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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 - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job DescriptionThe Director Aesthetic Clinical Strategy Execution and Transformation works closely within our function (TAs, SkinCare and Clinical Innovation) to advance the field of aesthetic medicine with a focus on optimizing the application of new technology solutions across CDSI and Skincare, and R&D Aesthetics and provide close partnership at an enterprise level with AbbVie wide transformation initiatives, to drive continuous improvement and operationalizing enhancement of inclusivity in clinical trials through close partnership with CDO. Success in the role will be the identification, execution (and where appropriate the ‘business as usual’ management) of initiatives to transform the CDSI-SC clinical development strategy and how we implement and operationalize it
- Lead complex and cross-functional initiatives that effectively enhance the ability of CDSI-SC to optimize impact at the enterprise level. This includes driving the identifying improvement opportunities, providing support for research and analytics, and presenting pragmatic recommendations for management consideration.
- By working with the relevant teams both within CDSI-SC and in the wider organization, optimize the integration of clinical endpoints into aesthetics clinical trials, ensuring operational efficiency and effectiveness as well as lead on the scaling of the operational aspects of these endpoints for use in the clinical operations organization.
- Lead and execute Aesthetics inclusivity projects, actively championing and promoting Inclusion in Aesthetics Medicine.
- Be an AI and digital champion in the CDSI-SC organization acting as a bridge and translator, between CDSI-SC and enterprise-wide initiatives and ensuring these initiatives gain traction in CDSI-SC and that CDSI-SC are able to influence the direction of these initiatives
- Utilize analytical skills to assess and analyze clinical transformation initiatives, identifying areas for improvement and developing strategic plans for implementation.
- Engage stakeholders across the CDSI-SC and the wider enterprise to ensure alignment on clinical transformation initiative priorities; validate the merit and applicability of initiatives across functions.
- Monitor and evaluate the progress and impact of initiatives, tracking key performance indicators and metrics to assess effectiveness and make informed recommendations for adjustments as needed.
- Actively gather external benchmarking and best practices as input to process decisions and maintain active knowledge and awareness of all associated regulations.
- Develop and enhance collaboration platforms used within the team and by cross-functional partners to track and prioritize projects.
- Contribute and co-create with internal partners in the development of project management practices, such as processes, tools, reporting, and dashboards.
- Conduct post-project retrospective evaluations to identify successes and areas for improvement.
- Continuously identify opportunities for improvement and innovation, driving continuous improvement throughout the organization with a focus on the application of digital in CDSI-SC.
- Examples of the high profile initiatives this role may oversee include:
- AI fluency
- Psychology of Aging
- Inclusion in Clinical Trials including the aesthetics inclusion framework
- Clinical process improvement initiatives including Biospecimen management
- Identify opportunities and solutions to create and execute on CDSI-SC wide initiatives
- Lead matrix initiative teams including scientists, data scientists and MDs at all levels of the technical and medical career ladders
• Ph.D. or equivalent with approximately 12 or more years of industry experience; at least 6 years of experience enabling Clinical Operations or Clinical Development
• Multi-faceted, broad-based experience in multiple R&D functions/data domains (e.g., clinical, safety, regulatory, real-world data, etc.).
• Considered to have in depth knowledge of clinical operations and/or clinical development
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills and proven ability to collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams and leading and navigating in a matrix organization
• Digitally fluent with experience implementing cutting edge workflows and technologies in Clinical Operations and/or Clinical Development
• Experience utilizing Lean or similar process optimization frameworks for project/initiative execution
• Effective collaboration, influencing and communication skills.
Additional InformationApplicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law:
The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of thisposting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location,and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs.
Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission,incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless anduntil paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law.
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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Skills Required
- Ph.D. or equivalent with approximately 12+ years industry experience and at least 6 years enabling Clinical Operations or Clinical Development
- Multi-faceted experience across R&D functions/data domains (clinical, safety, regulatory, real-world data)
- In-depth knowledge of clinical operations and/or clinical development
- Digital fluency with experience implementing advanced workflows and technologies in Clinical Operations or Clinical Development
- Experience utilizing Lean or similar process optimization frameworks for project/initiative execution
- Proven ability to lead complex, cross-functional and matrix teams including scientists, data scientists, and MDs
- Strong interpersonal, influencing, and communication skills to collaborate across multi-disciplinary teams
- Analytical skills to assess transformation initiatives, define KPIs, and develop dashboards and reporting
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs are portrayed as a standout, with a dollar‑for‑dollar 401(k) match up to 6% and an additional annual company contribution based on age and service. Feedback suggests this materially boosts perceived total compensation for many U.S. employees.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental and caregiver leave are emphasized, including up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave for all parents and 4 weeks of paid caregiver leave in the U.S. Feedback suggests these policies are a meaningful differentiator for employees balancing family needs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off is described as extensive, with tiered vacation that scales with tenure, 17 company holidays, and two paid volunteer days in the U.S. Feedback suggests the breadth of leave contributes notably to overall benefits satisfaction.
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What We Do
AbbVie is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on creating medicines and solutions that put impact first — for patients, communities, and our world. We aim to address complex health issues and enhance people's lives through our core therapeutic areas: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, aesthetics and other areas of unmet need.
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