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Senior Director, R&D Strategic Communications

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Amgen

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United States , Thousand Oaks

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211432.00 - 259873.00 USD / Year
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In this vital role we’re seeking a bold, strategic, and forward-thinking Senior Director, R&D Strategic Communications, to lead a newly established team that will function as an internal communications agency, responsible for both external and internal audiences, amplifying the voice of our science, enhancing our innovation reputation, and connecting our people to purpose.

Job Responsibility:

  • Build and lead a high-paced, high-performing Strategic Communications team
  • Architect a compelling, unifying R&D narrative
  • Oversee content strategy and editorial planning across platforms
  • Drive alignment and editorial consistency across functions, channels, and geographies
  • Champion innovation in how we communicate
  • Lead with a deep understanding of science and data
  • Develop and execute a holistic R&D communications strategy
  • Translate complex scientific ideas into clear, compelling narratives
  • Partner directly with scientific executives, site heads, and functional leaders
  • Serve as a reputation strategist
  • Ensure editorial excellence and creative innovation across all content formats
  • Build and manage a team responsible for content planning, campaign execution, analytics, and thought leadership
  • Utilize AI-enabled tools and digital platforms to improve content development workflows
  • Oversee budgets, agency partnerships, and resource planning for the team

Requirements:

  • Doctorate degree and 5 years of communications or public affairs experience
  • Master’s degree and 8 years of experience
  • Bachelor’s degree and 10 years of experience
  • PhD or equivalent scientific or medical training strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated leadership in strategic communications, within a life-sciences, medical, or innovation-led organization
  • Proven success in building and scaling communications functions or teams
  • Experience crafting narratives that drive external reputation while building internal connection and pride
  • Strong understanding of AI and emerging communications technologies
  • Executive presence, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to influence cross-functional and senior stakeholders
  • Experience working closely with or within R&D, Clinical Development, or Scientific Affairs environments

Nice to have:

Communications agency experience a bonus

What we offer:
  • 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
  • Stock-based long-term incentives
  • Award-winning time-off plans
  • Flexible work models, including remote and hybrid work arrangements, where possible

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 18, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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