Senior Director, Data Science – Research Data Domain Lead

Amgen

. Lead the Research Data Enablement Hub and own execution of the Research Data Domain Strategy .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeThousand Oaks • California • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading Research Data Domain strategies, ensuring data governance, quality, and compliance while driving organizational change and collaboration across teams. Possesses deep knowledge of drug discovery processes and scientific data fluency to align research objectives with enterprise needs.

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Data GovernanceResearch Data StrategyLeadership ExperienceScientific Data FluencyDrug Discovery Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Data StrategyData Quality ManagementData Lifecycle ManagementData StandardsData StewardshipAI-Ready DataData Risk ManagementData Product Portfolio ManagementData Flow AnalysisRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Influential LeadershipRelationship BuildingPragmatic Decision-MakingResilienceConstructive Challenge

Certifications & Qualifications

Doctorate DegreeMaster’s DegreeBachelor’s Degree

Industry Keywords

Drug DiscoveryPreclinical DevelopmentResearch DataGeneticsBiologicsSmall MoleculeAssayEnterprise ReuseOrganizational ChangeStakeholder Engagement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the Research Data Enablement Hub and own execution of the Research Data Domain Strategy
Establish and drive the data strategy for Research
Translate Research and enterprise strategy into a Research Data Domain vision, priorities, roadmap, and measurable outcomes
Represent the Research Data Domain in enterprise governance and strategy forums
Provide accountability for Research domain data assets and data products, including ownership, governance, usage rules, protection, quality, and lifecycle management
Drive adoption of data governance, stewardship, FAIR data maturity, and data standards across Research
Ensure data risks, privacy, security, and regulatory requirements are managed with appropriate stakeholders
Approve and prioritize the Research Data Domain data product portfolio
Support AI, analytics, and digital transformation initiatives through high-quality, governed, AI-ready Research data
Lead and resolve cross-subdomain decisions involving data ownership, priorities, standards, quality, reuse, and investment
Partner with R&D Tech, EDSE, business, privacy, security, and compliance teams
Build alignment across senior stakeholders and drive timely decisions with collective accountability
Lead through influence across Subdomain Leads, Data Champions, and Data Stewards
Drive sustained adoption of governance routines, standards, and operating behaviors across Research

Requirements

What you’ll need

Doctorate degree in a relevant field and 5 years of significant relevant experience, OR Master’s degree in a relevant field and 9 years of significant relevant experience, OR Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 11 years of significant relevant experience
At least 5 years experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs, or directing the allocation of resources
Deep understanding of the drug discovery and preclinical development process
Deep understanding of one data type common in Research, such as genetics, biologics, small molecule, or assay
Broad knowledge of major data types, data subdomains, and data flows across Research
Experience balancing trade-offs across scientific value, enterprise reuse, risk, cost, and budget
Scientific data fluency and ability to translate between scientific objectives, Research data needs, enterprise reuse, and measurable business value
Proven track record of driving sustained adoption and organizational change
Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships and strong networks across organizational boundaries
Positive, pragmatic, and action-oriented leadership style with resilience and judgment through ambiguity, competing priorities, and organizational change
Demonstrated ability to challenge constructively, deliver difficult messages, and make firm prioritization decisions
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
Flexible spending accounts
Discretionary annual bonus program
Stock-based long-term incentives
Award-winning time-off plans
Career development opportunities
Flexible work models where possible