Associate Director, Data Science and AI

Summary

Join AbbVie as an Associate Director, Data Science and AI, leading the development and implementation of cutting-edge data-driven solutions using AI and machine learning to enhance GAMA medical initiatives. You will drive AI-based scientific innovations, manage GAMA technology projects, and optimize operational excellence. This role requires a strong scientific/medical or technology background, experience with digital and AI/ML tools in medical affairs, and excellent communication and project management skills. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior leadership. AbbVie offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k). The role also includes participation in short-term and long-term incentive programs.

Requirements

• Master’s degree preferred with 6+ years of combined experience required in related area emphasizing creative and strategic mindset, experience in Medical Affairs preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience related to the implementation of Digital and AI/ML tools/technologies within the medical affairs space
• Strong scientific/medical or technology background and the ability to critically review and analyze the Medical Affairs industry
• Excellence-focused with strong project management skills and a proven track record of delivering high-quality projects while meeting timelines
• Ability to navigate and be successful in a fast-paced, highly-matrixed work environment
• Excellent written, oral, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex AI concepts and information to cross-functional teams and senior business executives
• Ability to quickly build rapport and credibility with key internal and external stakeholders through strong interpersonal skills, experience working with BTS and IT teams preferred
• Ability to convey technology information effectively and interact and communicate effectively with senior executive teams
• Proven experience as Data Analyst or Data Scientist
• Hands-on experience with data science and data visualization tools
• Ability to think creatively and conceptually
• Advanced PowerPoint and design skills
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with a proven ability/track record to effectively present to audiences of varying levels
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize workload, multi-task, and manage a diverse mix of issues, responsibilities, and challenges
• Strong analytical, problem resolution, and organizational skills
• Detail-oriented
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well in a matrixed organization
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and interface in a dynamic and fast-paced environment across departments
• Ability to travel: 25%

Responsibilities

• Define and own the standard of excellence for data science, digital strategy and innovation, and AI
• Lead the GAMA Advanced Analytics Program, defining and developing global reporting business requirements for Field Medical systems (i.e. CRM)
• Implement key metrics/KPIs to quantify and communicate Field Medical performance and impact
• Continually evolve and advance Field Medical AI capabilities to ensure high-quality and impactful insights
• Ensure systems facilitate engagement planning, data sharing, scientific interaction documentation, and accurate reporting and auditing
• Lead the Digital/AI transformation within GAMA, serving as the end-to-end program lead and drive a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, challenging and improving established best practices for large-scale strategic programs
• Inspire solutions, action, and execution to enable data-driven closed-loop execution leveraging data, advanced analytics, and AI to improve operational efficiency
• Inform medical AI strategies by staying abreast of external trends and technologies and evaluating and adopting new emerging technologies, tools, and methodologies that enhance capabilities for Medical Affairs
• Maintain a deep understanding of regulatory and compliance standards and operate within the data and AI governance framework ensuring field medical operating model remains compliant
• Effectively communicate and deliver relevant and clear data reports, AI insights and results to various audiences, including senior leadership and cross-functional partners
• Effectively collaborate with multiple cross-functional teams and serve as the bridge between Business Technology Solutions (BTS), R&D, GAMA, vendors, etc to drive operational excellence and process optimization

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree
• Experience in Medical Affairs
• Experience working with BTS and IT teams

Benefits

• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick)
• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Short-term incentive programs
• Long-term incentive programs