Head of Computational Sciences & AI-Driven Drug Discovery

BioSpace; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a visionary leader to head a global computational chemistry team within the MPDD organization. You will guide strategy across discovery and development, align with cross-functional partners, and drive AI-enabled drug discovery efforts.

You will mentor scientists and build external collaborations to advance portfolio candidates. The role requires a strong track record in leadership, innovation, and modern computational methods, with the ability to influence across organizational

Qualifications

• Strong track record of people, technical, and research project management.
• Experience leading scientific research teams.
• Experience with cross-functional collaboration in discovery and development.

Responsibilities

• Interfaces closely with Development Sciences and Discovery leaders to align strategies.
• Develop and implement strategies to drive Computational Sciences and AI‑enabled drug discovery.
• Autonomously manage multiple projects and team leaders, guiding long-term strategy.
• Identify and manage external research collaborations across academia and industry.
• Make highly informed decisions based on data and information.

Skills

People management

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic leadership

Data-driven decision making

Education

PhD in chemistry or computational chemistry

Masters in related field

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Computational chemistry tools

AI/ML models

Molecular dynamics

Job description

AbbVie is seeking a visionary leader to head a global computational chemistry team within the MPDD organization. You will guide strategy across discovery and development, align with cross-functional partners, and drive AI-enabled drug discovery efforts.

You will mentor scientists and build external collaborations to advance portfolio candidates. The role requires a strong track record in leadership, innovation, and modern computational methods, with the ability to influence across organizational