New · posted Nov 1
Amgen · Biotechnology
Clinical Development Director, Early Development – Inflammation/Rare Disease
- Remote, US
- Remote
- Full-time
- Director
What you need
Basic Qualifications
MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school AND
2 years of industry or academic/basic sciences/clinical development experience
What we expect of you
We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The Early Development professional we seek is a Leader with these qualifications.
Preferred Qualificationsnice to have
Board certification or eligible (Internal Medicine, relevant subspecialty)
Residency training in Internal Medicine and relevant subspecialty
Understanding of pathophysiology of inflammatory, general medicine, and/or rare diseases
Experience in basic research and/or clinical trial methodology
3+ years of relevant drug development experience in the pharmaceutical industry and/or academia, preferably in early stage clinical trials
Experience collaborating with pharmaceutical sponsors
Experience in designing, monitoring and implementing clinical trials and interpreting trial results
Demonstrated leadership qualities; capable of conducting studies as part of a team
Experience within a matrix environment, contributes to decision-making and reaching alignment in order to meet challenging timelines
Publication track record
Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills; able to communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, as well as external partners and collaborators
What you'll do
Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. In this vital role, you will lead the early phase clinical development of compounds from first-in-human studies through proof-of-concept. You will collaborate on teams to support the design and delivery of early phase clinical trials. Through this role, the Clinical Medical Director will support protocol and IND development, study start up, data review, monitoring and analysis activities.
Contribute to the design and implementation of the early clinical development strategy for Inflammation, General Medicine or Rare Disease therapeutic candidates
Contribute to the preparation of clinical development plans, clinical study protocols, informed consents, Investigator Brochures, and Ethics Committee and regulatory agency submissions
Review and evaluate clinical study safety, efficacy, pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic data
Contribute to the strategy and use of clinical biomarkers to facilitate drug development
Actively collaborate with Amgen Precision Medicine, Research, Clinical Pharmacology, Operations, Late Development, Regulatory, Safety and Commercial colleagues
Contribute to the evaluation of external licensing or partnering opportunities within the cardiometabolic/general medicine therapeutic areas
Collaborate with external experts to provide biomedical expertise and strategic guidance to Early Development teams
Pay and benefits
$275,000 – $372,000 a year
Employer provided274,788.85USD -371,773.15 USD
What you can expect of us
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
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Flexible work models where possible. Refer to the Work Location Type in the job posting to see if this applies.
As 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:
Working conditions
Career Category
Clinical Development
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Application deadline
Amgen 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.
Sponsorship
Sponsorship 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.
From the posting
About Amgen
Join Amgen’s Mission of Serving Patients
At 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.
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Live data · November 3, 2026
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How the pay compares
This role's midpoint is 8% above the US median for Clinical Development roles at this level.
This roleEmployer provided
Director roles in the US212 roles publishing pay
| Annual base pay | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| This role | $275,000 | — | $372,000 |
| All US (middle half) | $260,000 | $300,000 | $335,500 |
This role: Amgen's own published range. Comparisons: the base pay employers published on open Clinical Development roles at the same level on Regulatory Jobs, November 3, 2026. Nothing is estimated.
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- Clinical trial conduct8
- Collaboration and leadership8
- Lab testing and methods2
- Documentation and SOPs2
- Regulatory submissions2
- Investigations and CAPA1
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Clinical Development Director, Early Development – Inflammation/Rare Disease at Amgen
Open until filled. $275K–$372K a year, employer provided.