Amgen

Director Data Science

India · On-site · Full time

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EmployerAmgen
LocationIndia
Work styleOn-site
Employment typeFull time
Employer posted3 Apr 2026

Career Category

Research

Job Description

HOW MIGHT YOU DEFY IMAGINATION?

If you feel like you’re part of something bigger, it’s because you are. At Amgen, our shared mission—to serve patients—drives all that we do. It is key to our becoming one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies. We are global collaborators who achieve together—researching, manufacturing, and delivering ever-better products that reach over 10 million patients worldwide. It’s time for a career you can be proud of. Join us.

Director Data Science

Live

What you will do

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

Amgen is expanding its global Biostatistics capabilities, with Amgen India (AIN) playing a key role in integrated delivery and functional leadership. A Director of Data Science in CfDA) leads the strategic application of advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI to support clinical development and data-driven decision making. The role sets technical direction in partnership with senior data science and engineering leaders while overseeing the execution of high-impact data science initiatives across clinical programs. This leader mentors and develops a team of data scientists, ensuring delivery of high-quality analytical solutions and alignment with enterprise data platforms and strategies. The position also helps prioritize high-value projects and guides resource, funding, and strategic decisions to maximize the impact of data science within clinical development.

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Responsibilities

Technical Vision & Innovation:

Collaborate with Sr. Directors Data Science/Engineering to set the technical vision, mission, and strategy for the CfDA Data Science group.
Continually assess and introduce cutting-edge technologies, ideas, and state-of-the-art ML/AI methodologies for clinical development.

Project Identification & Leadership:

Lead the execution of major data science projects, providing technical guidance and ensuring high-quality deliverables.
Run cross functional project teams and delivers project end to end

Mentorship & Team Development:

Mentor and guide a team of data scientists, fostering technical growth and expertise.
Collaborate closely with IS/other analytical organizations to ensure alignment on analytical platforms and data strategies.

Accountabilities

Coordinate with Data Science Head to help set vision, mission, and strategy for CfDA Data Sciences group
Identify high-value projects across Clinical Development
Advise Data Science Head during prioritization, resource, and funding decisions
Establish annual goals for CfDA Data Scientists
Ensures CfDA Data Scientists team delivers high-quality deliverables
Coordinates with IS / other analytical organizations on analytical platform and data strategies

This position is currently located at Amgen India (Hyderabad).

Win

What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our unique contributions to serve patients. The Biostatistical professional we seek is an emerging leader with these qualifications.

Basic Qualifications

Doctorate degree and 10 years of Scientific and/or work-related experience OR
Master’s degree and 18 years of Scientific and/or work-related experience OR
Bachelor’s degree and 20 years of Scientific and/or work-related experience

Preferred Qualifications

MS or PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, Informatics, Statistics, Mathematics, Life Sciences, or similar field
10+ years of experience in clinical research and/or predictive analytics
Wide experience analyzing clinical trial, real world, and/or ‘omics data
Specialization in few ML areas ( NLP, Vision, Bayesian Modelling) and provide mentorship to different groups
Led big projects in previous or current roles
Experience of working with Senior Leadership

Thrive

What you can expect of us

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

Vast opportunities to learn and move up and across our global organization
Diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table and act
Generous Total Rewards Plan comprising health, finance and wealth, work/life balance, and career benefits

Apply now for a career that defies imagination

In our quest to serve patients above all else, Amgen is the first to imagine, and the last to doubt. Join us.

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