Amgen

We are all different, yet we have this in common: our mission to serve patients. This sense of shared purpose is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. It guides us as we continue to launch new medicines and reach millions of patients worldwide.

We live the mission.

We win together.

We thrive on continual challenge.

Our team of 27,000+ scientists and professionals worldwide bring distinct perspectives and experiences to all we do. We leverage our global talent to achieve together—to research, manufacture and deliver ever-better products and greater depth to our mission.

At Amgen, there is a strong correlation between our high level of diversity and performance. Because addressing issues with a wider range of perspectives and approaches leads to more creative problem-solving. Together, we’re transforming the promise of science and biotechnology into therapies that have the power to restore health.

Connect with us to explore how you can Win, Live, and Thrive at Amgen.

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One Amgen Center Drive
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
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We know an idea—any idea—can blossom into a lifesaving treatment. That’s why we dare to ask the questions most people won’t. Join us in pushing biotechnology.
Employee Testimonials
  • “Amgen fosters a culture of innovation, with a science-based risk approach, centered in the benefit of our patients and powered by the diversity of our staff.”
    Jorge D.
    Porcess Scientific Director
    Juncos, PR
  • “Cultivate your curiosity and continue to learn at Amgen — grow daily and explore career opportunities that align with your competencies and motivation”
    Fernando F.
    Executive Director Plant Manager
    Rhode Island, US
  • “Working at Amgen, as Specialist Quality Control gives me the opportunity to work with Amgen products in benefit of the patients. Using my knowledge in science and share my diversity with my peers, is the best experience I have as part of the Amgen family.”
    Niria R.
    Specialist Quality Control
    Juncos, PR
Serving patients across the globe requires a global team. We continue building a diverse workforce that reflects the needs of those they serve, bringing with them innovative ideas that can push biotechnology forward.
We offer more than benefits. Our Total Rewards Program secures the long-term financial, physical and overall well-being of you and your family. Among leading biotechnology and pharmaceutical leaders, we stand among the very best.
Through Amgen Volunteers, you can dedicate eight hours to participating organizations of your choice. This along with matching employee donations to charities and our diverse corporate giving initiatives are just some ways you can make meaningful contributions as a global citizen
Amgen is proud of the achievements we have realized as a mission-driven team—particularly the accolades we have earned as an employer. You can find our teams named in respected lists including Forbes, Fast Company and more.
NEWS
Eli Lilly and Company announced Tuesday the launch of a head-to-head study to compare once-monthly injectable Emgality® (galcanezumab-gnlm) with Nurtec® ODT (rimegepant) for the prevention of migraine.
Amgen reunites with Kyowa Kirin on the development and potential commercialization of KHK4083, an atopic dermatitis drug, which impacts nearly 30 million people worldwide.
The FDA gave the green light to Amgen’s Lumakras under accelerated approval as a treatment for patients with KRAS mutation whose disease has worsened over time.
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The high court’s decision will prevent Sandoz from launching its biosimilar to Amgen’s blockbuster rheumatoid arthritis drug.
Pivotal data from Amgen’s and AstraZeneca’s NAVIGATOR Phase III trial show tezepelumab, a potential first-in-class human monoclonal antibody, reduced asthma aggravations and exacerbations requiring hospitalizations better than placebo in patients with severe asthma.
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Molecular Partners announced yesterday it has filed for a $100 million initial public offering with the Securities and Exchange Commission in the U.S., funding which will go toward supporting the company’s work in the development of protein-based treatments for COVID-19 and various cancers.
Executives at pharmaceutical companies are known for receiving large salaries. When bonuses and stock options are factored into the picture, their annual compensation can jump into the range of tens of millions of dollars, like Pfizer’s Albert Bourla, Alex Gorsky from Johnson & Johnson, and AstraZeneca’s Pascal Soriot.
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Amgen announced the U.S. FDA awarded Breakthrough Therapy Designation to the bemarituzumab as a first-line treatment for certain types of gastric cancer.
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