Global Safety Officer (GSO), Global Safety Medical Director - Obesity, US - Remote
Company: Amgen
Location: Washington
Posted on: January 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients At Amgen, if you feel
like youre part of something bigger, its because you are. Our
shared missionto serve patients living with serious illnessesdrives
all that we do. Since 1980, weve helped pioneer the world of
biotech in our fight against the worlds toughest diseases. With our
focus on four therapeutic areas Oncology, Inflammation, General
Medicine, and Rare Disease we reach millions of patients each year.
As a member of the Amgen team, youll 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 lie within them, youll thrive as part of the
Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while
transforming your career. Global Safety Officer (GSO), Global
Safety Medical Director - Obesity, US - Remote What you will do
Lets do this. Lets change the world. In this vital role within the
Global Patient Safety (GPS) organization, you will serve as the
safety expert for the assigned development product(s), establishing
the strategy, direction, and priorities of pharmacovigilance
activities and will be accountable for the overall safety profile
and all product-related decisions and deliverables for assigned
products. You will also lead the Safety Analysis Team (SAT) and
Global Safety Team (GST). In addition, you will participate as a
member of the Evidence Generation Team and other relevant cross
functional teams and will be assigned as delegate for the
Therapeutic Area Head (TAH) and have management of Global Safety
Physicians. Responsibilities: Validate safety signals and lead
safety signal assessments Develop and maintain Core Safety
Information (core data sheet, core risks in informed consent forms,
etc.) Prepare/review core and regional risk management plans
including additional risk minimization measures Prepare/review
safety sections of periodic aggregate reports Provide safety input
to protocols, statistical analysis plans, and clinical study
reports Prepare/review safety sections of new drug applications and
other regulatory filings Serve as safety expert on Evidence
Generation Team for assigned products Inspection Readiness Travel:
Domestic and International travel ~10% may be required What we
expect of you We are all different, yet we all use our unique
contributions to serve patients. The Medical Safety professional we
seek is a leader with these qualifications. Basic Qualifications:
MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school AND Completion of
an accredited medical or surgical residency OR Clinical experience
in either an accredited academic setting or private practice
(including hospital based) setting Preferred Qualifications:
Industry pharmacovigilance (PV) experience Product safety in the
bio/pharmaceutical industry or regulatory agency Previous
management and/or mentoring experience Board certification or
equivalent training Expertise in Obesity/Cardiovascular therapeutic
area Leadership experience within the safety profile of products
assigned with cross-functional team members. What you can expect of
us As we work to develop treatments that care for others, we also
work to care for your professional and personal growth and
well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative
culture, well support your journey every step of the way. The
expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding
Puerto Rico) is $243,245. to $319,267. 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 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 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, including remote and hybrid work
arrangements, where possible Apply now and make a lasting impact
with the Amgen team. careers.amgen.com In 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 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.
obesity 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. and privileges of employment. Please
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