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

Business

Three Companies with FDA Decisions in the Next Week

There are a few upcoming approval dates for several companies this week. Let’s take a look at the companies and their products awaiting approval.

May 15, 2018

3 min read

Mark Terry

Job Trends

Vyriad to Build Oncolytic Virus Manufacturing Plant in Rochester, Minnesota

Vyriad, based in Rochester, Minnesota, announced it is building out its facility in 25,000 square feet of space it is leasing on the IBM Campus in Rochester.

May 11, 2018

3 min read

Mark Terry

3d illustration of a cancer cell and lymphocytes

Drug Development

Oncolytic Viruses: Huge Potential for Immuno-Oncology

The uses of viruses as therapeutics is growing, largely because new gene therapy treatments require viruses.

May 9, 2018

3 min read

Mark Terry

Drug Development

A Wave of Regenerative Therapies are Being Developed to Treat Patient Needs

Artificial body parts have been around for some time. Patients have access to artificial limbs, hearts, eyes, skin and more thanks to the innovation of biomedical engineers. As technology improves, so do the advancements in these man-made devices.

May 6, 2018

3 min read

Alex Keown

FDA

The Top 5 Upcoming Biosimilar Approvals in the U.S.

According to Biosimilarpipeline, more than 660 companies worldwide have about 700 biosimilars in development.

May 3, 2018

3 min read

Mark Terry

Business

The Week in Review: A Look at Some of the Top Biopharma Stories

Just about every week has plenty of exciting news in the biopharmaceutical industry, and this week was no different. Here’s a brief look back at some of our top stories.

May 3, 2018

4 min read

Mark Terry

BioMidwest

Review of Top Biotech Stocks for May 2018

To ask the question, “What are the top biotech stocks?” is to get trapped in a maze of definitions: small cap versus large cap, upcoming catalysts, trending, or a byzantine series of technical evaluations. Rather than to attempt an overall view, here are a variety of biotech stocks that are worth a look this month for different reasons.

May 2, 2018

4 min read

Mark Terry

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Deals

Janssen Strikes Deal to Acquire BeneVir and its Oncolytic Virus Platform in Deal Worth Up to $1 Billion

Shares of HC2 Holdings, Inc. skyrocketed more than 51 percent in premarket trading today after Janssen Biotech Inc announced it was acquiring Rockville, Maryland-based BeneVir Biopharm, Inc., a subsidiary of HC2 in a deal that could be worth more than $1 billion.

May 2, 2018

2 min read

Alex Keown

Business

Sanofi, Regeneron and Express Scripts Deal: Sign of Things to Come in Drug Pricing?

Sanofi and Regeneron made a deal with pharmacy benefits manager Express Scripts for their Praluent, making it the exclusive PCSK9 inhibitor on their national formulary, essentially locking Amgen’s Repatha out of that market segment.

May 1, 2018

4 min read

Mark Terry

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