Data Science Program Lead I
About The Position
AbbVie Data Science brings people, process, and technology together to generate business value from clinical trials data. The Data Science Program Lead I helps ensure successful delivery of program- and study-level accountabilities assigned to Data and Statistical Sciences (DSS). The role aligns DSS study teams with program- and study-level strategies, leads DSS study teams for assigned studies, and represents Data Science on cross-functional study teams. As the accountable operational lead and single point of contact from DSS for assigned studies, this position coordinates global functional and cross-functional teams, monitors study execution, manages resources, tracks progress, and prepares status reports. The role identifies potential timeline or quality issues and develops solutions, supports vendor oversight, and promotes compliance with applicable regulations, clinical guidelines, company procedures, and quality standards. It also includes coaching and mentoring Data Science Associates and contributing to innovation, process improvement, and lessons learned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business, management information systems, computer science, life sciences, or equivalent.
- At least 3 years of pharma, clinical research, data management, or health care experience, or at least 5 years of project management experience and/or applicable work experience.
- Strong understanding of the clinical trial process and clinical technology.
- Demonstrated effective leadership skills.
- Demonstrated ability to influence others without direct authority.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills.
- Demonstrated effective analytical skills.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree preferred.
- PMP Certification or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt desired.
- Experience managing a clinical trial from initiation through completion preferred.
Responsibilities
- Align DSS study teams with program- and study-level strategies.
- Lead the DSS Study Team for assigned studies and represent Data Science as a member of the cross-functional study team.
- Serve as the single point of contact and accountable operational lead from DSS for assigned studies.
- Coordinate associated DSS study teams to meet operational objectives and connect global functional and cross-functional teams.
- Interact with and influence cross-functional team members to achieve program and study objectives.
- Use operational analytics and project management tools to optimize execution, manage internal and external resources, track study progress, and prepare status reports.
- Anticipate and identify issues that could affect timelines or quality, and develop options and solutions.
- Ensure adherence to federal and applicable local regulations, Good Clinical Practices, ICH Guidelines, AbbVie Standard Operating Procedures, and functional quality standards.
- Stay current with new or evolving local regulations, guidelines, and policies related to clinical development.
- Participate in vendor oversight and provide feedback on study operations, issues, and performance trends.
- Coach and mentor Data Science Associates; this may include indirect supervision of contract resources.
- Participate in DSS and cross-functional innovation and process improvement initiatives.
- Contribute to study execution lessons learned across functions.
Benefits
- Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick time.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
- 401(k) for eligible employees.
- Participation in short-term incentive programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
