Senior Medical Director — Lead Clinical Development

Allergan; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401(k)

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking a Senior/Executive Medical Director to oversee clinical development programs across multiple therapeutic areas. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage study timelines, and ensure regulatory alignment to drive scientific and business objectives.

The role emphasizes due diligence, translational collaboration, and contributing to development plans with strong clinical leadership. US-based, with global responsibilities and strategic impact.

Qualifications

• MD/DO or equivalent with relevant therapeutic specialty.
• 2+ years of clinical trial experience in pharma/academia.
• Ability to run a clinical research program of moderate complexity.
• Proven cross-functional leadership on global teams.
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee design and execution of one or more clinical development programs.
• Ensure study integrity and timely delivery of safety and efficacy data.
• Oversee reporting of regulatory submissions and clinical study reports.
• Provide in-house clinical expertise and coordinate translational strategies.
• Lead or chair CSTs and liaise with Asset Development Teams.

Skills

MD/DO or equivalent

Clinical trial leadership

Regulatory & compliance knowledge

Cross-functional collaboration

Excellent English communication

Education

MD/DO or equivalent

Job description

AbbVie is seeking a Senior/Executive Medical Director to oversee clinical development programs across multiple therapeutic areas. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage study timelines, and ensure regulatory alignment to drive scientific and business objectives.

The role emphasizes due diligence, translational collaboration, and contributing to development plans with strong clinical leadership. US-based, with global responsibilities and strategic impact.