Director, Precision Oncology Medical Development

Thornton Tomasetti; California; On-site; USD 149,000 - 299,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Laboratories is seeking a Director of Medical Development for the MRD Breast Portfolio in the United States. The role leads clinical and translational efforts, shaping precision oncology strategies, including MRD assays and digital pathology.

You will collaborate with product, regulatory, and medical affairs teams to ensure robust clinical validation and utility across programs. The position offers leadership across internal and external teams, with travel up to 30% and remote work

Qualifications

• MD/DO required with fellowship in medical oncology.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional internal and external teams.
• Strong oncology clinical and translational expertise in precision oncology products.

Responsibilities

• Develop the vision and strategy for Precision Oncology products including Oncotype DX, OncoExTra, MRD liquid biopsy portfolio, and digital pathology algorithms.
• Lead medical monitor activities on studies and develop protocols for product development, validation, and commercialization.
• Engage with oncology leaders to understand clinical questions and demonstrate the clinical utility of PO products.
• Oversee external collaborations, biopharma partnerships, and cross-functional medical leadership across the product lifecycle.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Clinical oncology expertise

Medical leadership

Education

MD/DO

Fellowship in medical oncology

Job description

Abbott Laboratories is seeking a Director of Medical Development for the MRD Breast Portfolio in the United States. The role leads clinical and translational efforts, shaping precision oncology strategies, including MRD assays and digital pathology.

You will collaborate with product, regulatory, and medical affairs teams to ensure robust clinical validation and utility across programs. The position offers leadership across internal and external teams, with travel up to 30% and remote work