Biostatistical Programming Manager

Join Amgens Mission of Serving PatientsAt 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. 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, 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 lay within them, youll thrive as part of the Amgen team. Join us and transform the lives of patients while transforming your career.Biostatistical Programming ManagerWhat You Will DoAmgen is seeking an Biostatistical Programming Manager to join the Center for Observational Research (CfOR) organization. This individual will report to the Biostatistical Programming Director of Obesity Programming in CfORs Data & Analytic Center.This role will support the CfOR organization by setting goals with CfOR epidemiologists, laying out a strategy to deliver on those goals, and coordinating with a functional service provider-based team of contract statistical programmers to achieve the goals. In addition, the Manager is responsible for staying informed of evolving department needs and industry best practices, looking to identify innovative, impactful proposals to increase efficiency and support the organizations growth strategies.ResponsibilitiesLead an FSP-based biostatistical programming team conducting ad hoc studies and analyses delivering on time and to specificationsIdentify potential efficiency improvements and propose solutionsEnsure the analysis and presentation of biomedical data is accurate and completeAdhere to Amgen policies, SOPs, and other controlled documentsReview and approve key study-related documents produced by other functions, e.g. SAPs, CRF, Data Management Plan, etc.Write, and/or review and approve programming plans and analytic dataset specificationsRepresent the programming function and participate in multidisciplinary team meetingsContribute to the continuous improvement of programming, CfOR, and Research and Development (R&D) processesParticipate in the development and review of CfOR Policies, SOPs and other controlled documentsParticipate in study and systems audits by Clinical Quality Assurance (CQA) and external bodies, and respond to audit questions and findingsInterview potential programming candidatesActively participate in external professional organizations, conferences and/or meetingsProvide input to and participate in intra-departmental and CfOR meetingsSupport and mentor junior programmersWhat We Expect Of YouWe are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The Biostatistical Programming Managerwe seek is a professional with these qualifications.Basic QualificationsDoctorate degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or Life Sciences ORMasters degree and 3 years of Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or Life Sciences ORBachelors degree and 5 years of Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or Life sciencesDemonstrated ability to write, test and validate software programs and macros in SAS, Databricks, or R to produce analysis datasets and presentation output, to be included in reports for submission to regulatory agencies, publications and other communicationsExperience with real world healthcare data such as Flatiron, Ontada, MarketScan, Optum, Medicare and EMR databasesPreferred QualificationsMasters degree in Epidemiology, Biostatistics, or other subject with high statistical contentVendor relationship management or related experience with functional service providersExperience in a regulated environmentPharmaceutical industry experienceMinimum five years SAS statistical programming experienceDatabase programming using SQL and/or experience with advanced statistical methods such as survival and regressionWhat 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, 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 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 IncludeA 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 anticipates accepting applications until 05/08; however, we may continue accepting applications beyond this date if we do not receive a sufficient number of candidates.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.