Scientific Director, Medical Affairs - Hematology, Blastic Plasmacytoid Dendritic Cell Neoplasm

Company: AbbVie
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: February 20, 2026

Job Description:

Company Description 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 immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com . Follow @abbvie on X , Facebook , Instagram , YouTube , LinkedIn and Tik Tok . Job Description The Medical Affairs organization provides patients, healthcare providers, and payers everywhere with the practical and clinically relevant information and solutions they need to use AbbVie products safely and effectively, throughout the product lifecycle and the patients journey. The Scientific Director provides specialist medical and scientific strategic and operational input into core Medical Affairs activities for AbbVies Hematology portfolio in support of asset launch and executional excellence, such as: Lead external stakeholder interactions (Payers, Patients, Prescribers, and Providers), directly generating scientific insights or through coordinated efforts with field teams; lead evidence generation (clinical, IIS, secondary analyses, real-world evidence) to enhance understanding of therapeutic benefit and value; Drives scientific communication and educational initiatives internally and externally (medical education, data, guidelines and value proposition). Works closely with Commercial teams to provide strategic medical input into core brand (product) strategies, and to support medical/marketing activities (promotional material generation/product launches) and market access. Executes deliverables relevant to both early and late-stage development program including leading or contributing to: comprehensive gap assessment and development of integrated evidence plans, and development of Scientific Communication Platform. This position can be based at our Mettawa, IL (headquarters), Florham Park, NJ, or San Francisco, CA locations and will follow a hybrid schedule of Tuesdays-Thursdays in office. Key Responsibilities: In collaboration with Global Medical teams, Clinical Development, Commercial, Market Access, Regulatory, HEOR and other functional areas, provides leadership and support for assigned indications/projects. Works closely with Brand Teams and relevant cross-functional, area/affiliate medical teams, to provide strategic input into core asset strategy, and is responsible for executing medical launch activities for Blastic Plasmacytoid Dendritic Cell Neoplasm (BPDCN). Conducts promotional review and assists in the development of scientifically accurate marketing materials, medical education programs, advisories, and symposia. Serves as Medical expert for internal and external stakeholders regarding asset clinical profile, value, and appropriate use in BPDCN, and provides Medical review for cross-functional deliverables, ensuring compliance and scientific accuracy. Develops innovative research concepts, generates evidence, and drives execution of scientific communication plans, including high-quality publications, presentations, and educational programs. Engages and cultivates relationships with key opinion leaders, scientific advisors, and advocacy groups within the BPDCN community. Monitors the evolving BPDCN landscape to inform business decisions and anticipate future needs. Leads the development and execution of advisory boards. May lead delivery of medical functional plan, brand plan, and/or integrated evidence plan. Qualifications Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, or equivalent) required; Additional post doctorate experience highly preferred. Significant experience (minimum 7-10 years) in the pharmaceutical industry or equivalent, with demonstrated clinical trial or medical affairs experience. Minimum 4 years of clinical trials experience in the pharmaceutical industry or academia or equivalent. Knowledge of clinical trial methodology, data analysis and interpretation, regulatory requirements governing clinical trials and experience in development strategy and the design of protocols. Deep understanding of hematologic malignancies; experience in rare diseases, BPDCN, or related fields a strong plus. Proven strategic leadership, influencing, and collaboration skills in cross-functional environments. Ability to interact externally and internally to support global business strategy. Expertise in evidence generation, scientific communication, and health economics/outcomes research. Must possess excellent presentation, organizational, and written/oral communication skills. Additional Information Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state orlocal law: The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Companybelieves ingood faith it will pay for this role at the timeof this posting based on the job grade for this position.Individualcompensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, andwemay ultimatelypay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in thefuture. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick),medical/dental/visioninsurance and 401(k) to eligibleemployees. This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentiveprograms. Note: No amount of payis considered to bewages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, anddeterminable.The amount and availability of any bonus,commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form ofcompensation and benefitsthat are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole andabsolutediscretion unless and until paid andmay be modified at the Companys sole and absolute discretion, consistent withapplicable law. AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html

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