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Executive Director, Site Head, Amgen Genome Valley (Agv)

Amgen
Amgen
7+ years
Not Disclosed
Hyderabad
10 May 7, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Hybrid Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, mRS and EQ-5D-5L., Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Executive Director – Site Head, Amgen Genome Valley (AGV)


Company

Amgen


Location

Hyderabad, India


Work Type

On-site


Category

Research / Site Operations / Executive Leadership


Role Summary

The Executive Director (Site Head) is the senior-most leader responsible for overall operations, strategy, and performance of Amgen Genome Valley (AGV). The role ensures scientific, operational, safety, and business excellence across the site while aligning with global R&D and corporate objectives.

This is a high-level executive leadership position overseeing site strategy, facilities, lab operations, safety, and cross-functional coordination.


Key Responsibilities

1. Site Leadership & Strategy

  • Develop and execute AGV site strategy, goals, and long-term objectives

  • Lead the Site Leadership Team (SLT)

  • Align AGV operations with global Amgen R&D strategy

  • Provide executive oversight for decision-making and governance

  • Drive organizational transformation and change management initiatives

  • Use business intelligence to guide site priorities and performance


2. Scientific Lab Management

  • Oversee scientific lab operations and productivity

  • Ensure alignment with Amgen R&D objectives (drug discovery and development)

  • Improve efficiency and effectiveness of research operations

  • Ensure compliance with laboratory safety standards and best practices


3. Site Operations Management

  • Lead operations across:

    • Environmental Health & Safety (EHS)

    • Facilities management

    • Lab operations

    • Security

  • Manage site governance frameworks

  • Oversee space planning and capital infrastructure decisions

  • Act as key decision-maker for operational execution


4. Safety & Compliance

  • Ensure full compliance with corporate safety policies

  • Implement safety governance, training, and risk management programs

  • Conduct inspections, chemical safety management, and surveillance

  • Ensure crisis management and emergency preparedness (DR/BCP planning)


5. Stakeholder Engagement

  • Serve as primary liaison for executive leadership visits and audits

  • Lead town halls, employee engagement programs, and site events

  • Foster internal culture through ERGs and engagement initiatives


6. External Representation

  • Represent Amgen in external scientific and industry forums

  • Engage with universities and research institutions

  • Participate in conferences (e.g., BIO Asia)

  • Strengthen external partnerships and scientific reputation


Required Qualifications

Education

  • Advanced degree preferred:

    • PhD / Master’s in Life Sciences, Pharmacy, Medical or related field


Experience

  • 15+ years in pharmaceutical / healthcare industry

  • Experience in:

    • Drug discovery and development

    • Site operations or R&D leadership

    • Strategic and commercial planning


Required Skills

Leadership & Strategy

  • Executive-level leadership experience

  • Strong strategic thinking and decision-making ability

  • Experience managing large, complex organizations


Business & Operational Skills

  • Financial and business analysis capability

  • Understanding of pharmaceutical R&D and commercialization

  • Experience in operational planning and execution


Communication & Influence

  • Excellent executive communication skills

  • Strong stakeholder management and influencing ability

  • Ability to lead cross-functional global teams


Problem Solving

  • Ability to handle ambiguous, complex problems

  • Strong analytical and structured thinking approach


Work Environment

  • Executive-level leadership role

  • High interaction with global leadership teams

  • On-site strategic site management role


Core Purpose of Role

To lead and manage Amgen’s Genome Valley site as a high-performing global research and operational hub, ensuring scientific excellence, operational efficiency, safety compliance, and strategic alignment with global R&D goals.


Overall Position Level

🔴 Top Executive / Site Head (Very Senior Leadership Role)

  • One of the highest operational roles at a research site

  • Equivalent to Site Director / Executive Director level in global pharma