Clinical Data Systems Lead & Data Strategy

ABBVIE; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 237,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie Data Science is seeking an experienced analytics leader to oversee clinical data programs, design databases, and drive performance improvements across multiple therapeutic areas. You will manage cross-functional teams, mentor staff, ensure SDTM/CDASH deliverables meet regulatory standards, and partner with vendors to deliver high-quality results on time.

This role demands strong programming skills (SAS/SQL), strategic insight, and the ability to influence without direct authority in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in management information systems, computer science, life sciences or equivalent
• Master’s degree preferred
• 8+ years of experience with clinical database design, data loading, and database modeling concepts or 9+ years of experience in a similar technical or clinical development environment
• Intermediate SAS and/or SQL programming skills
• CDASH and SDTM Standards knowledge and understanding of clinical trial processes
• Ability to influence others without direct authority and coach/mentor in a matrix environment
• Strong communication and analytical skills

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple TA
• Manage technology evaluations and implementations for performance improvement and cost reduction.
• Create and sustain an environment that attracts, develops and retains strong talent.
• Practice continuous improvement of processes and technology usage.
• Act as subject matter expert and process owner.
• Supervise and allocate internal and external resources within the Therapeutic Area.
• Ensure performance assessment responsibilities are achieved for direct reports and manage talent retention.
• Manage cross functional initiatives.
• Provide strategic direction and guidance to staff; promote best practice and objective achievement.
• Oversee vendor deliverables and ensure SDTM deliverables meet quality standards and regulations.

Job description

AbbVie Data Science is seeking an experienced analytics leader to oversee clinical data programs, design databases, and drive performance improvements across multiple therapeutic areas. You will manage cross-functional teams, mentor staff, ensure SDTM/CDASH deliverables meet regulatory standards, and partner with vendors to deliver high-quality results on time.

This role demands strong programming skills (SAS/SQL), strategic insight, and the ability to influence without direct authority in a