Senior Oncology Early-Development Director

AbbVie; Florham Park (NJ); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

AbbVie is seeking an experienced clinical development leader to direct the design, analysis, and reporting of multiple programs across immunology, oncology, and neuroscience. You will lead cross-functional teams, align with regulatory expectations, and ensure data quality and timely delivery of study milestones.

The role requires an MD/DO or equivalent, 5–7 years of clinical trial experience, strong leadership, and excellent English communication.

Qualifications

• MD/DO or non-US equivalent with relevant therapeutic specialty; residency preferred.
• 5–7 years of clinical trial experience in pharma, academia, or equivalent.
• Experience with immune redirecting therapies desirable.
• Ability to run a complex clinical research program independently.
• Proven leadership skills and ability to lead a cross-functional global team.
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of clinical study protocols and regulatory documents.
• Oversee clinical study teams, ensure study integrity, and monitor safety/efficacy data.
• Coordinate with Regulatory, Medical Affairs, and Commercial to align development plans.
• May chair Clinical Strategy Teams and contribute to translational strategies.
• Represent AbbVie at external meetings and ensure compliance with GCP and regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical trial leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

English communication

Education

MD/DO or non-US equivalent

Residency preferred

Subspecialty fellowship desirable

Job description

AbbVie is seeking an experienced clinical development leader to direct the design, analysis, and reporting of multiple programs across immunology, oncology, and neuroscience. You will lead cross-functional teams, align with regulatory expectations, and ensure data quality and timely delivery of study milestones.

The role requires an MD/DO or equivalent, 5–7 years of clinical trial experience, strong leadership, and excellent English communication.