At Amgen, our mission—to serve patients—drives all that we do. This sense of shared purpose has allowed us to become one of the world’s leading biotechnology companies as we continue to launch new medicines at unprecedented rates and reach millions of patients worldwide. We collaborate with world-class talent, leverage industry-leading partnerships and state-of-the-art technology to develop new, innovative processes and products that can turn the tide of serious, life-interrupting illnesses.
We know our differences lead to better science. That’s why we empower all of our employees with the resources and support they need to do their best work. Our award-winning, globally recognized workforce strives to inspire future generations of scientists and offers robust family-centered and inclusive benefits for all.
At Amgen, we offer our employees a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. The following benefits are just a few that are included for all full-time employees:
Flexible work models that empower staff members to work where and when they are most productive
Award-winning PTO plan and bi-annual company-wide shutdowns
Access to 11 Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) with 60 chapters and more than 11,000 members globally
Wellness programs, which include nutrition, gym access/membership reimbursement and behavioral health services
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with generous company match
Education reimbursement toward eligible tuition, books and selected fees
Resource assistance for special needs children and elder care responsibilities
To learn more about our career opportunities and benefits at Amgen, visit: careers.amgen.com
Ponda Motsepe-Ditshego, MD is the Vice President, Therapeutic Area Head of Global Medical, General Medicine at Amgen, the latest position in a 10-year career at the global biotech company.
Motsepe-Ditshego leads the development and execution of strategies and tactical plans across multiple therapeutic areas to ensure that the right medicines get to the right patients at the right time. She also serves as the Global Chair for the Amgen Black Employee Network and led the creation of RISE (Representation In Clinical ReSEarch), Amgen’s program to improve diversity in clinical trials.
A 20-year pharmaceutical industry veteran, Motsepe-Ditshego ran her own medical and healthcare consultancy in South Africa. In 2019, she was named as the Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association “Rising Star.”
Married with two children, Motsepe-Ditshego is an advocate for women in business and girls in STEM education and passionate about mentoring young women. She is a frequent speaker on topics including health equity and diversity in clinical trials.
Motsepe-Ditshego holds a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery degree from the Medical University of South Africa and Global Executive Development Program (GEDP) where she was awarded top student for GEDP in 2015.
Amgen is committed to unlocking the potential of biology for patients suffering from serious illnesses by discovering, developing, manufacturing and delivering innovative human therapeutics. This approach begins by using tools like advanced human genetics to unravel the complexities of disease and understand the fundamentals of human biology.
Amgen focuses on areas of high unmet medical need and leverages its expertise to strive for solutions that improve health outcomes and dramatically improve people's lives. A biotechnology pioneer since 1980, Amgen has grown to be one of the world's leading independent biotechnology companies, has reached millions of patients around the world and is developing a pipeline of medicines with breakaway potential.
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Diversity matters at Amgen. We believe that an environment of inclusion fosters innovation, which drives our ability to serve patients. Our global presence is strengthened by having a workforce that reflects the diversity of the patients we serve.
We believe our differences lead to better science. To help ensure our ongoing success, Amgen is committed to promoting and maintaining an inclusive, high-performing culture where team members embrace and leverage each other's talents and backgrounds. Our commitment to diversity is articulated in our values and reflected throughout our organization.
Diversity and Inclusion at Amgen is about employees taking responsibility for creating a welcoming, inclusive and productive work environment where employees feel valued, regardless of their differences, and feel that they are able to contribute to their full potential.
Learn more about Amgen’s Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging.
