Medical Director / Scientific Director, Medical Affairs - Precision Medicine

About the Role

AbbVie is seeking a dynamic Medical Director / Scientific Director for Medical Affairs, Precision Medicine, to lead U.S. Companion Diagnostics (CDx) strategy in oncology. This role requires a strong background in diagnostics, pathology, biomarkers, and cancer therapeutics, as well as a demonstrated commitment to precision medicine. The position is based at our Mettawa, IL headquarters and follows a hybrid schedule of 3 days/week in office.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver a comprehensive, U.S.-focused medical strategy for CDx-dependent indications, overseeing execution of key deliverables.
• Develop and implement the Medical Affairs strategy for upcoming CDx launches.
• Build and maintain key external relationships with diagnostic partners, academic and community labs, and reference labs.
• Cultivate relationships with expert pathologists and key opinion leaders.
• Forge strong partnerships with leading pathology societies.
• Represent Medical Affairs in cross-functional Oncology Precision Medicine teams across the organization.
• Act as the medical affairs lead on the Integrated Brand team and Medical Affairs team.
• Develop and execute a biomarker and CDx evidence generation plan in collaboration with Precision Medicine Development, Health Economics and Outcomes Research, and Therapeutic Area teams.
• Execute key functional deliverables aligned with the CDx medical strategy, including:
  • Evidence generation to address biomarker and testing gaps.
  • Medical review of scientific publications.
  • Educational initiatives for both internal and external audiences on biomarkers and testing.
  • Review of medical promotional materials for biomarker and testing content.
  • Collaboration with Value and Evidence teams on guideline strategies for biomarkers and testing.
  • Insight generation via advisory boards and engagements with external experts.
• Develop and implement a congress strategy for pathologists, including external expert engagements and digital initiatives.
• Support oncology congresses with biomarker and testing materials in partnership with the Therapeutic Area team.

Qualifications

Position will be hired as a Medical Director or Scientific Director based on education and experience.

Scientific Director:

• Bachelor’s Degree in the sciences. Advanced Degree (PhD, PharmD, PA or NP) preferred. Residency or additional post-doctorate experience preferred.
• 5-7+ years of experience in the diagnostic or pharmaceutical industry, or equivalent; substantial understanding of oncology or precision medicine required.

Medical Director:

• Medical Doctorate (M.D.) degree or equivalent (D.O. or non-US equivalent of M.D.) required. Relevant therapeutic specialty in an academic or hospital environment preferred. Completion of residency and/or fellowship preferred.
• 0-2+ years of experience in the diagnostic or pharmaceutical industry, or equivalent.

Skills

• Strong leadership abilities, including influence without authority in cross-functional teams, prioritization, coaching, mentoring, and conflict resolution.
• Clear demonstration of cross-functional and team-focused partnership and collaboration.
• Experience with companion or complementary diagnostics, ideally in the oncology space.
• Experience working with testing landscape stakeholders, including diagnostic partners, academic and community pathologists, precision medicine oncologists, and reference labs.
• Prior experience in Medical Affairs within a diagnostic company, reference laboratory, or other functions in pharma is desirable.
• Demonstrated publication record and/or leading evidence generation projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with emphasis on medical communication.

Benefits

• Comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) to eligible employees.
• Eligibility to participate in long-term incentive programs.