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Amgen is seeking a United States Regulatory Lead (USRL) 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 the approved U.S. regulatory strategy for assigned programs and represent the region on global governance teams
Plan and lead U.S. regulatory submissions (e.g., clinical trial and marketing applications) in alignment with global filing plans, U.S. regulatory requirements, and Amgen standards
Lead U.S. regulatory document development, including labels, briefing packages, and key submission components consistent with product strategy
Drive U.S. labeling strategy and execution in collaboration with the Labeling Working Group (LWG), including negotiation approach, timelines, and deviation/waiver decisions as applicable
Provide regulatory direction on U.S. mechanisms and pathways to optimize development (e.g., expedited programs, orphan considerations, pediatric plans, compassionate use where applicable)
Lead Health Authority interactions for assigned products: build relationships, prepare/lead engagements, and document/communicate outcomes to GRT and senior management
Manage Responses to Questions (RTQs) and other agency feedback by coordinating cross-functional inputs, driving alignment, and ensuring timely, high-quality responses
Assess regulatory risk and likelihood of success
communicate scenarios, expectations, and contingencies to GRT and line management
Ensure ongoing regulatory compliance for assigned products (e.g., commitments, obligations, regulatory history/record accuracy) and escalate issues proactively
Maintain and apply U.S. regulatory intelligence: monitor evolving legislation/guidance and assess/communicate impact (including competitor labeling where relevant)
Partner with cross-functional teams (Clinical, Medical, Safety, Commercial) to ensure strategy alignment, including support for U.S. promotional/data applicability considerations as needed
If applicable, lead and develop staff through clear prioritization, coaching, and resource planning to meet program objectives
Requirements:
Doctorate degree and 2 years of directly related experience
Master’s degree and 6 years of directly related experience
Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of directly related experience
Associate’s degree and 10 years of directly related experience
Regulatory submissions experience and demonstrated experience interacting with regulatory agencies (FDA)
Strong knowledge of the U.S. regulatory environment and drug development lifecycle
Experience developing/implementing regulatory strategy, including risk management and contingency planning
Experience leading U.S. labeling strategy, negotiation, and timeline management in a cross-functional setting
Strong communication and influencing skills
ability to drive alignment and resolve conflicts
Experience working with policies, procedures, and SOPs in a regulated environment
Nice to have:
Experience supporting programs in Obesity, Diabetes, or related metabolic diseases
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, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive plan