Innovation Strategy Lead — Biopharma

BioSpace

North Chicago (IL)

Hybrid

USD 140,000 - 210,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off
Medical/dental/vision insurance
401(k)

Job summary

AbbVie in North Chicago, IL is seeking an Associate Director, Innovation to partner with leaders across the organization to optimize the value of asset portfolios and advance strategic priorities. This role blends strategic planning, data-driven problem solving, and cross-functional collaboration to shape AbbVie's trajectory.

You will lead modules within complex initiatives, guide analytics, and translate insights into pragmatic recommendations for senior management, while staying aligned with

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree highly preferred (e.g., PharmD, PhD, MD, MBA).
  • Experience leading large projects in a complex matrixed pharma organization.
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills; ability to engage senior leadership.

Responsibilities

  • Drive end-to-end strategic innovation and execution on AbbVie's highest priority assets with cross-functional teams.
  • Support strategic initiatives addressing mission-critical questions and future success.
  • Lead modules within complex initiatives, guide research/analytics, and distill pragmatic recommendations for management.

Skills

Problem solving
Communication
Project management
Leadership
Change management
Collaboration
Strategic thinking
Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree
Advanced degree preferred

Job description

AbbVie in North Chicago, IL is seeking an Associate Director, Innovation to partner with leaders across the organization to optimize the value of asset portfolios and advance strategic priorities. This role blends strategic planning, data-driven problem solving, and cross-functional collaboration to shape AbbVie's trajectory.

You will lead modules within complex initiatives, guide analytics, and translate insights into pragmatic recommendations for senior management, while staying aligned with

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