Director, AI PDS&T (Product Development, Science and Technology)

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.

Role Summary: The Director of AI – Process Development Science & Technology (PDS&T) leads AbbVie’s strategic direction for artificial intelligence initiatives across process development, scientific research, and technology functions. This role is responsible for defining and executing an integrated AI vision and strategy to drive innovation, operational excellence, and technology transformation within AbbVie’s Operations Transformation Organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement an AI strategy aligning with PDS&T’s priorities and AbbVie’s business objectives.
• Identify, evaluate, and collaborate with external partners, technology vendors, and research institutions to strengthen PDS&T’s AI capabilities.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver and scale AI solutions for process development, scientific analysis, manufacturing optimization, and technology innovation.
• Oversee governance, compliance, and ethical frameworks for AI initiatives, ensuring regulatory standards are met.
• Monitor emerging AI technologies, methodologies, and best practices relevant to process development, science, and technology management.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for AI-related projects and external collaborations within PDS&T, ensuring alignment and achievement of shared goals.
• Communicate outcomes, impact, and value of AI-driven initiatives to PDS&T and AbbVie executive leadership.
• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision-making across PDS&T.

• Advanced degree (MS/PhD) Science, Engineering, Process Development, or related field; business qualifications preferred.
• 10+ years’ experience in process development, scientific research, manufacturing, or technology functions.
• Proven track record leading large-scale, cross-functional AI initiatives in life sciences or related industries.
• Strong collaboration, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Deep business acumen and understanding of process development, scientific operations, and technology strategy.
• Excellent communication skills, able to convey complex technical concepts to diverse stakeholder groups.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with pharmaceutical process development, scientific research, or technology operations.
• Understanding of compliance frameworks (e.g., GMP, GxP) and relevant regulations for life sciences.
• Knowledge of data privacy, ethical AI principles, and risk management in PDS&T.
• Strategic mindset with ability to anticipate trends and opportunities in AI for process development, science, and technology.

Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: ​

• The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. ​

• We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.​

• This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs. ​

• This job is eligible to participate in our long-term incentive programs​

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable 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. 

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