Scientific Director / Senior Medical Director, Medical Affairs – Parkinson’s Disease, US at AbbVie

About AbbVie

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience, as well as the Allergan Aesthetics portfolio.

Job Description

The Medical Affairs organization provides patients, healthcare providers, and payers everywhere with practical, clinically relevant information and solutions they need to use AbbVie products safely and effectively throughout the product lifecycle and the patient's journey.

The Scientific Director / Senior Medical Director, Medical Affairs provides specialist medical and scientific expertise for a key Parkinson’s Disease asset within AbbVie’s Neuroscience portfolio. This high‑impact role demands a medically trained scientific leader who exercises independent scientific judgment, thrives in a fast‑paced environment, and navigates ambiguity while driving clarity across matrixed, cross‑functional teams.

This position is based at our Mettawa, IL headquarters and follows a hybrid schedule of Tuesdays through Thursdays in office.

Key Responsibilities

• Set and drive medical affairs strategy, including data generation and dissemination, and develop the Medical Affairs and Brand Plan with the team.
• Serve as the scientific interface across functions; solicit expert opinion, coordinate scientific and medical activities with commercial, market access, HEOR, clinical operations, clinical development, regulatory, and other stakeholders, and shape clinical development plans and protocols.
• Enable education and scientific communications; support development of scientifically accurate marketing materials, medical education programs, advisories, and symposia; provide scientific/medical education to investigators, monitors, and global project team members.
• Ensure operational rigor by managing budgets, timelines, and compliance requirements for scientific activities.
• Senior Medical Directors (M.D. holders) may oversee Medical Affairs‑led studies, monitoring study integrity and interpreting safety and efficacy data, and coordinating scientific activities with leadership.

Qualifications

Position is commensurate with experience.

Scientific Director Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. or Pharm.D.).
• 7–10 years of Medical Affairs experience with a proven track record in data generation, scientific communications, KOL engagement, and cross‑functional strategy.
• Expertise on evidence generation strategy, including real‑world evidence and company‑sponsored studies, brand strategy development, and medical insights.
• Strong knowledge of clinical trial methodology, data analysis, regulatory requirements, and protocol design.
• Proven leadership skills in a global, cross‑functional team environment.
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.

Senior Medical Director Qualifications

• Medical Doctorate (M.D.) or equivalent (D.O. or non‑US equivalent of M.D.); preferred residence in an academic or hospital environment with residency/fellowship completion.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical trial or medical affairs experience in pharma, academia, or equivalent; 3+ years preferred.
• Knowledge of evidence generation strategy, real‑world evidence, company‑sponsored studies, brand strategy, medical insights, and promotional review.
• Strong knowledge of clinical trial methodology, data analysis, regulatory requirements, and protocol design.
• Proven leadership skills in a global, cross‑functional team environment.
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation range: base pay range based on the job grade; final compensation will depend on factors such as geographic location and may be modified in the future.
• Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan for eligible employees.
• Eligibility to participate in long‑term incentive programs.

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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