Modeling and Simulation Project Embedment Lead

ABBVIE; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 142,000 - 269,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a Modeling and Simulation Embedment Lead to integrate M&S and AI into day-to-day trial design and development workflows across Data & Statistical Sciences. You will work with statisticians and data scientists to identify opportunities, eliminate friction, and enable smarter decision-making through new tools and data modalities.

The role involves mentoring teams, driving adoption of M&S/AI capabilities, and delivering end-user focused solutions while coordinating with

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a quantitative field with relevant experience in statistics or data science.
• Experience applying M&S and AI to clinical trial design and workflows.
• Strong ability to translate end-user needs into actionable requirements.

Responsibilities

• Map current workflows to identify M&S and AI automation opportunities.
• Oversee embedment and adoption of M&S/AI tools across Therapeutic Areas.
• Collaborate with developers to deliver end-user oriented solutions.
• Define governance frameworks and processes for M&S/AI adoption.

Skills

Statistics

Data Science

Clinical trial design

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Statistics/Data Science

PhD in related quantitative discipline

Job description

Modeling and Simulation Project Embedment Lead

• Full-time
• Salary Min: 141500
• Salary Max: 268500
• Workday Global Grade: 20
• Compensation: USD 141,500 - USD 268,500 - yearly

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com . Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram , X and YouTube.

Embed M&S and AI capabilities into day-to-day trial design and development workflows across Data & Statistical Sciences (DSS), to accelerate and support development decision-making. This role sits within the Data and AI Acceleration (DAIA) team and supports the broader DSS organization. Work alongside statisticians and data scientists within each Therapeutic Area, deeply understanding current trial design workflows to identify opportunities where M&S and AI can eliminate friction, enable smarter decision-making, and unlock new opportunities by leveraging new tools and data modalities. This role will drive the embedment of M&S and AI capabilities across the DSS organization.

Responsibilities

• Map current workflows and identify M&S and AI automation and augmentation opportunities
• Oversee embedment and adoption of M&S and AI tools across the Therapeutic Areas
• Work closely with solution developers to translate business problems into actionable requirements and ensure delivered tools meet end-user needs
• Reimagine and define fit-for-purpose ways of working, processes, and templates in collaboration with cross-functional partners that evolve with M&S and AI adoption
• Train, onboard, and enable end-users on new M&S and AI tools to drive adoption and effective use
• Monitor adoption metrics and identify barriers; iterate on processes to reduce friction and feed insights back to inform prioritization of new use cases

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 8–10 years of experience or PhD with 5–8 years of experience in Statistics, Data Sciences, or a related quantitative discipline
• Strong experience working in clinical trial design as a statistician or data scientist
• Applied understanding of how M&S and AI can augment clinical trial workflows, with an eye for high-impact use cases
• Ability to bridge business and technical teams — translating end-user needs into developer-ready requirements
• Experience in change management or process improvement within drug development
• Strong communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to design pragmatic, fit-for-purpose governance frameworks

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We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees.

This job is eligible toparticipatein our long-term incentiveprograms.

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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.

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