Neurology Clinical Development Senior Medical Director

AbbVie; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 161,000 - 305,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Long-term incentives

Paid time off

Job summary

AbbVie's Senior Medical Director in Neurology will lead the design and execution of complex clinical development programs, ensuring high-quality data and regulatory readiness for products in the neuroscience field.

The role requires strategic partnership with cross-functional teams, medical leadership across sites, and mentoring of medical directors to advance development plans in a competitive market. Strong clinical and regulatory expertise is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires MD/DO or equivalent with relevant specialty.
• At least 2 years of clinical trial experience in pharma, academia, or equivalent.
• Experience with psychedelic drug development highly preferred.
• Strong English communication, and ability to lead cross-functional global teams.
• Knowledge of clinical trial methodology and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design and execution of one or more neurology clinical development programs.
• Ensure study integrity, safety data monitoring, and timely deliverables.
• Prepare protocols, Investigator Brochures, and regulatory submissions.
• Mentor and oversee Medical Directors or Scientific Directors on related programs.
• Collaborate with Regulatory, Medical Affairs, and Commercial teams for integrated strategy.

Skills

English communication

Clinical trial leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Global regulatory strategy

Medical expertise in neurology

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

Job description

AbbVie's Senior Medical Director in Neurology will lead the design and execution of complex clinical development programs, ensuring high-quality data and regulatory readiness for products in the neuroscience field.

The role requires strategic partnership with cross-functional teams, medical leadership across sites, and mentoring of medical directors to advance development plans in a competitive market. Strong clinical and regulatory expertise is essential.