Associate Director, External Process Chemistry Strategy

ABBVIE; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 142,000 - 269,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie seeks an Associate Director I, Process Development (External Manufacturing) to lead and shape external manufacturing strategies for small molecules across a global CRO/CDMO network. The role focuses on early- and mid-stage development, phase-gate governance, and budget stewardship in a high-visibility, matrixed environment.

You will drive supply planning, cost-of-goods analyses, and supplier relationships to ensure reliable, quality supply for preclinical through cPOC programs, partnering

Qualifications

• Deep expertise in early- and mid-stage process development.
• Experience leading external manufacturing strategy for small molecules/CROs/CDMOs.
• Strong ability to influence cross-functional teams and manage budgets.

Responsibilities

• Lead external manufacturing strategy for AbbVie small molecules, t-LNPs, peptides, and ADC assets.
• Own CMC timelines, supply planning, and budget oversight with phase-gate governance.
• Develop cost-of-goods estimates to support R&D and clinical decisions.

Job description

AbbVie seeks an Associate Director I, Process Development (External Manufacturing) to lead and shape external manufacturing strategies for small molecules across a global CRO/CDMO network. The role focuses on early- and mid-stage development, phase-gate governance, and budget stewardship in a high-visibility, matrixed environment.

You will drive supply planning, cost-of-goods analyses, and supplier relationships to ensure reliable, quality supply for preclinical through cPOC programs, partnering