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Project Director roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship when employers file PERM labor certification with the DOL, documenting that no qualified U.S. worker is available. Most Project Director positions satisfy EB-2's advanced-degree requirement, making direct I-140 filing possible for candidates with a master's degree or equivalent credentials.
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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 Search and Evaluation (S&E) group actively supports the global Business Development goals by executing on strategic opportunities from academic institutions, biotech/pharma companies and venture firms for potential research collaborations, in-licensing/out-licensing assets, venture investments, and company acquisitions. The group is responsible for leading the global search efforts for assets of high strategic value aligning with the needs of AbbVie Research & Development organization’s pipeline goals, and conducting thorough technical due diligence to ensure an in-depth understanding of the science behind each of those opportunities. As a Director of S&E Project Management Neuroscience, your role is to ensure seamless cross functional execution of our Therapeutic Area (TA) aligned strategies in partnership with S&E TA Leads and team.
Responsibilities:
- Actively supports the Search and Evaluation lead for all active diligences.
- Serves as a core member of the Search and Evaluation team and coordinates activities and deliverables.
- Actively contributes to cross-functional discussions from both a program management and strategic perspective.
- Leads and coordinates the cross-functional diligences with external partners and internal subject matter experts.
- Proactively identifies, communicates, and manages risks across the deal portfolio.
- Drives cross-functional alignment and structures discussions to enable effective decision-making.
- Monitors and assesses team performance; shares learnings to drive consistency across the portfolio.
- Ensures smooth navigation of governance processes and effective use of each forum for deal progression.
- Works closely with S&E operations on all aspects of the external partnering events scheduling.
Qualifications
- Bachelors or equivalent degree required. Advanced degree (PhD, MBA, PharmD) preferred.
- Minimum years of experience - 8+ with Bachelors, 6+ with Masters and 4+ with PhD.
- 5-7+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry in drug development, business development, or related areas.
- Experience in Neuroscience research, strategy, or diligence preferred but not required.
- Strong scientific expertise in one or more of AbbVie’s key therapeutic areas, should have worked as key scientific member on drug development projects.
- Experience managing partnering/diligence processes and governance for deal approvals.
- Strong strategic thinking, leadership, and communication skills.
- Knowledge of program management practices in business development and Search and Evaluation.
- This is a hybrid role requiring at least three (3) days onsite in the AbbVie offices.
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 Search and Evaluation (S&E) group actively supports the global Business Development goals by executing on strategic opportunities from academic institutions, biotech/pharma companies and venture firms for potential research collaborations, in-licensing/out-licensing assets, venture investments, and company acquisitions. The group is responsible for leading the global search efforts for assets of high strategic value aligning with the needs of AbbVie Research & Development organization’s pipeline goals, and conducting thorough technical due diligence to ensure an in-depth understanding of the science behind each of those opportunities. As a Director of S&E Project Management Neuroscience, your role is to ensure seamless cross functional execution of our Therapeutic Area (TA) aligned strategies in partnership with S&E TA Leads and team.
Responsibilities:
- Actively supports the Search and Evaluation lead for all active diligences.
- Serves as a core member of the Search and Evaluation team and coordinates activities and deliverables.
- Actively contributes to cross-functional discussions from both a program management and strategic perspective.
- Leads and coordinates the cross-functional diligences with external partners and internal subject matter experts.
- Proactively identifies, communicates, and manages risks across the deal portfolio.
- Drives cross-functional alignment and structures discussions to enable effective decision-making.
- Monitors and assesses team performance; shares learnings to drive consistency across the portfolio.
- Ensures smooth navigation of governance processes and effective use of each forum for deal progression.
- Works closely with S&E operations on all aspects of the external partnering events scheduling.
Qualifications
- Bachelors or equivalent degree required. Advanced degree (PhD, MBA, PharmD) preferred.
- Minimum years of experience - 8+ with Bachelors, 6+ with Masters and 4+ with PhD.
- 5-7+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry in drug development, business development, or related areas.
- Experience in Neuroscience research, strategy, or diligence preferred but not required.
- Strong scientific expertise in one or more of AbbVie’s key therapeutic areas, should have worked as key scientific member on drug development projects.
- Experience managing partnering/diligence processes and governance for deal approvals.
- Strong strategic thinking, leadership, and communication skills.
- Knowledge of program management practices in business development and Search and Evaluation.
- This is a hybrid role requiring at least three (3) days onsite in the AbbVie offices.
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 Green Card Sponsorship in Project Director
Document your credentials before applying abroad
PERM requires your employer to verify your education and experience meet the job's minimum requirements. Gather official transcripts, degree equivalency evaluations, and employment verification letters before you start your search so the process doesn't stall later.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Not every company that hires project directors will sponsor green cards. Search OFLC public disclosure data to identify firms that have filed PERM applications for management and construction oversight roles in recent fiscal years.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 with your prospective employer
Project Director roles often qualify under both categories. EB-2 can skip PERM via a National Interest Waiver for self-petition, while EB-3 requires PERM but works well if your degree is a bachelor's. Your employer's attorney will need to decide which path matches your credentials and their timeline.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers quickly
Migrate Mate filters job listings by green card sponsorship history, so you can focus on Project Director openings at companies already familiar with PERM. That targeting saves weeks of outreach to employers who lack sponsorship infrastructure.
Negotiate the PERM filing timeline before you accept an offer
PERM processing at DOL currently runs several months before your employer can file the I-140. Ask during offer negotiations when the company plans to initiate PERM, since delays in starting the labor certification directly push back your priority date and green card timeline.
Confirm your role qualifies as a specialty occupation under EB-2
USCIS evaluates whether a Project Director position normally requires an advanced degree, not just whether your background is strong. Review the O*NET profile for your specific industry sector, since construction, IT, and healthcare project directors may face different evidentiary standards during adjudication.
Green Card Project Director: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Director role typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Project Director positions qualify for EB-2 because the role routinely requires a master's degree or a bachelor's degree plus substantial progressive experience. Employers in construction, technology, and healthcare regularly use EB-2 for this title. EB-3 is available when the stated minimum requirement is a bachelor's degree, giving employers flexibility depending on how the job description is written for PERM purposes.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for Project Directors?
H-1B visa is a temporary status requiring renewal and subject to the annual cap lottery. Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency with no renewals and no cap concerns at the EB-3 level for most countries outside India and China. The PERM process also locks in a priority date, which determines your place in the green card queue and protects your position even if you change employers after 180 days under AC21 portability.
How long does the PERM and green card process take for a Project Director position?
From PERM filing to receiving a green card, the process typically takes two to four years for most countries, assuming no backlog. DOL currently processes PERM applications over several months, followed by USCIS adjudicating the I-140 petition and then consular processing or adjustment of status. Applicants from India or China face significantly longer waits due to per-country annual limits on immigrant visas.
Can a Project Director self-petition for a green card without an employer?
Yes. EB-2 National Interest Waiver self-petition is available to Project Directors who can demonstrate their work benefits the U.S. broadly, such as infrastructure, public health systems, or national security projects. This route bypasses PERM entirely, letting you file the I-140 directly with USCIS without an employer sponsor or a labor market test.
Where can I find Project Director jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces Project Director openings at employers with documented green card sponsorship history, so you're not guessing which companies will support PERM filing. You can filter by industry and location, which matters because sponsorship willingness varies significantly between construction firms, government contractors, and technology companies.