R&D Learning Professional, Senior Manager

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Senior Manager, R&D Learning Professional, R&D/OCMO Sub-Functions 
GCF Level 6a

Live 

What you will do 

Let’s do this. Let’s change the world. 

Part of Amgen's R&D Strategy & Operations organization, the R&D Knowledge & Learning team serves staff across R&D and the Office of the Chief Medical Officer, transforming how we learn and grow together. We are reimagining learning as an integrated, longitudinal journey—inclusive of but not limited to traditional training—by deeply understanding roles, personas, and the competencies needed to deliver on our goals. Through our capabilities and expertise, which include learning & performance, knowledge management, and the Amgen Library, we orchestrate tailored learning experiences that drive personal and organizational growth, empowering our teams to deliver on Amgen’s mission to serve patients around the world.

As the Senior Manager, R&D Learning Professional, you will be responsible for managing the ongoing orchestration of learning experiences within the broader portfolio of an R&D/OCMO sub-function. Reporting to a Director, R&D Learning Business Partner, you will drive the design, development, and execution of learning strategies for key roles, initiatives, or competencies within the sub-function, inclusive of onboarding for key roles, upskilling, and delivering integrated and longitudinal learning experiences that are inclusive of but extend far beyond “just” training.

You will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to assess learning needs, develop solutions, and ensure successful implementation and measurement of the programs you manage. Your role will be crucial in supporting business transformation, driving the adoption of new behaviors and processes, and ensuring employees are equipped with the necessary skills to excel in their roles.

We are hiring for 3 total positions. While all 3 roles share the same core purpose of shaping learning strategies and driving capability development, each role will support a unique set of sub-functional client groups in the R&D and Chief Medical Office organizations:

• Research, R&D Commercialization (CMZ), and R&D Strategy & Operations (RDSO)
• Global Development
• Global Medical, Global Regulatory Affairs & Strategy (GRAAS), and Global Patient Safety (GPS)

Responsibilities: 

• Lead specific learning programs for the sub-function, focusing on initiatives, roles, or competencies that drive business performance.
• Conduct learning needs assessments in partnership with stakeholders to define skill gaps, development priorities, and competency requirements.
• Develop role personas utilizing user research techniques to form a deep understanding of the various roles in an R&D/OCMO sub-function as it relates to key competencies.
• Design and deliver learning solutions across various modalities (live, virtual, self-serve), leveraging knowledge management techniques and approaches where appropriate, that are aligned with business strategies and tailored to the needs of specific roles or initiatives.
• Work in partnership with Quality and GxP Learning to develop learning experiences to enable a vision for learning beyond read and certify.
• Collaborate with content developers, instructional designers, and external vendors to deliver high-quality learning interventions.
• Manage the learning program lifecycle, from planning and execution to post-delivery assessment and continuous improvement.
• Monitor the effectiveness of learning programs through performance metrics and feedback, making necessary adjustments to improve outcomes.
• Act as a change leader, by enabling continuous learning and development, and supporting transformation initiatives across the sub-function.
• Ensure alignment with enterprise-wide learning initiatives and collaborate across functions to share best practices and resources.
• Foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure the relevance and impact of learning solutions. 

Win 

What we expect of you 

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The Learning Business Partner we seek is an experienced, strategic-minded leader with these qualifications: 

Basic Qualifications: 

• Doctorate degree and 2 years of related experience 
• OR Master’s degree and 6 years of related experience 
• OR Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of related experience 

Preferred Skills: 

• Experience designing and implementing learning and development strategies in a complex, matrixed organization.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles and instructional design, with experience across various learning modalities (virtual, in-person, blended).
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and partner with senior stakeholders.
• Ability to use data and metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of learning programs and continuously improve solutions.
• Experience working with external vendors and cross-functional teams to deliver impactful learning experiences.
• Familiarity with the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry, particularly within R&D or OCMO functions, is a plus. 

Thrive 

What you can expect of us 

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for our teammates’ professional and personal growth and well-being. 

The expected annual salary range for this role in the U.S. (excluding Puerto Rico) is posted. Actual salary will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, and qualifications. 

Amgen offers a Total Rewards Plan comprising 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 including: 

• 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. 

• Stock-based long-term incentives. 

• Award-winning time-off plans and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns. 

• Flexible work models, including remote work arrangements, where possible. 

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Application deadline

Amgen does not have an application deadline for this position; we will continue accepting applications until we receive a sufficient number or select a candidate for the position.

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