at AbbVie
Location
North Chicago, IL, United States
Compensation
$161k–$305k USD
Type
full time
Posted
1 weeks ago
Remote
Yes
Market range · company + function + seniority
p25 · target · p75 · n=42
Posted $305k · in the market band
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The Director, Global Study Start-Up (SSU), Neuroscience is accountable for leading study start-up strategy, talent, and execution across the Neuroscience portfolio. This role oversees Study Startup Leads and drives consistent, high-quality delivery of global start-up milestones through strong talent leadership, proactive risk management, standardized and continuously improved processes, and scaled adoption of AI-enabled ways of working. The Director serves as a key business partner across Clinical Study Leadership, Regulatory, Clinical Site Management, and other stakeholders to accelerate study activation while maintaining compliance.
Also open to hiring out of AbbVie global offices in EMEA and Intercon
Responsibilities
1. Talent Leadership & Organizational Capability
2. Study Start-Up Execution & Delivery
3. Governance, Metrics & Compliance
Establish and lead SSU KPIs, dashboards, and performance reporting that drive transparency, accountability, and informed decision-making.
Translate performance data and trend insights into actionable recommendations that improve portfolio execution and operational effectiveness.
Ensure consistent adherence to corporate policies, ICH/GCP standards, and global regulatory requirements across all SSU activities.
4. Process Standardization & Continuous Improvement
Drive harmonization and standardization of SSU processes, tools, and best practices across areas.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives leveraging data, lessons learned, and benchmarking.
Embed a culture of operational excellence and efficiency across the SSU function.
5. Cross-Functional Leadership & Strategic Alignment
Partner with Clinical Study Leadership, Clinical Site Management, Regulatory, and other stakeholders to enable seamless study start-up delivery.
Influence and align cross-functional priorities, timelines, and resource strategies.
Key Stakeholders
Clinical Development, Clinical Program Development, Global Site Contracting & Purchasing and Supplier Management, Area and Affiliate Regulatory, Clinical Trial Submissions Group, Legal, Safety, OEC, Clinical Documentation Center, Global Medical Affairs
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 www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
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