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Data Strategy Lead roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in data science, computer science, or a related analytical field. Australian professionals can secure employer-sponsored positions without competing in the H-1B lottery, with two-year renewable status and no annual cap to worry about.
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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
Purpose:
The Clinical Data Strategy and Operations (CDSO) Data Strategy Lead serves as the study start-up domain expert and key strategic partner to the clinical study team, owning all data-related study start-up deliverables from protocol development through system design and go-live. The role leads cross-functional collaboration to ensure data strategies, standards, and technologies are consistently embedded into clinical plans, while translating complex data and technology concepts into actionable decisions for the study team. Through strong project management, risk oversight, and continuous process optimization, the Data Strategy Lead is key to ensuring successful clinical trial technology delivery.
Responsibilities:
- Serves as the CDSO study start-up subject matter expert and single point of contact for assigned studies, owning all data-related start-up deliverables from protocol development through system go-live.
- Leads data management study start-up end-to-end, partnering both within CDSO and across the study team to enable on-time study start. Leverages operational analytics and project management tools to optimize execution, track progress, and escalate and resolve issues affecting timelines or quality.
- Ensures consistency in data strategy, standards, CRFs, and surveillance approaches across studies and therapeutic area(s). Translates complex data, technology, and standards concepts into clear, decision-ready guidance for study teams.
- Drives the pull-through of critical-to-quality factors and data criticality assessments, ensuring they are translated and implemented into downstream data systems.
- Ensures adherence to federal and applicable local regulations, Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), ICH Guidelines, AbbVie SOPs, and functional quality standards; stays abreast of evolving guidance.
- Influences without direct authority, using data and evidence to drive aligned, mutually beneficial outcomes for AbbVie.
- Leads CDSO innovation and process improvement initiatives and participates in cross-functional initiatives.
- Responsible for coaching and mentoring team members.
This role is a hybrid role with 3 days a week onsite.
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 6+ years of pharma / clinical research / data management / health care experience or 8+ years of project management experience (and / or applicable work experience).
- In-depth understanding of clinical trial processes and clinical technology. Management of a clinical trial from initiation through to completion in a lead role is preferred.
- Demonstrated performance as a functional leader.
- Demonstrated ability to influence others without direct authority.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully coach / mentor in a matrix environment.
- 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 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
Purpose:
The Clinical Data Strategy and Operations (CDSO) Data Strategy Lead serves as the study start-up domain expert and key strategic partner to the clinical study team, owning all data-related study start-up deliverables from protocol development through system design and go-live. The role leads cross-functional collaboration to ensure data strategies, standards, and technologies are consistently embedded into clinical plans, while translating complex data and technology concepts into actionable decisions for the study team. Through strong project management, risk oversight, and continuous process optimization, the Data Strategy Lead is key to ensuring successful clinical trial technology delivery.
Responsibilities:
- Serves as the CDSO study start-up subject matter expert and single point of contact for assigned studies, owning all data-related start-up deliverables from protocol development through system go-live.
- Leads data management study start-up end-to-end, partnering both within CDSO and across the study team to enable on-time study start. Leverages operational analytics and project management tools to optimize execution, track progress, and escalate and resolve issues affecting timelines or quality.
- Ensures consistency in data strategy, standards, CRFs, and surveillance approaches across studies and therapeutic area(s). Translates complex data, technology, and standards concepts into clear, decision-ready guidance for study teams.
- Drives the pull-through of critical-to-quality factors and data criticality assessments, ensuring they are translated and implemented into downstream data systems.
- Ensures adherence to federal and applicable local regulations, Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), ICH Guidelines, AbbVie SOPs, and functional quality standards; stays abreast of evolving guidance.
- Influences without direct authority, using data and evidence to drive aligned, mutually beneficial outcomes for AbbVie.
- Leads CDSO innovation and process improvement initiatives and participates in cross-functional initiatives.
- Responsible for coaching and mentoring team members.
This role is a hybrid role with 3 days a week onsite.
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 6+ years of pharma / clinical research / data management / health care experience or 8+ years of project management experience (and / or applicable work experience).
- In-depth understanding of clinical trial processes and clinical technology. Management of a clinical trial from initiation through to completion in a lead role is preferred.
- Demonstrated performance as a functional leader.
- Demonstrated ability to influence others without direct authority.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully coach / mentor in a matrix environment.
- 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 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 in Data Strategy Lead
Align your credentials to U.S. specialty occupation standards
Your Australian bachelor's degree is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree, but your transcript should clearly show quantitative coursework. If your degree title is non-standard, get a credential evaluation before applying.
Target employers with active data governance programs
Data Strategy Lead roles are most defensible as specialty occupations at companies with formal data governance or analytics functions. Financial services, healthcare, and enterprise SaaS firms routinely sponsor these roles because the degree requirement is well-established.
Search specifically for E-3 sponsorship on Migrate Mate
Most job boards don't filter by visa type. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with E-3 visa sponsorship history for data and strategy roles, so you're not wasting outreach on companies that don't sponsor Australians.
Confirm the LCA wage level matches your offered title
The DOL's Labor Condition Application requires your offered salary to meet the prevailing wage for the specific job title and location. A mismatch between your role's actual duties and the posted SOC code can delay LCA certification.
Address dual intent proactively during offer negotiations
The E-3 is a nonimmigrant visa, so consular officers assess whether you intend to return to Australia. If your employer is also exploring permanent residency pathways, keep that conversation separate from your E-3 application documentation.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the full process
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA filing, visa paperwork, and consulate preparation. Errors in the LCA or DS-160 are the most common cause of delays for data roles with complex job descriptions.
E-3 Visa Data Strategy Lead: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Data Strategy Lead jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Data Strategy Lead roles filtered by E-3 sponsorship. Standard job boards don't distinguish between employers willing to sponsor Australians on an E-3 and those who only file H-1B petitions. Migrate Mate identifies employers with relevant sponsorship history so you can focus outreach on companies already set up to hire Australian nationals.
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 Data Strategy Lead role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, in most cases. The E-3 requires the position to qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning it normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Data Strategy Lead roles that involve advanced analytics, data governance, or enterprise data architecture consistently meet this standard. The risk increases if the job description is vague or lists a degree as preferred rather than required.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Data Strategy Lead roles?
The E-3 has no lottery, no annual numerical cap, and can be filed any time of year, which is a significant practical advantage over the H-1B for Australians. Processing follows the same LCA-then-consulate sequence, but you're not subject to the H-1B cap of 85,000 slots or the lottery selection process. Employers who have only filed H-1B petitions can still sponsor you on an E-3 with minimal additional setup.
What happens to my E-3 status if my Data Strategy Lead role changes scope significantly?
A material change in your job duties, title, or work location requires your employer to file an amended LCA with the DOL. If the change is significant enough to alter the specialty occupation classification or the prevailing wage determination, your employer needs to act before the change takes effect. You don't need to return to Australia, but continuing to work under a misaligned LCA creates a compliance risk for both you and your employer.