Oncology Clinical Development Director, Solid Tumors

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 193,000 - 327,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a Medical Director for Oncology Clinical Development (Solid Tumors) to lead design and execution of pivotal trials within a global framework. This senior role requires medical leadership, regulatory awareness, and cross-functional coordination to advance breakthrough therapies.

The position emphasizes collaboration with Medical Affairs, Commercial and Regulatory teams while ensuring adherence to Good Clinical Practices and scientific rigor across studies.

Qualifications

• Medical Doctor (M.D.), Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.), or non-US equivalent of M.D. degree.
• Completion of a residency program strongly preferred.
• Completion of a subspecialty fellowship desirable.
• Ability to run a clinical research study with supervision.
• Strong desire to collaborate in a cross-functional setting.
• Clinical trial experience in pharma, academia, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of clinical trial methodology and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement study protocols for a clinical development program.
• Oversee study enrollment and timelines for key deliverables.
• Monitor safety and efficacy data, and report serious adverse events.
• Contribute to design, analysis and reporting of clinical study documents.
• Participate in Clinical Strategy Team discussions as needed.
• Collaborate with Medical Affairs, Commercial and other functions.

Skills

Clinical trial design

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

English communication

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

Job description

AbbVie is seeking a Medical Director for Oncology Clinical Development (Solid Tumors) to lead design and execution of pivotal trials within a global framework. This senior role requires medical leadership, regulatory awareness, and cross-functional coordination to advance breakthrough therapies.

The position emphasizes collaboration with Medical Affairs, Commercial and Regulatory teams while ensuring adherence to Good Clinical Practices and scientific rigor across studies.