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.

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Thousand Oaks, CA 91320

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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

Diversity and Inclusion
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Awards and Accolades

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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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NEWS

BioCapital

Clinical Catch-Up: November 11-15

It was a busy week for clinical trial announcements. Here’s a look.

November 15, 2019

12 min read

Mark Terry

Business

Amgen Exits Neuroscience R&D, Plans to Cut 149 Jobs in Boston Area

Unfortunately, this makes Amgen yet another major biopharma company to exit or slim down work on neurological diseases. Others include Pfizer, Bristol-Myers Squibb, GlaxoSmithKline and AstraZeneca.

November 13, 2019

3 min read

Mark Terry

Deals

Latham & Watkins Advises Amgen on $2.7B Investment and Strategic Collaboration with BeiGene to Expand Oncology Presence in China

Amgen announced that it has agreed to acquire a 20.5% stake in BeiGene for approximately $2.7 billion in cash and concurrently has entered into a strategic collaboration pursuant to which BeiGene will commercialize XGEVA®, KYPROLIS® and BLINCYTO® in China and advance 20 medicines from Amgen’s innovative oncology pipeline in China and globally.

November 3, 2019

1 min read

BioCapital

Biopharma Q3: Pfizer, Merck, Amgen, Incyte and J&J

As the third quarter of 2019 comes to an end, most biopharma companies are reporting their earnings as they head into the final lap for the year. Here’s a look at some of the bigger companies’ reports that came out this week.

November 1, 2019

6 min read

Mark Terry

Business

Amgen Invests $2.7 Billion in China’s BeiGene with Plans to Develop 20 Pipeline Drugs

“This strategic collaboration with BeiGene will enable Amgen to serve significantly more patients by expanding our presence in the world’s most populous country,” said Robert A. Bradway, Amgen’s chairman and chief executive officer.

November 1, 2019

2 min read

Mark Terry

Business

Amgen Closes Out Neuroscience Programs as it Focuses on Long-Term Growth Areas

Chief Financial Officer David Meline said the decision was made in order to provide the financial support to areas that will provide long-term growth for the company.

October 30, 2019

3 min read

Alex Keown

Business

Generational Priorities: What Baby Boomers, Gen-Xers and Millennials Think Makes an Ideal Employer

When it comes to specific attributes, having the opportunity to do interesting and meaningful work, securing a competitive salary and having access to quality health benefits were the most important. Here are some differences when it comes to generational priorities.

October 21, 2019

3 min read

Porschia Parker

Employer Resources

Employees’ Perception vs. Employers’ Reality! New Research Shows the Top 3 Areas of Opportunity

What makes an organization a desirable employer? Do they need to be a large company with a recognizable name? Should the organization pay their employees more than others?

October 11, 2019

4 min read

Porschia Parker

Bio NC

BioSpace Announces the 2019 Top 30 Life Sciences Ideal Employers

According to the second biennial 2019 Life Sciences Ideal Employer Report by BioSpace, the top three most important attributes cited by life sciences professionals around the world are the opportunity to do interesting and meaningful work, a competitive salary and health benefits.

September 24, 2019

1 min read

BioSpace Staff

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