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Data Science Director roles qualify as E-3 specialty occupations, requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in a quantitative field. Australian nationals can secure E-3 visa sponsorship without competing in the H-1B lottery, with no annual cap limiting availability and two-year renewals tied to continued employment.
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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
AbbVie Data Science is the best-in-class team within its cross-industry peer group and is responsible for bringing people, process, and technology together to generate business value from clinical trials data. Our operational model is exemplified through execution and innovation. This role is key to ensuring successful delivery against the program- and study-level accountabilities assigned to Data and Statistical Sciences.
Responsibilities
- Aligns DSS study teams with program- and study-level strategies. For assigned studies, leads the DSS Study Team and represents DS as a member of the cross-functional study team
- For assigned studies, acts as single point of contact and accountable operational lead from DSS. Coordinates associated DSS study teams to meet operational objectives. Engages and connects global functional and cross-functional teams
- Interacts with and influences cross-functional team members to achieve program and study objectives
- Utilizes operational analytics and project management tools to optimize execution of programs and studies, to manage internal and external resources, to track study progress, and to prepare study status reports. Anticipates and identifies issues that could affect timelines or quality and develops options and solutions
- Ensures adherence to federal regulations and applicable local regulations, Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), ICH Guidelines, AbbVie Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and to functional quality standards. Stays abreast of new and/or evolving local regulations, guidelines and policies related to clinical development
- Participates in oversight of vendors and provides feedback related to study operations, issues, and trends in performance
- Responsible for coaching and mentoring Data Science Associates. May include indirect supervision of work for contract resources
- Participates in DSS and cross-functional innovation and process improvement initiatives
- Contributes to study execution “lessons learned” across functions
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, management information systems, computer science, life sciences or equivalent. Master’s preferred. PMP Certification or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt desired
- Must have at least 3+ years of pharma / clinical research / data management / health care experience or 5+ years of project management experience (and/or applicable work experience)
- Strong understanding of clinical trial process and clinical technology. Experience in managing a clinical trial from initiation through to completion is preferred
- Demonstrated effective leadership skills
- Demonstrated ability to influence others without direct authority
- Demonstrated effective communication skills
- Demonstrated effective analytical skills
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 short-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
AbbVie Data Science is the best-in-class team within its cross-industry peer group and is responsible for bringing people, process, and technology together to generate business value from clinical trials data. Our operational model is exemplified through execution and innovation. This role is key to ensuring successful delivery against the program- and study-level accountabilities assigned to Data and Statistical Sciences.
Responsibilities
- Aligns DSS study teams with program- and study-level strategies. For assigned studies, leads the DSS Study Team and represents DS as a member of the cross-functional study team
- For assigned studies, acts as single point of contact and accountable operational lead from DSS. Coordinates associated DSS study teams to meet operational objectives. Engages and connects global functional and cross-functional teams
- Interacts with and influences cross-functional team members to achieve program and study objectives
- Utilizes operational analytics and project management tools to optimize execution of programs and studies, to manage internal and external resources, to track study progress, and to prepare study status reports. Anticipates and identifies issues that could affect timelines or quality and develops options and solutions
- Ensures adherence to federal regulations and applicable local regulations, Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), ICH Guidelines, AbbVie Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and to functional quality standards. Stays abreast of new and/or evolving local regulations, guidelines and policies related to clinical development
- Participates in oversight of vendors and provides feedback related to study operations, issues, and trends in performance
- Responsible for coaching and mentoring Data Science Associates. May include indirect supervision of work for contract resources
- Participates in DSS and cross-functional innovation and process improvement initiatives
- Contributes to study execution “lessons learned” across functions
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, management information systems, computer science, life sciences or equivalent. Master’s preferred. PMP Certification or Lean Six Sigma Green Belt desired
- Must have at least 3+ years of pharma / clinical research / data management / health care experience or 5+ years of project management experience (and/or applicable work experience)
- Strong understanding of clinical trial process and clinical technology. Experience in managing a clinical trial from initiation through to completion is preferred
- Demonstrated effective leadership skills
- Demonstrated ability to influence others without direct authority
- Demonstrated effective communication skills
- Demonstrated effective analytical skills
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 short-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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Translate your Australian credentials for U.S. employers
A three-year Australian bachelor's degree in statistics, computer science, or a related field is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for E-3 visa specialty occupation purposes. Have a credential evaluation ready before interviews begin.
Target employers with prior LCA filing history
Search DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to identify companies that have previously certified LCAs for data science roles. Prior LCA activity signals that the employer understands the E-3 process and won't stall at the sponsorship conversation.
Clarify director-level scope to satisfy specialty occupation
E-3 requires the role to theoretically and practically require a degree in a specific specialty. For Data Science Director positions, ensure the job description explicitly requires a quantitative degree, not just management experience, so the DOL certifies the LCA without complications.
Raise E-3 sponsorship early in offer negotiations
Many U.S. employers conflate E-3 with H-1B and assume a costly lottery process. Clarifying that the E-3 has no lottery, no cap, and requires only an LCA and consulate appointment removes the most common objection before it becomes a dealbreaker.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the LCA and consulate prep
Once you have a job offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end. This avoids the coordination errors that typically delay director-level filings where job duties span multiple teams or cost centers.
Account for consulate appointment timing in your start date
After your LCA is certified, you still need a Sydney, Melbourne, or Perth consulate appointment before entering the U.S. Build at least four to six weeks between offer acceptance and your proposed start date so appointment availability doesn't create a breach of your employment contract.
E-3 Visa Data Science Director: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Data Science Director jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. It filters for employers who understand the E-3 process, so you're not spending time on applications where the hiring team has never heard of the visa. Director-level data science roles appear most frequently in tech, finance, and healthcare sectors.
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.
Is a Data Science Director role considered a specialty occupation for E-3 purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific quantitative discipline such as statistics, computer science, mathematics, or data science. The job description must make that degree requirement explicit, not merely preferred. Roles framed around general management without a specific degree requirement can face LCA certification pushback from the DOL.
How does the E-3 visa compare to H-1B for a Data Science Director role?
The E-3 is available only to Australian nationals, but that exclusivity is an advantage: there's no lottery, no annual cap, and no registration fee. H-1B requires surviving a randomised lottery with roughly a 25 percent selection rate. For a director-level hire, an employer can file your E-3 LCA and proceed directly to a consulate appointment rather than waiting up to a year for an H-1B start date.
Can I change employers or roles after starting on an E-3?
Yes, but each new employer must file a fresh LCA and you'll typically need a new visa stamp if your role or employer changes materially. If you're already in the U.S., a change of employer doesn't require you to leave the country, but you must not begin work for the new employer until the new LCA is certified and your status is properly updated.