanding of obesity and metabolic disease, including familiarity with key biological pathways and relevant clinical endpoints (e.g., weight loss, cardiovascular outcomes, metabolic biomarkers)
Experience supporting labeling development and cross-functional collaboration (e.g., LWG participation)
Strong written and oral communication skills
ability to communicate scientific/clinical information clearly
Ability to anticipate issues, evaluate risks, and contribute to practical contingency planning
Ability to resolve conflicts, influence without authority, and drive alignment across teams
Cultural awareness and ability to operate effectively across global/regional teams
What we offer
health and welfare plans for staff and eligible dependents
financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals
work/life balance
career development opportunities
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
discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan