Project Manager – Congress Planning

Amgen

. Lead planning and delivery of global congresses within an assigned therapeutic area .

Posted 11/5/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $110,031 - $148,865 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management and congress planning, with a strong focus on cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder management, and compliance processes. Proficient in developing actionable plans and ensuring quality execution within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology sectors.

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Project ManagementCongress PlanningCross-Functional CollaborationStakeholder ManagementVeeva PromoMats

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementCongress PlanningBudget ManagementRisk ManagementOperational ReadinessTimeline DevelopmentScope ManagementQuality AssuranceContent Approval ProcessesEvent Coordination

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationProblem-SolvingAttention to DetailInitiativeAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Veeva PromoMatsC3Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPoint

Industry Keywords

PharmaceuticalBiotechnologyGlobal CongressesTherapeutic AreaCompliance Processes

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead planning and delivery of global congresses within an assigned therapeutic area
Translate therapeutic area priorities into actionable congress plans
Align internal teams and agency partners around clear outcomes
Manage scope, timelines, governance, risk management, operational readiness, and delivery quality
Partner with and guide Execution Leads responsible for day-to-day activities
Align with the Therapeutic Area Lead on strategic direction, resource decisions, and congress outcomes
Execute congress scope, goals, and deliverables aligned with business and therapeutic area objectives
Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, milestones, deliverables, and communication documents
Align cross-functional stakeholders from initiation through completion
Monitor progress, critical paths, risks, issues, and dependencies; implement mitigation and contingency plans
Provide end-to-end oversight of congress planning and execution
Drive cross-functional teams to meet milestones and ensure timely delivery
Oversee governance and execution quality across all phases
Ensure readiness across materials, staffing, and operational plans
Serve as primary point of contact for internal teams and external agencies
Coordinate marketing, medical, regulatory, legal, operations, and other cross-functional teams
Establish and manage communication cadence, status reports, and stakeholder updates
Ensure congress materials receive medical, legal, regulatory, and Veeva approvals
Partner with brand and medical teams to ensure deliverable quality and accuracy
Estimate resource needs, including budget, and coordinate internal and external support
Track actual spend and identify or escalate budget, capacity, and scope risks
Improve processes, tools, tracking, and reporting for efficiency, consistency, and scalability

Requirements

What you’ll need

Doctorate degree; OR Master’s degree and 2 years of Project Management experience and/or Congress Planning experience; OR Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of Project Management and/or Congress Planning experience; OR Associate’s degree and 8 years of Project Management and/or Congress Planning experience; OR High school diploma/GED and 10 years of Project Management and/or Congress Planning experience
Bachelor’s degree in business, science, or a related field required
Minimum of 7 years of experience in project management, congress planning, or events
Experience leading complex, cross functional initiatives required
Pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry experience preferred
Strong project management and execution capabilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong stakeholder management and cross functional collaboration skills
Knowledge of content approval and compliance processes, including tools such as Veeva PromoMats and C3
Proficiency with project management tools and software programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Strong attention to detail and follow through
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
Comfort managing ambiguity and changing priorities
Demonstrates initiative, curiosity, and a commitment to learning
Sponsorship for this role is not guaranteed

Benefits

Comp & perks

A 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 and hybrid work arrangements, where possible
Career development opportunities
Work/life balance programs
Financial plans with opportunities to save towards retirement or other goals