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.
The Evolution of Biotech and Future Trends
Biotechnology has revolutionized healthcare, and this transformation shows no signs of slowing down. By 2025, the global biotech market is projected to reach $775 billion, driven by advancements in genetic engineering, immunotherapy, and personalized medicine.
Innovations Inining Cancer Therapies
Amgen’s commitment to oncology is exemplified by the company’s roll out of cutting-edge treatments such as monoclonal antibodies and CAR-T therapies. According to the American Cancer Society, immunotherapy has increased the five-year relative survival rate for all cancers. Next-gen therapies are on the horizon, including T-cell therapies and gene-editing techniques like CRISPR.
Advancements In Chronic Disease Management
Inflammation is a key player in many chronic diseases, including arthritis and autoimmunity disorders. Amgen’s research into novel biologics and bi-specific antibodies aims to alleviate symptoms and improve patient quality of life. Advances in digital health and telemedicine are enhancing chronic disease management by enabling remote monitoring and personalized treatment plans.
Impactful Therapies to Address Rare Diseases
Rare diseases impact approximately 350 million people worldwide – roughly 5% of the global population. Amgen’s dedication to rare diseases is evident in its ongoing research and development initiatives. Innovations like gene therapy and enzymes are transforming treatment landscapes, making cure and long term improvement of patient lives a reality. A case in point is the development of treatment for hereditary transthyretin amyloidosis (hATTR), a lethal condition.
The Future of Biotech Talent: A Deep Dive into the Specialist IS Business Systems Analyst-Technology Role
Position Overview
In the Specialist IS Business Systems Analyst-Technology role at Amgen, you become a pivotal figure in global technology operations. The job is to lead strategic projects within Global Infrastructure Services to enhance workflows and operational efficiency. Your goal is to drive demand management, ensure stakeholder and executive alignment, and champion a continuous learning and development culture.
Here are some of the leading responsibilities:
1. Strategic Planning and Execution:
- SAFe Agile Initiatives: Lead agile development processes, including PI planning, DevOps best practices, and process automation.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Strengthen relationships with cross-functional business units and Technology partners, and collaborate with executive leadership to align strategic priorities.
2. Operational Excellence and Leadership
- Demand Management: Prioritize program initiatives to plan and allocate both internal and external resources, ensuring all parties work towards common goals and resource allocation.
- Learning and Development: Champion initiatives to build continuous learning and development programs, ensuring. Teams are equipped with the best practices and the skills to implement innovative technologies.
3. Enhancing Collaboration and Innovation
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Pro Tip: Demand management gives you change to plan ahead for a more dynamic and distributed work environment.
- Requirement Validation: Collaborate with business partners, end users, and technology teams to capture, document, and validate business requirements.
- Technological Integration: Leverage agile methodologies to enhance process improvements and automations for system performance optimization.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications:
- Doctorate degree
- Master’s degree and 2 years of Information Systems experience
- Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of Information Systems experience
- Associate’s degree and 8 years of Information Systems experience
- High school diploma / GED and 10 years of Information Systems experience
Preferred qualifications:
To excel in this role, Amgen seeks professionals with a range of advanced certifications and hands-on experience, including:
| Certification | Experience | Skills Needed | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAFe Program Consultant (SPC) or SAFe Agilist (SA) | 2+ years in program management, infrastructure services, or enterprise technology | Strong agile framework and project management knowledge. | |
| ITIL Foundation or higher numerous certifications | DevOps management and cloud platforms | ||
| Certified DevOps Foundation | Experience managing demand pipelines, resource planning, and stakeholder engagement at an executive level | Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills in a dynamic organization. |
Amgen’s Award-Winning Culture
The Amgen team thrives on a diverse, ethical, and accomplished team dedicated to advancing science. û
Training and Employee Value
Amgen fosters an environment that rewards employees with benefits:
- Comprehensive employee benefits, including generous retirement and savings plans
- Discretionary annual bonus programs
- Stock-based long-term incentives
- Flexible work arrangements, where feasible
- Comprehensive health and welfare plans
Win-Win Partnership
Amgen’s mission is to serve patients through innovation and research. For more opportunities, visit careers.amgen.com
Blind Recruiting
Applicants may redact age-identifying information in their submissions.
FAQs
Amgen welcomes applicants of diverse backgrounds without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. We ensure reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, providing them with additional support.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who can apply to Amgen, and what qualifications are required?
A: Amgen accepts applications from individuals with diverse educational backgrounds, including a Doctorate, Master’s, Bachelor’s, Associate’s, or a High School Diploma/GED, contingent on the role and years of experience.
Q: Does Amgen offer flexible work arrangements?
A: Yes, Amgen provides flexible work arrangements, including remote and hybrid work options, where feasible.
Q: What benefits does Amgen offer to its employees?
A: Amgen offers a comprehensive benefits package, including retirement and savings plans, health and welfare plans, a discretionary bonus program, and stock-based long-term incentives.
We look forward to seeing your application!
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