Associate Director, Aesthetics Clinical Development

About Abb Vie

Abb Vie'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 including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about Abb Vie, please visit  Follow @abbvie on Linked In, Facebook, Instagram, X and You Tube.

The Associate Director, Clinical Development will have regional and/or global responsibilities, leading the design, development, evaluation, planning, and execution of clinical studies. The role ensures scientific integrity and interpretation of study data from a clinical development program, providing medical and/or scientific direction to project teams. The position is based in Irvine, CA with a hybrid schedule of 3 days in office.

• Design, direct, execute, and interpret clinical trials and research collecting activities in support of the Product Development Plan within time, budget, and scientific principles.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to generate, deliver, report, and interpret high‑quality clinical data supporting overall product scientific and business strategy.
• Monitor adherence to protocols and ensure correct endpoint data collection.
• Oversee study enrollment, timelines, and key deliverables in coordination with Clinical Operations.
• Lead 0‑5 employees in a matrixed environment.
• Engage external experts and investigators within the therapeutic area.
• Coordinate scientific activities with internal stakeholders across Medical Affairs, Commercial, Clinical Operations, Discovery, Statistics, Regulatory, etc.
• Provide scientific education to investigators, monitors, and Global Project Team members.
• Represent Abb Vie at external meetings such as investigator meetings, scientific association meetings, partner discussions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and develop information for FDA and Global Regulatory Authorities.
• Initiate and lead research projects aligning with project plan goals, delivering high‑quality publications.
• Maintain scientific validity, integrity, and overall quality of the Clinical Development Plan and all associated clinical content.
• Act as key contact for the Clinical Trial Team on scientific and clinical development aspects of projects.
• Review clinical data, including protocol deviations.

• Advanced education (MD, DO, PhD, PharmD, or MA with relevant experience) preferred.
• Clinical Development experience required, typically 7+ years; experience with novel medical device development in Aesthetics very desirable.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements governing clinical trials and experience with registration‑track protocols leading to regulatory submission.
• Direct experience with regulatory bodies (US and Global) highly advantageous.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively in a cross‑functional setting.
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills and a demonstrated self‑starter.
• International market experience highly desirable.

• Competitive base pay with range provided; compensation may vary by location.
• Comprehensive benefits package including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k) to eligible employees.
• Participation in long‑term incentive programs.

Abb Vie 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:  US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation: