Associate Director, Transformation & AI Initiatives

AbbVie Inc.; South San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Long-term incentive programs

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking an Associate Director of Transformation within the IIT group to drive strategic initiatives across the enterprise, including AI‑driven programs, product development and operating-model changes. The role involves guiding cross‑functional teams and partnering with senior leaders to deliver measurable outcomes.

You will manage large, complex workstreams, synthesize insights for data‑backed recommendations, and contribute to AbbVie’s transformation journey across drug development

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent; advanced degree preferred.
• 4+ years with Bachelor's, 3+ with Masters, 2+ with PhD in related fields.
• Experience with AI applications and enterprise-scale deployment.
• Experience managing large projects in a matrixed org in pharma/consulting.
• Ability to present data and metrics to executive leadership.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead transformation workstreams across the enterprise with stakeholders.
• Lead modules within complex initiatives, research, distill insights and recommendations.
• Prepare executive-level communications and present recommendations.
• Foster a culture of innovation, inclusion, and agility.

Skills

Stakeholder management

AI/ML experience

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Job description

AbbVie is seeking an Associate Director of Transformation within the IIT group to drive strategic initiatives across the enterprise, including AI‑driven programs, product development and operating-model changes. The role involves guiding cross‑functional teams and partnering with senior leaders to deliver measurable outcomes.

You will manage large, complex workstreams, synthesize insights for data‑backed recommendations, and contribute to AbbVie’s transformation journey across drug development