Director, Clinical Pharmacology
AbbVie
August 28, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (South San Francisco, CA)
Worldwide
$305,000 - $305,000 USD yearly
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Lead Clinical Pharmacology functions, providing strategic direction and scientific expertise to support drug development at AbbVie. Objectives include leading PK/PD activities for multiple projects, influencing clinical and regulatory decisions, and ensuring alignment with business goals. Responsibilities encompass managing clinical pharmacology studies, evaluating technical data, reviewing protocols and reports for regulatory filings, and representing pharmacology in business development and regulatory interactions. The role involves risk assessments, process improvements, and potential team management. Qualifications: PhD (7+ years experience) or PharmD (9+ years) with extensive knowledge in PK, PBPK, PK-PD, or systems pharmacology, across various development phases. Demonstrated leadership in pharmacometric activities, project management, and cross-functional collaboration are essential. Preferred skills include experience with multiple therapeutic areas and regulatory processes. High-value specifics: focus on drug development strategy, regulatory submissions, and cross-disciplinary coordination within biopharma's clinical pharmacology landscape. Location: not specified; likely hybrid or remote with leadership responsibilities.