Associate Scientific Director, Oncology – US Medical Affairs

Join AbbVie's oncology medical affairs team as an Associate Scientific Director based in Mettawa, Lake County. In this full-time role, you'll drive medical excellence and clinical value by partnering with healthcare professionals, translating complex scientific data into actionable insights, and advancing patient outcomes across our oncology portfolio.

About the Role

The Associate Scientific Director, Oncology – US Medical Affairs serves as a strategic scientific leader within AbbVie's medical affairs function. You will balance operational rigor with thought leadership, ensuring that healthcare provider relationships, clinical communications, and scientific initiatives consistently deliver high-impact value that supports clinical decision-making and patient care in oncology.

What You'll Do

• Engage directly with oncology healthcare professionals, institutional providers, and key opinion leaders to understand clinical needs and facilitate evidence-based discussions
• Analyze clinical trial data, real-world evidence, and scientific literature to identify therapeutic benefits and communicate value propositions effectively
• Design and execute medical education programs, scientific symposia, and communication initiatives that elevate clinical knowledge and support practitioner engagement
• Contribute strategic input to core medical affairs activities, including protocol design feedback, competitive intelligence, and scientific strategy recommendations
• Develop scientifically rigorous content for healthcare professionals while ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and industry standards
• Collaborate cross-functionally with clinical development, commercial, and regulatory teams to ensure alignment on medical messages and scientific positioning

What We're Looking For

• Advanced degree (PharmD, MD, PhD, or relevant life sciences master's) with scientific expertise in oncology or related therapeutic area
• Demonstrated experience in medical affairs, clinical research, scientific affairs, or related healthcare roles
• Strong ability to synthesize complex clinical and scientific data and communicate findings clearly to diverse audiences
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to develop compelling scientific narratives
• Professional experience engaging with healthcare professionals and key stakeholders in clinical settings
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives while maintaining scientific rigor and regulatory compliance
• Strategic mindset with strong organizational and project management capabilities

About AbbVie

AbbVie is a global, research-driven biopharmaceutical company committed to discovering and developing innovative therapies that address serious diseases. Our oncology portfolio represents a critical focus area where science meets patient impact.

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