Senior Scientific Director – Oncology Clinical Development (NHL & Leukemia)

Job overview

The Senior Scientific Director – Oncology Clinical Development (NHL & Leukemia) role is onsite in North Chicago, IL. Compensation is not specified. AbbVie’s mission is to discover and deliver medicines and solutions for serious health issues, including in oncology. The director leads the scientific direction and execution of clinical development programs, ensuring high-quality clinical data supports product strategy. The role guides study design and interpretation, coordinates cross-functional teams, and supports regulatory, safety, and quality requirements throughout development.

What you'll do

• Lead design and implementation of clinical development programs
• oversee clinical study teams and study integrity as applicable
• review and communicate safety and efficacy data
• own scientific content for protocols, investigator brochures, clinical study reports, regulatory submissions, and related documents
• coordinate with internal stakeholders and external opinion leaders
• support clinical development plans and regulatory discussions
• ensure adherence to Good Clinical Practices, pharmacovigilance standards, and quality requirements.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior scientific director

oncology

clinical development

nhl

leukemia

north chicago il

abbvie

clinical trials

drug development

regulatory compliance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and eligibility for long-term incentive programs.

Why this role

Requires a bachelor’s degree in the sciences and at least eight years of relevant pharmaceutical clinical-trial experience; an advanced degree is preferred. The role may lead study teams, oversee other scientific directors or direct reports, and represent AbbVie at external meetings as program needs require.

About the employer

AbbVie is hiring for this role. Industry: Pharmaceutical Preparation Manufacturing. Sector: 32.