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Regulatory Affairs Senior Director - Global Regulatory Leader - Oncology

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Regulatory Affairs Senior Director - Global Regulatory Leader - Oncology

full-timePosted: Aug 7, 2026Updated: Aug 28, 2026United States - Remote (Remote)

Job Description

Career CategoryRegulatoryJob DescriptionJoin Amgen’s Mission of Serving PatientsAt Amgen, if you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. Our shared mission—to serve patients living with serious illnesses—drives all that we do.Since 1980, we’ve helped pioneer the world of biotech in our fight against the world’s 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, you’ll 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, you’ll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs - Global Regulatory Leader – OncologyWhat you will doLet’s do this. Let’s change the world. Amgen is seeking a Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs supporting products in the Oncology Therapeutic Area. Global Regulatory Affairs (GRA) provides global regulatory leadership, expertise, and execution for the development, registration, and life cycle management of all Amgen molecules. In this vital, product-facing role you will lead one or more the Global Regulatory Teams (GRT) in the Regulatory Affairs organization. The purpose of the Global Regulatory Affairs Senior Director is:To lead GRTs within Amgen’s GRAAS organizationTo independently develop a comprehensive regulatory strategy for one or more high complexity programs, typically in late-stage development and/or with multiple indications, that takes into account worldwide regulatory requirements to drive product development, global registration, achievement and maintenance of desired regional labeling, and effective regulatory agency interactionsTo provide Regulatory leadership to cross-functional teams for high complexity programs with major Regulatory deliverables such as global original marketing applicationsKey Responsibilities include:Develop and execute global regulatory product strategies designed to achieve approval and target product labeling for prioritized assets in late development with highly complex development programsLead GRTsRepresent GRA on the product team and other key commercialization governance bodies, guide and influence the organization to achieve Regulatory objectivesIndependently develop the Global Regulatory Strategic Plan and provide regulatory input into the product’s Global Strategic Plan. Obtain input from the GRT members to develop a global regulatory strategy which supports product development, registration and lifecycle maintenance. Identify and communicate regulatory risksProvide regulatory direction in the development of the core data sheet to align commercial objectives in the context of available and expected scientific data, regulatory guidance, and precedentIndependently lead the planning and implementation of global regulatory filings (eg, clinical trial applications, marketing applications, label extensions)Ensure consistency of evidence-based global product communication (eg, regulatory submission documents)Monitor and assess impact of relevant global regulations, guidance, and current regulatory environment; advise product teams and GRT on implications of pertinent changesAssess regulatory mechanisms to optimize product development (eg, expediting FIH studies, Orphan Drug Designation, Fast Track Designation, conditional /accelerated approval, compassionate use, and pediatric plan) and ensure appropriate incorporation into the global regulatory strategyClearly and succinctly communicate regulatory strategies, associated risks, mitigations, and contingencies to the organization such that the probability of regulatory success and potential outcomes are well understoodLead GRTs and product teams in formal and informal communications with regulatory agenciesLead the approach and strategy for formal interactions with Regulatory agencies, especially those which could impact the global product strategyRepresent Amgen Regulatory on external partnership teams at the product levelLead regulatory process improvements and initiativesWhat we expect of youWe are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The dynamic professional we seek is a leader with these qualifications.Basic Qualifications:Doctorate degree and 5 years of regulatory experience in biotech or scienceORMaster’s degree and 9 years of regulatory experience in biotech or scienceORBachelor’s degree and 11 years regulatory experience in biotech or scienceIn addition to meeting at least one of the above requirements, you must have at least 5 years experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs, or directing the allocation or resources. Your managerial experience may run concurrently with the required technical experience referenced abovePreferred Qualifications:Contemporary oncology experience desiredDemonstrated ability to lead regulatory aspects of highly complex programs in late developmentPrevious experience leading a Regulatory team for submission and approval of an original marketing application and/or major new indication supplemental applicationAbility to lead and build effective teamsStrong communication skills - both oral and writtenAbility to understand and communicate scientific/clinical informationAbility to anticipate and mitigate against future strategic issues and uncertaintiesAbility to resolve conflicts and develop a course of actionCultural awareness and sensitivity to achieve global resultsPlanning and organizing abilitiesAble to prioritize and manage multiple activitiesAbility to make complex decisions and solve problemsAbility to deal with ambiguityOrganizational savvyNegotiation skillsWhat you can expect of usAs 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, we’ll 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 accountsA discretionary annual bonus program, or for field sales representatives, a sales-based incentive planStock-based long-term incentivesAward-winning time-off plansFlexible 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.comIn 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 deadlineAmgen 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.SponsorshipSponsorship 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..Salary Range215,204.70USD -291,159.30 USD

Locations

  • United States - Remote (Remote)

Skills Required

  • biotechintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Doctorate degree and 5 years of regulatory experience in biotech or science (experience, 5 years)
  • Master’s degree and 9 years of regulatory experience in biotech or science (experience, 9 years)
  • Bachelor’s degree and 11 years regulatory experience in biotech or science (experience, 11 years)
  • In addition to meeting at least one of the above requirements, you must have at least 5 years experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs, or directing the allocation or resources. Your managerial experience may run concurrently with the required technical experience referenced above (experience, 5 years)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Contemporary oncology experience desired (experience)
  • Demonstrated ability to lead regulatory aspects of highly complex programs in late development (experience)
  • Previous experience leading a Regulatory team for submission and approval of an original marketing application and/or major new indication supplemental application (experience)
  • Ability to lead and build effective teams (experience)
  • Strong communication skills - both oral and written (experience)
  • Ability to understand and communicate scientific/clinical information (experience)
  • Ability to anticipate and mitigate against future strategic issues and uncertainties (experience)
  • Ability to resolve conflicts and develop a course of action (experience)
  • Cultural awareness and sensitivity to achieve global results (experience)
  • Planning and organizing abilities (experience)
  • Able to prioritize and manage multiple activities (experience)
  • Ability to make complex decisions and solve problems (experience)
  • Ability to deal with ambiguity (experience)
  • Organizational savvy (experience)
  • Negotiation skills (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. Amgen is seeking a Senior Director, Regulatory Affairs supporting products in the Oncology Therapeutic Area. Global Regulatory Affairs (GRA) provides global regulatory leadership, expertise, and execution for the development, registration, and life cycle management of all Amgen molecules. In this vital, product-facing role you will lead one or more the Global Regulatory Teams (GRT) in the Regulatory Affairs organization. The purpose of the Global Regulatory Affairs Senior Director is:
  • To lead GRTs within Amgen’s GRAAS organization
  • To independently develop a comprehensive regulatory strategy for one or more high complexity programs, typically in late-stage development and/or with multiple indications, that takes into account worldwide regulatory requirements to drive product development, global registration, achievement and maintenance of desired regional labeling, and effective regulatory agency interactions
  • To provide Regulatory leadership to cross-functional teams for high complexity programs with major Regulatory deliverables such as global original marketing applications
  • Develop and execute global regulatory product strategies designed to achieve approval and target product labeling for prioritized assets in late development with highly complex development programs
  • Lead GRTs
  • Represent GRA on the product team and other key commercialization governance bodies, guide and influence the organization to achieve Regulatory objectives
  • Independently develop the Global Regulatory Strategic Plan and provide regulatory input into the product’s Global Strategic Plan. Obtain input from the GRT members to develop a global regulatory strategy which supports product development, registration and lifecycle maintenance. Identify and communicate regulatory risks
  • Provide regulatory direction in the development of the core data sheet to align commercial objectives in the context of available and expected scientific data, regulatory guidance, and precedent
  • Independently lead the planning and implementation of global regulatory filings (eg, clinical trial applications, marketing applications, label extensions)
  • Ensure consistency of evidence-based global product communication (eg, regulatory submission documents)
  • Monitor and assess impact of relevant global regulations, guidance, and current regulatory environment; advise product teams and GRT on implications of pertinent changes
  • Assess regulatory mechanisms to optimize product development (eg, expediting FIH studies, Orphan Drug Designation, Fast Track Designation, conditional /accelerated approval, compassionate use, and pediatric plan) and ensure appropriate incorporation into the global regulatory strategy
  • Clearly and succinctly communicate regulatory strategies, associated risks, mitigations, and contingencies to the organization such that the probability of regulatory success and potential outcomes are well understood
  • Lead GRTs and product teams in formal and informal communications with regulatory agencies
  • Lead the approach and strategy for formal interactions with Regulatory agencies, especially those which could impact the global product strategy
  • Represent Amgen Regulatory on external partnership teams at the product level
  • Lead regulatory process improvements and initiatives

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