Data Science Program Lead I

Responsibilities:
- Align DSS study teams with program- and study-level strategies; lead the DSS Study Team and represent DS on cross-functional study teams.
- Serve as single point of contact and accountable operational lead from DSS; coordinate DSS study teams to meet operational objectives.
- Engage and connect global functional and cross-functional teams; influence others to achieve program and study objectives.
- Use operational analytics and project management tools to optimize execution, manage resources, track study progress, prepare status reports, and proactively identify issues affecting timelines or quality.
- Ensure adherence to federal/local regulations, GCPs, ICH guidelines, AbbVie SOPs, and functional quality standards; stay current on evolving regulations and policies.
- Participate in vendor oversight and provide feedback on study operations, issues, and performance trends.
- Coach and mentor Data Science Associates (may include indirect supervision of contract resources).
- Contribute to DSS and cross-functional innovation/process improvement; share study execution “lessons learned”.

Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, MIS, computer science, or life sciences (Master’s preferred); PMP Certification or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt desired.
- 3+ years of pharma/clinical research/data management/health care experience or 5+ years of project management experience (and/or applicable work experience).
- Strong understanding of clinical trial process and clinical technology; experience managing a clinical trial from initiation to completion preferred.
- Demonstrated leadership, ability to influence without authority, communication, and analytical skills.

Benefits:
- Paid time off; medical/dental/vision insurance; 401(k); eligible for short-term incentive programs.