Senior Scientific Director, Oncology Clinical Development (Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma)

Responsibilities

Leads the direction, planning, and interpretation of clinical trials or research activities of one or more clinical development programs. Participates in and may lead cross-functional teams to generate, deliver and disseminate high-quality clinical data supporting overall product scientific and business strategy.

Oversees project-related education of investigators, study site personnel and AbbVie study staff. Oversees the work of Medical and/or Scientific Directors and of Clinical Scientists working on the same or related programs. Serves as an in-house clinical expert for one or more molecules and diseases in the therapeutic area, coordinating and leading appropriate scientific and medical activities with internal stakeholders as they relate to ongoing projects.

Acts as clinical lead and actively solicits opinion leader interactions related to the disease area(s); partners with Medical Affairs, Commercial and other functions in these activities as required, consistent with corporate policies, to ensure that broad cross-functional perspectives are incorporated into Clinical Development Plans and protocols as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in the sciences; advanced degree (e.g., MS, PhD) preferred.
• Hematology experience preferred.
• Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma (NHL) experience strongly preferred.
• At least 8 years of clinical trial experience in the pharmaceutical industry, academia, or equivalent.
• Ability to run a complex clinical research program independently.
• Proven leadership skills and ability to bring out the best in others on a cross-functional global team.
• Must be able to lead through influence.
• Ability to interact externally and internally to support a global scientific and business strategy.
• Extensive knowledge of clinical trial methodology, regulatory and compliance requirements governing clinical trials and experience in development of clinical strategy and the design of study protocols.
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
• Ability to exercise judgment and address complex problems and create solutions for one or more projects.