Senior Medical Director, Oncology Early Development
AbbVie
September 09, 2026
Full-time
Remote friendly (South San Francisco, CA)
Worldwide
$400,500 - $400,500 USD yearly
Clinical Research and Development
Role: Lead the scientific and clinical development of early-phase oncology programs, providing strategic oversight of trial design, execution, and data interpretation. Responsibilities: manage clinical study integrity, oversee safety assessments, contribute to regulatory documentation, and lead cross-functional teams including Medical Affairs and Discovery. Provide clinical expertise on thoracic malignancies or T-cell engagers, participate in regulatory discussions, and ensure compliance with GCP and pharmacovigilance standards. Qualifications: MD or DO with at least 3 years of clinical trial experience, including 2+ years in industry; strong knowledge of oncology drug development, clinical trial methodology, and regulatory requirements; excellent communication skills. Preferred: subspecialty training in oncology, experience with PK/PD modeling, and international trial oversight. HighValue: early-phase (Ph I/II) oncology, biologics and targeted therapies, regulatory engagement, GxP compliance, cross-functional leadership, global trial management, and expertise in thoracic malignancies or T-cell engager modalities.