Lead, Data Science Internal Audit

BioSpace; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) plan

Short-term incentive programs

Job summary

AbbVie seeks a senior data analytics professional for its Internal Audit team in North Chicago, IL. You will design advanced statistical models, build data pipelines, and deliver real-time dashboards to identify risks and drive operational improvements.

The role requires 6+ years of related experience, strong Python/SQL/R skills, and familiarity with PowerBI or Tableau. MBA or related master's degree preferred; strong collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science or related field.
• MBA or Master’s in a relevant field preferred.
• Minimum 6+ years of progressive and related experience.
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, and R; PowerBI or Tableau experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement advanced statistical models to identify anomalies, patterns, and risk indicators across enterprise datasets.
• Develop and maintain population-level data analytics frameworks to support ad-hoc audit testing and continuous monitoring.
• Collaborate with internal audit teams to translate objectives into analytical approaches compliant with audit standards.
• Build predictive models and classification algorithms to assess risk profiles and prioritize audit focus areas.
• Apply NLP techniques to analyze unstructured data sources to detect potential compliance issues or fraudulent activities.
• Perform multivariate regression analyses to identify relationships between variables and quantify risk factors.
• Create automated data pipelines and monitoring dashboards for real-time detection of control failures.
• Mentor junior analytics team members on data science techniques and audit analytics applications.
• Present complex analytical findings to audit leadership in clear, actionable formats.

Skills

Python

SQL

R

PowerBI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science or related field

MBA or Master’s degree preferred

Tools

PowerBI

Tableau

Job description

Job Description

The purpose of the Data Analytics, Internal Audit team is to enhance the value and impact of Internal Audit at AbbVie by leveraging analytics and data‑driven insights to proactively identify risks, uncover opportunities for operational improvement, and support informed, objective decision‑making across the enterprise.

• Design and implement advanced statistical models including decision trees, regression analyses, and natural language processing (NLP) techniques to identify anomalies, patterns, and risk indicators across enterprise datasets.
• Develop and maintain population‑level data analytics frameworks to support both ad‑hoc audit testing requests and ongoing continuous monitoring initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal audit teams to translate audit objectives into analytical approaches, ensuring data science methodologies align with audit standards and compliance requirements.
• Build predictive models and classification algorithms using decision trees and ensemble methods to assess risk profiles and prioritize audit focus areas.
• Apply NLP techniques to analyze unstructured data sources (e.g., contracts, emails, transaction narratives) to detect potential compliance issues or fraudulent activities.
• Perform multivariate regression analyses to identify relationships between variables and quantify risk factors across business processes.
• Create automated data pipelines and monitoring dashboards to enable real‑time detection of control failures or unusual transaction patterns.
• Partner with cross‑functional stakeholders to define key risk indicators and develop statistical thresholds for continuous monitoring alerts.
• Mentor junior analytics team members on data science techniques, statistical best practices, and audit analytics applications.
• Stay current with emerging data science technologies and audit analytics trends to continuously enhance the team’s analytical capabilities.
• Present complex analytical findings to audit leadership and business stakeholders in clear, actionable formats that support audit conclusions and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science or a related field.
• MBA or Master’s in a relevant field preferred.
• Minimum 6+ years of progressive and related experience.
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, and R; PowerBI or Tableau experience preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive base salary in the range specified for the role, subject to geographic location and individual performance.
• Comprehensive benefit package including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical, dental and vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan for eligible employees.
• Eligibility to participate in short‑term incentive programs.

Equal Opportunity Employment

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans, Disabled.

US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation may learn more at https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html.