Sign up to access all features of our service.
  • Job search
  • Favorites
  • Create a CV
    New
  • Salaries
  • Subscriptions

Senior Medical Director, Oncology Clinical Development

$182k

AbbVie

Company Description

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 - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, ( Facebook, Instagram ( , X ( and YouTube. (

Job Description

Purpose:

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

Responsibilities:

  • Manages the design and implementation of one or more clinical development programs in support of an overall Product Development Plan, based on strong medical and scientific principles, knowledge of compliance and regulatory requirements, AbbVie's customers, markets, business operations, and emerging issues. Oversees project-related education of investigators, study site personnel, and AbbVie study staff.

  • Has overall responsibility for oversight of clinical studies, monitoring overall study integrity, and review, interpretation, and communication of accumulating data pertaining to safety and efficacy of the molecule. Along with Clinical Operations, is responsible for oversight of study enrollment and overall timelines for key deliverables. Responsible for assessment and reporting of serious adverse events per corporate policy and regulations for those protocols on which assigned.

  • Responsible for design, analysis, interpretation, and reporting of scientific content of protocols, Investigator Brochures, Clinical Study Reports, regulatory submissions and responses, and other program documents.

  • May oversee the work of Medical Directors and/or Scientific Directors, and of Clinical Scientists working on the same or related programs.

  • Provides in-house clinical expertise for the molecule and disease, coordinating appropriate scientific and medical activities with internal stakeholders as they relate to ongoing clinical projects. May participate in due diligence or other business development activity. As required by program needs, contributes in partnership with Discovery colleagues to design and implementation of translational strategies.

  • May serve on or chair a Clinical Strategy Team (CST), with responsibility for development of a rigorous, cross-functionally-aligned, vetted Clinical Development Plan with full consideration of contingencies and alternative approaches. In the role of CST Chair, responsibilities may include supervision of matrix team members and serving as Clinical Research representative to lend clinical development and medical expertise to an Asset Development Team (ADT), ADT Leadership Board (ALB).

  • Acts as a clinical interface and actively solicits opinion leader interactions related to the molecule and disease area; 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.

  • Stays abreast of professional information and technology through conferences, medical literature, and other available training, to augment expertise in the therapeutic area.

  • Responsible for understanding the regulatory requirements related to the clinical studies and global drug development and accountable for complying with those requirements. Serves as a clinical representative for key regulatory discussions.

  • Ensures adherence to Good Clinical Practices, pharmacovigilance standards, standard operating procedures and to all other quality standards in conducting research.

Qualifications

  • Medical Doctor (M.D.), Doctor of Osteopathy (D.O.) or non-US equivalent of M.D. degree with relevant therapeutic specialty in an academic or hospital environment. Completion of a residency program strongly preferred. Completion of a subspecialty fellowship is desirable.

  • At least 2 years of clinical trial experience in the pharmaceutical industry, academia, or equivalent.

  • Ability to run a clinical research program of moderate complexity with minimal supervision.

  • Ability to perform and bring out the best in others on a cross-functional global team.

  • Ability to interact externally and internally to support a global scientific and business strategy.

  • 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.

  • Must possess excellent oral and written English communication skills.

Additional Information

Applicable 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.

US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit

US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:

Salary: $182,000

Vacancy posted 1 day ago
Similar jobs that could be interesting for youBased on the Senior Medical Director, Oncology Clinical Development in Watertown, MA vacancy
  •  ...Senior / Executive Medical Director, Clinical Development - Oncology I’m partnering with a highly innovative small biotech seeking a Senior or Executive Medical Director, Clinical Development to play a key leadership role in advancing their late-stage oncology pipeline... 
    Senior

    Meet Life Sciences

    Cambridge, MA
    4 days ago
  • $213k - $350k

     ...The Opportunity: As a Senior / Medical Director at Relay Tx, you will help advance our clinical pipeline from IND to proof of...  ...teams and will work closely with Development leadership. We are...  ...discovery teams, translational oncology, clinical operations,... 
    Senior
    Immediate start
    Remote work

    Relay Therapeutics

    Cambridge, MA
    4 days ago
  •  ...Medical Director/Senior Medical Director Boston (USA) Full-time Permanent Employee Be Part...  ...Medical Director and member of our Clinical Development team, you will support the planning...  ...MD, MD/Ph.D., in life sciences and Oncology Fellowship training is required. ~... 
    Senior
    Odd job
    Permanent employment
    Full time
    Remote work
    Relocation

    Tubulis Gmbh

    Boston, MA
    6 days ago
  • A leading oncology firm is seeking an Executive/Senior Medical Director to provide medical leadership for their KRAS G12D ON...  ...This role involves overseeing clinical trials, ensuring compliance and...  ...relevant experience in oncology drug development. Exceptional communication and... 
    Senior

    Verastem Oncology

    Boston, MA
    2 days ago
  • $289k - $397k

     ...Role Summary We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Senior Medical Director, Clinical Development to join our Clinical Development team. This critical...  ...Preferred Experience Board-certified in Medical Oncology Experience across Phases 1–3 of clinical... 
    Senior

    Deciphera Pharmaceuticals

    Waltham, MA
    24 days ago
  •  ...Job Description Job Description Senior Medical Director, Clinical Development     DynamiCure is seeking a talented, independent, and motivated...  ...partner with the VP of Clinical Development for innovative oncology development strategies, as well as a collaborator... 
    Senior
    Temporary work
    Casual work
    Work at office
    Local area
    Flexible hours

    DynamiCure Biotechnology

    Waltham, MA
    24 days ago
  • $274.5k

     ...Job Summary This position is for a Clinical Development Senior Medical Director within the atirmociclib program. This individual contributor will be...  ...degree with 5+ years of industry experience Clinical oncology experience (typically 4+ years) Preferred Qualifications... 
    Senior
    Permanent employment
    H1b
    Local area
    Visa sponsorship
    Work visa
    Relocation package
    2 days per week

    Pfizer

    Cambridge, MA
    4 days ago
  •  ...Senior Medical Director, Clinical Development (Medical Monitoring) About the Company Rapidly growing organization in the oncology & hematology industry Industry Hospital & Health Care Type Privately Held About the Role The Company is seeking a Senior... 
    Senior

    Confidential

    Boston, MA
    2 days ago
  • $284.63k

     ...GSK is seeking a highly skilled Senior Medical Director, Clinical Development, Neurodegeneration to provide clinical and scientific leadership for potential...  ...areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases - to impact health at scale... 
    Senior
    Work at office
    Local area
    2 days per week

    GSK LLP

    Waltham, MA
    2 days ago
  • $182k - $346k

     ...AbbVie Clinical Development Role AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver...  ...today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We...  ...areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products...  ...the work of Medical Directors and/or Scientific Directors... 
    Senior
    Work at office
    Immediate start
    Remote work
    Monday to Friday

    AbbVie

    Waltham, MA
    4 days ago
  • $284.25k

     ...The Senior Medical Director, Oncology Clinical Development - GU will report to the Executive Medical Director, Clinical Development Lead (CDL), Oncology Clinical Development. The Sr. Medical Director will be responsible for clinical research activities pertaining to advancing... 
    Senior
    Work at office
    Local area
    Worldwide
    2 days per week

    GSK LLP

    Waltham, MA
    4 days ago
  • $284.32k - $355.4k

     ...focused on addressing patient needs in oncology, urology, women's health, rare...  ...accelerate discovery, research, and development to bring novel therapies to patients...  ...individual for the position of Senior Medical Director, Clinical Research (Neurology) to join our R&... 
    Senior
    Worldwide
    Flexible hours

    Sumitomo Pharma

    Boston, MA
    2 days ago
  •  ...We are looking for an Executive / Senior Medical Director (level dependent on qualifications) to support our growing Clinical Development team! Reporting to the Vice President of...  ...Maintains scientific and clinical knowledge in oncology and provides input on Verastem's... 
    Senior
    Flexible hours

    Verastem

    Boston, MA
    1 day ago
  • $300k - $390k

     ...Medical Director/Senior Medical Director Cullinan Therapeutics a biopharmaceutical...  ..., which are established in oncology and are now advancing into...  ...diseases. With a clinical-stage pipeline built on a rigorous...  ...member of the clinical development team for an AML T-cell engager... 
    Senior
    Remote work
    Flexible hours

    Cullinan Therapeutics

    Cambridge, MA
    1 day ago
  • $299k - $332k

     ...therapies that address medical conditions with significant unmet needs in oncology, immunology,...  ...cell lung cancer, now in clinical trials. At the same time...  .... Job Description The Senior Medical Director will lead late-stage clinical development programs in Oncology,... 
    Senior
    Work at office
    Worldwide
    Relocation package

    Zai Lab LLC

    Cambridge, MA
    2 days ago
  • $229.8k - $381.7k

     ...technologies in therapeutic areas such as Oncology, Neurology and Fertility. Our...  ...opportunities for personal development and career advancement across...  ...Role You will provide medical leadership across rheumatology/immunology clinical development programs with scientific... 
    Senior
    Flexible hours

    Merck Group

    Billerica, MA
    3 days ago
  •  ...biopharmaceutical company is seeking a Senior Medical Director within the Hematology program in...  ...the successful candidate will lead clinical development teams and support clinical trials. This...  ..., particularly in hematology or oncology. Candidates should demonstrate strong... 
    Senior

    Pfizer Belgium

    Cambridge, MA
    1 day ago
  •  ...based client is seeking a Senior Manager, Clinical Data Management to lead end...  ...activities across our development programs. In this role, you...  ...Programming, Clinical Development, Medical Monitoring, Safety, and...  ...trials and/or programs. ~ Oncology clinical development... 
    Senior

    Stratacuity: Proven Scientific Placement

    Watertown, MA
    1 hour ago
  • $210.9k - $379.2k

     ...The Role: Moderna is seeking an experienced oncology drug developer lead Clinical Development for one or more mRNA-based precision immunotherapies. Experience...  ...Clinical Development, Oncology and will have direct medical responsibility for clinical development programs... 
    Senior
    Permanent employment
    Work at office
    Work from home

    Moderna

    Cambridge, MA
    3 days ago
  •  ...Verastem Oncology is looking for a Scientific Director, Medical Affairs to oversee initiatives related to the KRAS G12D ON/OFF inhibitor, VS-7375. You will develop medical communications, manage publications, and interact with external authors and internal collaborators... 
    Senior

    Verastem

    Boston, MA
    4 days ago
  • $230k - $281k

     ...intend to change that. We are a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical...  ...aspirations to evolve into other oncology indications with high unmet...  ...point in its clinical development, and Remix is building the team...  ...Summary: Remix is seeking a Senior Director, Clinical Operations to lead... 
    Senior
    Full time

    Remix Therapeutics

    Watertown, MA
    1 day ago
  •  ...Serm Senior Medical Director, Oncology At GSK, we have bold ambitions for patients, aiming to positively...  ...Director, Oncology, you will lead clinical safety and pharmacovigilance...  ...capabilities and supporting their development across the portfolio. Responsibilities... 
    Senior

    GSK LLP

    Waltham, MA
    2 days ago
  • $250k - $295k

     ...has the potential to revolutionize the development of small molecule therapies. We are...  ...targets focal epilepsy with additional clinical trials for neuropathic pain and bipolar...  ...as we are! Your Impact: This Medical Director role offers the opportunity to partner... 
    Senior
    Full time
    Local area
    Immediate start

    Rapport Therapeutics

    Boston, MA
    1 day ago
  •  ...Senior Director, Global Medical Affairs About Zevra Therapeutics, Inc. We are a rare disease therapeutics company leading with science...  ...care partners, and advocacy groups in all of our clinical and regulatory development strategies. With a keen understanding that drug... 
    Senior
    Local area
    Flexible hours

    Zevra Therapeutics

    Boston, MA
    4 days ago
  •  ...patients, care partners, and advocacy groups in all of our clinical and regulatory development strategies. With a keen understanding that drug...  .... We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Medical Director, Pharmacovigilance to lead global safety oversight... 
    Senior
    Local area

    Zevra Therapeutics

    Boston, MA
    8 hours ago
  •  ...Title: Senior Medical Director , Clinical Development Location: Cambridge, MA (2-4 days a week) About the Company A clinical-stage biotechnology company focused on developing innovative, first-in-class therapies for rare neuromuscular diseases. The organization... 
    Senior
    2 days per week

    Trebla Talent

    Boston, MA
    2 days ago
  • $278k - $382k

     ...About This Role The Global Medical Affairs Senior Director, Lupus will be a strategic partner providing...  ...expert medical leadership to guide development, launch planning, and support for...  ...patient outcomes. This is a late-stage clinical investigational compound co-... 
    Senior
    Temporary work
    Local area

    Biogen

    Cambridge, MA
    2 days ago
  • $274.5k

     ...Purpose This position is for a Senior Medical Director within the Hematology program...  ...responsible for supporting clinical trial(s) and lead subteams in clinical development. The successful candidate...  ...industry experience. Hematology/Oncology clinical experience in... 
    Senior
    Permanent employment
    H1b
    Local area
    Visa sponsorship
    Work visa
    Relocation package
    2 days per week

    Pfizer

    Cambridge, MA
    3 days ago
  •  ...BioSpace is looking for a Development Medical Director in Cambridge, MA. This key role requires an MD specialized in dermatology with a minimum of 3 years in the clinical or pharmaceutical industry, focusing on leading clinical development strategies. Responsibilities... 
    Senior

    BioSpace, Inc.

    Cambridge, MA
    4 days ago
  •  ...Job Description Job Description JOB TITLE: Medical Director, Oncology Dept : Clinical Development REPORTS TO: Senior Vice President, Head of Clinical Development Location : Boston, MA DATE PREPARED: March 12, 2026 JOB SUMMARY: AVEO Oncology... 

    AVEO Oncology

    Boston, MA
    28 days ago

Do you want to receive more vacancies?

Subscribe and receive similar vacancies to Senior Medical Director, Oncology Clinical Development. Be the first to apply!