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About AbbVie
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 including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description
The Director of Program, Partnership and Clinical Management is responsible for leading a global team composed of two groups: Program and Partnership Managers, and Clinical Systems Managers.
The Program and Partnership Managers lead cross-functional teams across Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Marketing, Operations, Human Factors, Project Management, and external partners to execute a portfolio of projects focused on delivery system constituent parts of combination products.
The Clinical Systems Managers lead cross-functional teams in defining strategy and executing the implementation of devices, including combination products and aesthetics devices, into AbbVie clinical programs. This includes devices, primary packaging, accessories, secondary packaging, instructions for use, and labeling.
The Director ensures that strategies and plans for assigned programs align with patient and customer needs as well as the business objectives of the PPDST and Asset teams. The Director reports to the Vice President of Device and Combination Products Development.
Responsibilities:
- Providing leadership that promotes inter-site collaboration and consistency
- Establishing clear leadership expectations to ensure all Project Management Leads provide:
- Leadership of a portfolio of device and combination product development projects
- Tactical and strategic management of external device partners, including serving as a key interface, managing the governance process, and evaluating potential future partners
- Effective representation of the R&D organization to cross-functional leadership through timely and clear communication
- Effective use of meetings by defining objectives, preparing agendas, identifying the appropriate participants, and publishing minutes and action items
- Establishing clear leadership expectations to ensure all Clinical Support Leads provide:
- A strategic structure for the DCPD Clinical Management organization, including development and leadership of a global team
- Defined clinical roles and responsibilities across the team and the broader organization
- An intake process for DCPD clinical management to track programs from initiation through completion
- Close partnership with the DCPD leadership team to identify clinical management needs and drive excellence across the organization
- Maintaining accountability for compliance with applicable policies and procedures
- Managing device financial planning, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning for DCPD expenses, and ensuring project-level expenses are appropriately budgeted and forecasted
Management of External Partners:
The Director ensures that Program Managers effectively manage relationships and performance with key external device development partners. A strong and efficient partner governance process should be defined and implemented, including key interface definition, meeting cadence, schedule performance monitoring, project scope and change control, issue escalation, and financial tracking.
Program risks must be identified and mitigated throughout the partner lifecycle. The Director also ensures timely and effective communication of partner performance to the broader AbbVie organization, as needed. In addition, the Director works with the AbbVie contracts team and external partners to define and track performance against the Statement of Work. The Director is responsible for providing accurate and timely cost estimates to support budgeting and forecasting.
Functional Management:
The Director directly manages a global group of Project Managers through effective delegation of responsibilities, support for professional development, and timely, actionable performance feedback. This role also emphasizes continuous improvement in the team’s project and program management capabilities, as well as product development-related processes.
Impact on AbbVie:
This role has broad influence on the development and launch of AbbVie assets when a device or combination product delivery system is required. These systems are often technically complex, involve multiple subsystems, interface directly with the patient, and must meet global requirements. External partner management is typically required.
The Director must represent the R&D function to cross-functional leadership through effective communication, strong influence, and sound judgment.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field required
- Master’s degree in Engineering or Business Administration preferred
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred, but not required
- 15+ years of experience in the medical device and/or pharmaceutical industry, with demonstrated success in developing and launching combination products
- Experience managing external partnerships in the pharmaceutical and/or device environment
- Broad experience in design controls, human factors studies, design verification/validation, and usability studies
- Proven leadership of technical professionals and cross-functional teams, with a focus on commercialization, equipment selection, and build and qualification of delivery systems
- Strong experience initiating, selecting, coordinating, and managing projects, with the ability to solve complex and unique problems
- Strong conflict resolution skills, including persuasive management techniques
- Effective communication and people management skills
- Ability to ensure timely execution of incoming reportable device combination product events in compliance with global regulations
- Relevant experience in the pharmaceutical product development lifecycle and/or device design history file, project management, and product development
- Experience with on-body delivery systems, auto-injectors, pumps, and pre-filled syringes, as well as smart packaging design, preferred but not required
- Strong working knowledge and application of GMP principles, concepts, practices, and standards, as well as relevant regulatory requirements for commercialization in global markets, including the United States, Europe, Asia, and Latin America
- Ability to travel up to 25% to support communication across AbbVie sites and third-party suppliers
Additional Information
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 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.
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
Company Description
About AbbVie
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 including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.
Job Description
The Director of Program, Partnership and Clinical Management is responsible for leading a global team composed of two groups: Program and Partnership Managers, and Clinical Systems Managers.
The Program and Partnership Managers lead cross-functional teams across Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Marketing, Operations, Human Factors, Project Management, and external partners to execute a portfolio of projects focused on delivery system constituent parts of combination products.
The Clinical Systems Managers lead cross-functional teams in defining strategy and executing the implementation of devices, including combination products and aesthetics devices, into AbbVie clinical programs. This includes devices, primary packaging, accessories, secondary packaging, instructions for use, and labeling.
The Director ensures that strategies and plans for assigned programs align with patient and customer needs as well as the business objectives of the PPDST and Asset teams. The Director reports to the Vice President of Device and Combination Products Development.
Responsibilities:
- Providing leadership that promotes inter-site collaboration and consistency
- Establishing clear leadership expectations to ensure all Project Management Leads provide:
- Leadership of a portfolio of device and combination product development projects
- Tactical and strategic management of external device partners, including serving as a key interface, managing the governance process, and evaluating potential future partners
- Effective representation of the R&D organization to cross-functional leadership through timely and clear communication
- Effective use of meetings by defining objectives, preparing agendas, identifying the appropriate participants, and publishing minutes and action items
- Establishing clear leadership expectations to ensure all Clinical Support Leads provide:
- A strategic structure for the DCPD Clinical Management organization, including development and leadership of a global team
- Defined clinical roles and responsibilities across the team and the broader organization
- An intake process for DCPD clinical management to track programs from initiation through completion
- Close partnership with the DCPD leadership team to identify clinical management needs and drive excellence across the organization
- Maintaining accountability for compliance with applicable policies and procedures
- Managing device financial planning, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning for DCPD expenses, and ensuring project-level expenses are appropriately budgeted and forecasted
Management of External Partners:
The Director ensures that Program Managers effectively manage relationships and performance with key external device development partners. A strong and efficient partner governance process should be defined and implemented, including key interface definition, meeting cadence, schedule performance monitoring, project scope and change control, issue escalation, and financial tracking.
Program risks must be identified and mitigated throughout the partner lifecycle. The Director also ensures timely and effective communication of partner performance to the broader AbbVie organization, as needed. In addition, the Director works with the AbbVie contracts team and external partners to define and track performance against the Statement of Work. The Director is responsible for providing accurate and timely cost estimates to support budgeting and forecasting.
Functional Management:
The Director directly manages a global group of Project Managers through effective delegation of responsibilities, support for professional development, and timely, actionable performance feedback. This role also emphasizes continuous improvement in the team’s project and program management capabilities, as well as product development-related processes.
Impact on AbbVie:
This role has broad influence on the development and launch of AbbVie assets when a device or combination product delivery system is required. These systems are often technically complex, involve multiple subsystems, interface directly with the patient, and must meet global requirements. External partner management is typically required.
The Director must represent the R&D function to cross-functional leadership through effective communication, strong influence, and sound judgment.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field required
- Master’s degree in Engineering or Business Administration preferred
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred, but not required
- 15+ years of experience in the medical device and/or pharmaceutical industry, with demonstrated success in developing and launching combination products
- Experience managing external partnerships in the pharmaceutical and/or device environment
- Broad experience in design controls, human factors studies, design verification/validation, and usability studies
- Proven leadership of technical professionals and cross-functional teams, with a focus on commercialization, equipment selection, and build and qualification of delivery systems
- Strong experience initiating, selecting, coordinating, and managing projects, with the ability to solve complex and unique problems
- Strong conflict resolution skills, including persuasive management techniques
- Effective communication and people management skills
- Ability to ensure timely execution of incoming reportable device combination product events in compliance with global regulations
- Relevant experience in the pharmaceutical product development lifecycle and/or device design history file, project management, and product development
- Experience with on-body delivery systems, auto-injectors, pumps, and pre-filled syringes, as well as smart packaging design, preferred but not required
- Strong working knowledge and application of GMP principles, concepts, practices, and standards, as well as relevant regulatory requirements for commercialization in global markets, including the United States, Europe, Asia, and Latin America
- Ability to travel up to 25% to support communication across AbbVie sites and third-party suppliers
Additional Information
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 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.
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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Clinical Partner
Get your credentials assessed before applying
U.S. hospitals require Australian nursing qualifications to be evaluated by a recognized credentialing body like CGFNS before they'll sponsor an E-3. Start this process early, assessment delays are the most common bottleneck for clinical candidates.
Target health systems with established LCA histories
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to identify hospital networks that have filed Labor Condition Applications for clinical roles. Prior LCA filings signal that HR and legal teams already understand the E-3 process.
Frame your role as a specialty occupation explicitly
Clinical Partner titles vary widely across U.S. hospitals, so your offer letter must state that the position requires a specific bachelor's degree. Vague job descriptions can trigger USCIS scrutiny even when the underlying role clearly qualifies.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for LCA and consulate prep
The LCA must be certified by DOL before your visa appointment, and clinical roles often require additional documentation to establish specialty occupation status. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the entire process from offer to consulate appointment.
Confirm NCLEX endorsement requirements by state
Your Australian registration doesn't automatically transfer. The state where you'll work determines NCLEX requirements and licensure timelines, which directly affects when your employer can set your start date and file your LCA.
Negotiate your start date around consulate appointment availability
E-3 visas are processed at U.S. consulates in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth, with wait times that fluctuate seasonally. Build at least six to eight weeks between your signed offer and your first day to avoid start-date renegotiation.
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Find Clinical Partner JobsClinical Partner E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Clinical Partner jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles that include E-3 visa sponsorship. You can filter by job title, location, and employer sponsorship history to find Clinical Partner positions where the hiring team already understands the E-3 process, cutting out the back-and-forth with employers unfamiliar with the visa.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Clinical Partner role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the employer's position description requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific clinical field such as nursing, health sciences, or a related discipline. The E-3 specialty occupation standard mirrors the H-1B definition, the degree requirement must be tied to the role itself, not just preferred. Roles that accept any degree field typically don't qualify.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Clinical Partner roles?
The E-3 has a significant structural advantage: there's no lottery. H-1B applicants in clinical roles face the same random selection process as everyone else, with roughly a one-in-four chance of selection in recent years. The E-3 has a 10,500 annual cap that has never been reached, so if your employer files a certified LCA and your consulate interview goes smoothly, the visa is yours without any lottery risk.
Can I switch employers on an E-3 while working as a Clinical Partner?
Yes, but your new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL before you start. The E-3 is employer-specific, so you can't simply transfer it. Your new hospital needs to certify the prevailing wage for your role and location. There's no formal portability provision like the H-1B's AC21, so plan for a gap of several weeks between your last day and starting with the new employer.
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