Director, Search & Evaluation Project Management - Neuroscience

Role: Director of Search & Evaluation (S&E) Project Management in Neuroscience, supporting global business development by executing strategic asset searches, due diligence, and partner assessments. Responsibilities: coordinate cross-functional diligence activities, lead external/internal discussions, manage risks across deal portfolios, and facilitate governance processes. Collaborate closely with TA Leads and S&E operations, ensuring seamless execution of neuroscience-related research collaborations, licensing, investments, and acquisitions. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degrees (PhD, MBA, PharmD) preferred. Minimum 8+ years in pharma with 5-7+ years in drug development or business development, ideally within neuroscience. Strong scientific expertise in key therapeutic areas, experience managing partnerships and diligence processes, and excellent strategic, leadership, and communication skills. HighValue: neuroscience, drug discovery, research collaborations, licensing, diligence, governance, cross-functional leadership. WorkSetup: hybrid role requiring at least three days onsite at AbbVie offices.