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

Drug Development

Clinical Catch-Up: September 9-13

Last week was a busy one for clinical trial results, particularly with the European Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis 2019 Congress going on. Here’s a look at some of the top clinical trial stories.

September 13, 2019

11 min read

Mark Terry

Business

Toronto Innovation Acceleration Partners Announces Strategic Partnership with Amgen

Toronto Innovation Acceleration Partners, a leading member-based Canadian provider of venture builder expertise in the early-stage health science field, is pleased to announce the establishment of a collaboration with Amgen, a global leader in the biotechnology industry.

September 12, 2019

2 min read

Biotech Beach

Amgen Announces New Clinical Data Evaluating Novel Investigational KRAS G12C Inhibitor In Larger Patient Group At WCLC 2019

Amgen announced new data from the ongoing Phase 1 study evaluating AMG 510 in patients with previously treated KRAS G12C-mutated solid tumors.

September 9, 2019

10 min read

Drug Development

Investors Apparently Not Sold on Amgen’s Lung Cancer Drug

Amgen shares dropped 4.2% in pre-market trading at good but not amazing results in an early-stage trial of AMG 510 in in patients with previously treated KRAS G12C-mutated solid tumors.

September 9, 2019

3 min read

Mark Terry

Policy

U.S. District Court Invalidates Amgen Patents Over Cholesterol Med

In an ongoing battle between Regeneron Pharmaceuticals and Sanofi versus Amgen over PCSK9 inhibitors to treat high cholesterol, a U.S. district court invalidated Amgen’s patents for Repatha.

August 30, 2019

3 min read

Mark Terry

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Biotech Beach

BMS and Celgene Merger Moves Forward with $13.4 Billion Sale of Otezla

BMS and Celgene first announced the probable sale of the asset earlier this summer as a means to smooth out the anti-trust review process of the merger from the Federal Trade Commission.

August 26, 2019

3 min read

Alex Keown

Pharm Country

BeyondSpring’s Plinabulin Holds its Own in Quality of Life Study

In a head-to-head study, BeyondSpring’s plinabulin stood up to Amgen’s Neulasta (pegfilgrastim) in a quality of life study to prevent neutropenia, a common side effect for chemotherapy patients.

August 23, 2019

2 min read

Alex Keown

BioMidwest

Report: Projected Sales of 10 Top-Selling Drugs Through 2024

Although some of the top-selling drugs in the world are facing patent cliffs between now and then, many of them are still projected to continue being big sellers between now and 2024.

August 16, 2019

3 min read

Mark Terry

Job Trends

Top Life Science Companies Hiring Now in August

According to a BioSpace poll, approximately 86% of life science respondents are on the verge of job burnout. Are you one of the 86%? Does this mean you need to start looking for a new job? This is definitely one of your options. Start here to look at all of the great opportunities out there in the life science industry!

August 5, 2019

1 min read

Editorial Staff

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