Senior Associate, Commercial Development Program 

HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?

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. 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.

Live

What you will do 

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. Are you looking to build a dynamic career in biotechnology? Our Commercial Development Program (CDP) is a two-year, full-time rotational opportunity designed for ambitious professionals ready to grow their careers by gaining deep, practical experience across two essential pillars of our commercial organization: Field Sales and Product Marketing. 

Over the course of two 12-month rotations, CDP participants will gain invaluable, real-world experience navigating the complexities of the biotech industry—from engaging healthcare professionals in the field to executing marketing plans that support innovative therapies.  

This immersive program offers: 

• Broad exposure across our US Commercial Business 

• A foundation in core capabilities including communication, cross-functional collaboration, and project management 

• Opportunities to work on high-impact activities with teams across sales and marketing 

Starting from day one, participants will be introduced to the many nuances and complexities of our organization and asked to think creatively and independently. You’ll be supported by senior leaders, and paired with mentors who will help guide your career growth. 

Key Responsibilities May Include: 

• Leading or contributing to cross-functional commercial projects and initiatives 

• Supporting strategic planning, data analysis, and field execution 

• Building strong partnerships both internally and externally 

• Executing and completing high-quality deliverables on time 

Win

What we expect of you 

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The dynamic individual we seek is a collaborative team-player with these qualifications.  

Basic Qualifications: 

• Master’s, PhD or PharmD from an accredited university   

• Located in the United States 

• Has been identified as strong talent through standardized Amgen recruiting process or initiative 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Three or more years of work experience 

• Demonstrated personal initiative, self-motivation, resourcefulness, flexibility, and adaptability 

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills 

• Sales and/or marketing experience 

• Demonstrated leadership experience 

Thrive

What you can expect of us

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 listed below. 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:

• 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

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for a career that defies imagination

Objects in your future are closer than they appear. Join us.

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