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Director Data Science

Amgen

Director Data Science

full-timePosted: Jul 29, 2026Updated: Aug 28, 2026India - Hyderabad

Job Description

Career CategoryResearchJob DescriptionHOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?If you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. At Amgen, our shared mission—to serve patients—drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. We are global collaborators who achieve together—researching, manufacturing, and delivering ever-better products that reach over 10 million patients worldwide. It’s time for a career you can be proud of. Join us.Director Data ScienceLiveWhat you will doLet’s do this. Let’s change the world.Amgen is expanding its global Biostatistics capabilities, with Amgen India (AIN) playing a key role in integrated delivery and functional leadership. A Director of Data Science in CfDA) leads the strategic application of advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI to support clinical development and data-driven decision making. The role sets technical direction in partnership with senior data science and engineering leaders while overseeing the execution of high-impact data science initiatives across clinical programs. This leader mentors and develops a team of data scientists, ensuring delivery of high-quality analytical solutions and alignment with enterprise data platforms and strategies. The position also helps prioritize high-value projects and guides resource, funding, and strategic decisions to maximize the impact of data science within clinical development.ResponsibilitiesTechnical Vision & Innovation:Collaborate with Sr. Directors Data Science/Engineering to set the technical vision, mission, and strategy for the CfDA Data Science group.Continually assess and introduce cutting-edge technologies, ideas, and state-of-the-art ML/AI methodologies for clinical development.Project Identification & Leadership:Lead the execution of major data science projects, providing technical guidance and ensuring high-quality deliverables.Run cross functional project teams and delivers project end to endMentorship & Team Development:Mentor and guide a team of data scientists, fostering technical growth and expertise.Collaborate closely with IS/other analytical organizations to ensure alignment on analytical platforms and data strategies.AccountabilitiesCoordinate with Data Science Head to help set vision, mission, and strategy for CfDA Data Sciences group ​Identify high-value projects across Clinical Development ​Advise Data Science Head during prioritization, resource, and funding decisions ​Establish annual goals for CfDA Data Scientists ​Ensures CfDA Data Scientists team delivers high-quality deliverables ​Coordinates with IS / other analytical organizations on analytical platform and data strategies This position is currently located at Amgen India (Hyderabad). WinWhat we expect of youWe are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The Biostatistical professional we seek is an emerging leader with these qualifications.Basic Qualifications Doctorate degree and 10 years of Scientific and/or work-related experience OR ​Master’s degree and 18 years of Scientific and/or work-related experience OR ​Bachelor’s degree and 20 years of Scientific and/or work-related experience ​Preferred Qualifications MS or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Informatics, Statistics, Mathematics, Life Sciences, or similar field10+ years of experience in clinical research and/or predictive analytics Wide experience analyzing clinical trial, real world, and/or ‘omics data Specialization in few ML areas ( NLP, Vision, Bayesian Modelling) and provide mentorship to different groupsLed big projects in previous or current rolesExperience of working with Senior Leadership ThriveWhat you can expect of usAs we work to develop treatments that take care of others, so we work to care for our teammates’ professional and personal growth and well-being.Vast opportunities to learn and move up and across our global organizationDiverse and inclusive community of belonging, where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table and actGenerous Total Rewards Plan comprising health, finance and wealth, work/life balance, and career benefitsApply now for a career that defies imaginationIn our quest to serve patients above all else, Amgen is the first to imagine, and the last to doubt. Join us.careers.amgen.com.

Locations

  • India - Hyderabad

Skills Required

  • clinical research and/or predictive analyticsintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Doctorate degree and 10 years of Scientific and/or work-related experience OR ​ (experience, 10 years)
  • Master’s degree and 18 years of Scientific and/or work-related experience OR ​ (experience, 18 years)
  • Bachelor’s degree and 20 years of Scientific and/or work-related experience ​ (experience, 20 years)

Preferred Qualifications

  • MS or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Informatics, Statistics, Mathematics, Life Sciences, or similar field (degree in phd in data science)
  • 10+ years of experience in clinical research and/or predictive analytics (experience, 10 years)
  • Wide experience analyzing clinical trial, real world, and/or ‘omics data (experience)
  • Specialization in few ML areas ( NLP, Vision, Bayesian Modelling) and provide mentorship to different groups (experience)
  • Led big projects in previous or current roles (experience)
  • Experience of working with Senior Leadership (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Let’s do this. Let’s change the world.

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