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The Senior Manager of Observational Research within Amgen’s Center for Observational Research will guide the pharmacoepidemiology research to supporting the development, processes, and execution of post-marketing safety studies across Asia.  The role will serve as a strong partner with cross-geography teams, cross-functional teams, and the external research community. This location of the role is open within Amgen offices in China.

The role is responsible for:

a) Leading observational research studies that make significant contributions to the scientific direction of investigational molecules in China:

• Identify the observational research activities to support R&D team strategy
• Design and conduct the observational studies that describe the frequency and natural history of disease, support the design of clinical trials, and evaluate safety and effectiveness of medicines
• Demonstrate creative thought in applying methodological solutions
• Conduct research to highest standards of the profession

b)  Advancing Amgen’s core capabilities to conduct observational research within China

• Develop and lead local team for observational research supporting R&D
• Actively collaborate with Amgen’s global network of epidemiologists and the external research community
• Leverage and build upon Amgen’s data strategy and analytical capabilities
• Advance the use of real-world evidence to inform decision-making
• Enhance processes for the operations of observational research in compliance of local regulations

c)  Engaging with key stakeholders in R&D teams

• Coach and facilitate awareness to the appropriate use and timing of observational research to answer high-priority strategic questions
• Monitor stakeholder priorities and align resources against those priorities
• Communicate significant scientific information to a variety of internal audiences, health authorities, and the scientific community including manuscripts

Qualifications:

• PhD in epidemiology or other subject with observational research content or MD with a master’s degree in a subject with observational research content
• Three or more years of experience leading observation research studies within industry or academic setting
• Record of publications in observational research
• Excellent verbal and writing communication skills in English
• Professional experience in Asia