Director I, Clinical Artificial Intelligence

Summary

Join AbbVie as a Director and help identify AI solutions to enhance clinical and development performance. You will lead AI projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure alignment with R&D priorities. Responsibilities include translating clinical needs into AI solutions, managing project budgets, and fostering a high-performing team. This global remote position requires an advanced degree, 10+ years of experience in clinical development and AI, and strong leadership skills. AbbVie offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k), and short-term and long-term incentive programs.

Requirements

• Advanced degree with 10+ years of experience in clinical development, data analytics, and AI applications
• Experience leading successful AI projects in a clinical or biomedical domain
• Deep understanding of clinical trial processes and challenges, with the ability to translate these into AI solutions
• Strong background in AI, machine learning, and data science, with practical experience applying these in clinical settings
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, capable of engaging cross-functional teams
• Familiarity with regulatory environments and compliance requirements related to AI in clinical trials
• Experience managing projects with complex, multidisciplinary teams and budgets
• Demonstrated ability to innovate and drive change in a large, matrixed organization
• Proven experience in leading, mentoring, and developing direct reports, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team environment

Responsibilities

• Lead the identification, execution, implementation, adoption, and continuous improvement of AI solutions that enhance clinical trial performance, speed, quality, and efficiency
• Translate clinical and therapeutic needs into AI-driven solutions, ensuring alignment with strategic R&D priorities
• Collaborate closely with scientists, clinicians, study teams, and AI specialists to prioritize and lead AI projects
• Ensure alignment and coordination of AI initiatives with existing programs such as Convergence and Quantum Leap
• Manage resource allocation, project budgets, and deliverables to ensure substantial ROI and impactful outcomes
• Facilitate knowledge transfer and best practices in AI application within clinical trial contexts
• Stay abreast of emerging AI technologies and methodologies to inform strategic decision-making
• Act as a strategic consultant on AI integration within therapeutic areas to solve complex clinical challenges
• Influence the talent strategy within the assigned function/therapeutic area to continually enhance the digital skills and acumen of scientists and leaders to align with the Convergence data integration strategy
• Lead, mentor, and develop direct reports to foster a high-performing team environment, ensuring alignment with project goals and professional growth objectives

Benefits

• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick)
• Medical/dental/vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Short-term incentive programs
• Long-term incentive programs
• This is a global remote position