Associate Medical Director, Physician Development Program - Neuroscience - North Chicago Illinois

Company: AbbVie
Location: North Chicago, Illinois
Posted On: 03/28/2026

Company Description 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 immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com . Follow @abbvie on X , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , LinkedIn and Tik Tok . Job Description This role is based onsite at AbbVie's North Chicago, IL headquarters Tuesday-Thursday on a weekly basis. Physicians Development Program Overview AbbVies Physicians Development Program (PDP) is a robust, two-year rotational program specifically targeting Medical Doctor (M.D.) specialist talent (graduating fellows). Those who have completed their M.D. program will also be considered. The goal of the program is to develop and support high-potential specialist physician talent in transitioning to a successful career within R&D at AbbVie. To that end, participants will engage in thoughtful, impactful rotational assignments within core R&D sub-functions, including Clinical Pharmacology & Pharmacometrics, Pharmacovigilance, Medical Affairs, Regulatory Affairs, and Clinical Development (both early and late stage.) In addition to gaining critical cross-functional knowledge and exposure, the program also features a multi-level mentorship program and professional development sessions focused on honing leadership skills. This program and all rotations will be based at AbbVies headquarters in North Chicago, IL. AbbVie is seeking physician talent with specializations in one or more of the following Therapeutic Areas: Oncology, Neuroscience, or Endocrinology. Participants will enter the program as Associate Medical Directors. Responsibilities: With appropriate supervision, help design and implement study protocols for a development program in support of the overall Product Development Plan, based on strong medical and scientific principles, knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements, AbbVies customers, markets, business operations, and emerging issues. Oversees project-related education of investigators, study site personnel, and AbbVie study staff. Help oversee clinical studies, supporting the monitoring of overall study integrity, review, interpretation and communication of accumulating data pertaining to safety and efficacy of the molecule. Partner with Clinical Operations to oversee study enrollment and overall timelines for key deliverables. Participate in design and execution of clinical trial safety, product safety, and risk management plans. Responsible for routine and ad hoc safety monitoring reports to regulatory agencies. May review, assess and report applicable Adverse Events (AEs) and Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) if assigned to AbbVie conduct on clinical studies. Contribute to the design, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of scientific content of protocols, Investigator Brochures, Clinical Study Reports, regulatory submissions and responses, and other program documents. May interact with and help coordinate appropriate scientific and medical activities with internal stakeholders (i.e. commercial, clinical operations, discovery, statistics, regulatory, etc.) as they relate to ongoing medical affairs projects. May assist as consultant/liaison with other corporations when working under licensing agreements and/or in the evaluation of new business development opportunities. May assist in scientific/medical education of investigators, clinical monitors, and Asset Development Team members related to therapeutic area or disease specific information. Keeps abreast of professional information and technology through conferences and/or medical literature and acts as a therapeutic area resource. Understand the regulatory requirements related to the clinical studies; accountable for complying with those requirements. May represent the medical function on cross-functional integrated teams for medical affairs activities. May represent AbbVie at external meetings including investigator meetings, scientific association meetings, etc. May assist in the development of scientifically accurate marketing materials, medical education programs, advisories, and symposia. May assist with the scientific review, development, execution and communication of affiliate/area/global medical affairs sponsored or supported clinical research activities. Exercise judgment within well-defined practices and policies. Typically does not supervise employees but must be able to influence in a matrixed environment. Works with some supervision and guidance. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Medical Doctor (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree. Candidates with an international equivalent medical degree that meets U.S. certification standards can also be considered Completion of U.S. residency training by Spring 2026 (recent graduates are also encouraged to apply) U.S. board eligibility or certification (U.S. State or Commonwealth licensure) Strong verbal and written communication skills Effective presentations skills Ability to demonstrate critical thought processes and analytical skills Preferred Qualifications: Medical specialty training in any of the following or related therapeutic areas: Oncology, Neurology, Immunology, Obesity, Endocrinology Fellowship training associated with clinical research Additional healthcare/research academic degrees, including PhD or MPH A commitment to pursuing a career in clinical research Experience publishing research Demonstrated leadership skills Additional Information Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state orlocal law: The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this role at the timeof this posting based on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, andwemay ultimatelypay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in thefuture. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees. This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentiveprograms. This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentiveprograms Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, anddeterminable.The amount and availability of any bonus,commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole andabsolutediscretion unless and until paid andmay be modified at the Companys sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable 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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