Strategic Clinical Development Director

AbbVie Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

AbbVie in San Francisco seeks an experienced clinical development leader to oversee design, analysis and reporting of multiple trials across programs, ensuring scientific rigor and regulatory readiness.

You will drive cross-functional teams, manage study timelines, and safeguard data integrity for safety and efficacy.

Requirements: Bachelor’s in the sciences, 8+ years in clinical trials; strong leadership and English communication; MS/PhD preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the sciences; advanced degree (e.g., MS, PhD) preferred.
• Must possess excellent oral and written English communication skills.
• Ability to run a complex clinical research program independently.
• Proven leadership skills and ability to work across a global cross-functional team.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the direction, planning, and interpretation of clinical trials or research activities within one or more development programs.
• Leads cross-functional teams to generate, deliver and disseminate high-quality clinical data for regulatory submissions.
• Ensures adherence to regulatory requirements and Good Clinical Practices across studies.
• Acts as clinical lead and coordinates with Medical Affairs, Regulatory, and other functions.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical research

Regulatory compliance

English communication

Education

Bachelor's in sciences

MS/PhD preferred

Job description

AbbVie in San Francisco seeks an experienced clinical development leader to oversee design, analysis and reporting of multiple trials across programs, ensuring scientific rigor and regulatory readiness.

You will drive cross-functional teams, manage study timelines, and safeguard data integrity for safety and efficacy.

Requirements: Bachelor’s in the sciences, 8+ years in clinical trials; strong leadership and English communication; MS/PhD preferred.