Medical Director Jobs in Illinois
Medical Director jobs in Illinois are among the most actively recruited executive clinical positions in the state, concentrated in managed care, large integrated health systems, and population health organizations, with openings at every level from newly promoted physician leaders through seasoned chief medical officers. Chicago drives the majority of hiring, with significant demand also in Peoria and Rockford, where anchor employers such as CommonSpirit Health, Advocate Health, and UnitedHealth Group Illinois operations maintain deep and ongoing medical director pipelines. The most in-demand specialties are utilization management, behavioral health, and primary care quality oversight. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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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 Product Safety Team (PST) lead for late stage oncology products, under the direction of the Group Lead and TA Head will be actively and closely collaborating with the development medical lead, setting the strategy for the oncology programs. PST lead will be responsible to one or more products and will ensuring safety through the product lifecycle (e.g. surveillance, signal detection, validation and assessment, risks assessment and mitigations strategies, tox management, etc…) together with the other members of the safety team (safety scientists, safety architects, safety PM, and other cross functional colleagues). The PST lead will also closely collaborate with a PK and toxicology leads, regulatory and clinical development leads as well as medical affairs colleagues to help guide dose selection and regimen, inclusion/exclusion criteria and safety monitoring for first for clinical trials as well as PMOS.PST lead will be interpreting regulations related to pharmacovigilance supporting all patient safety activities, and will be leading the safety components of pre-NDA and NDA/sNDA submissions, regulatory responses, label and label updates, RMPs.
Responsibilities:
- Understanding and application of the pharmacology, chemistry and non-clinical toxicology to effectively conduct safety surveillance
- Responsible for safety surveillance for pharmaceutical / biological / drug –device combined products
- Lead and set the strategy for key pharmacovigilance documents, including but not limited to, medical safety assessments, regulatory responses and risk management plans, NDA/sNDA submission – safety component
- Apply current regulatory guidance as appropriate for safety surveillance and authorship of PV documents
- Analyze and interpret aggregate safety data and communicate these analysis and interpretation to cross-functional teams, executive leadership and externally, as needed
- Effectively write, review and provide input on technical documents independently
- Oversight and responsibility for leading the strategy for periodic reports (DSURs, PSURs, PADERs etc.)
- Responsible for implementing risk management strategies for assigned products
- Proactively engaging, inspiring, coaching and mentoring team and colleagues
- Opportunities to co-author publications and participate in initiatives to continue developing and growing as a safety leader
- Strong team player, able to adapt and work in a fast pace environment
- Significant Work Activities -Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)
Qualifications
- MD / DO with 2+ years of internal medicine residency with patient management experience required; PhD or Clinical Pharmacology fellowship is preferred in addition to MD / DO, not required
- 2-5 years of Pharmacovigilance / Clinical Development experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Previous experience supporting regulatory submissions (IND/BLA submissions) is required
- Oncology patient safety experience is required
- Effectively analyze and guide analysis of clinical data and epidemiological information
- Effectively present recommendations / opinions in group environment both internally and externally
- Write, review and provide input on technical documents
- Work collaboratively and lead cross-functional teams
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams in a collaborative environment
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
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 Product Safety Team (PST) lead for late stage oncology products, under the direction of the Group Lead and TA Head will be actively and closely collaborating with the development medical lead, setting the strategy for the oncology programs. PST lead will be responsible to one or more products and will ensuring safety through the product lifecycle (e.g. surveillance, signal detection, validation and assessment, risks assessment and mitigations strategies, tox management, etc…) together with the other members of the safety team (safety scientists, safety architects, safety PM, and other cross functional colleagues). The PST lead will also closely collaborate with a PK and toxicology leads, regulatory and clinical development leads as well as medical affairs colleagues to help guide dose selection and regimen, inclusion/exclusion criteria and safety monitoring for first for clinical trials as well as PMOS.PST lead will be interpreting regulations related to pharmacovigilance supporting all patient safety activities, and will be leading the safety components of pre-NDA and NDA/sNDA submissions, regulatory responses, label and label updates, RMPs.
Responsibilities:
- Understanding and application of the pharmacology, chemistry and non-clinical toxicology to effectively conduct safety surveillance
- Responsible for safety surveillance for pharmaceutical / biological / drug –device combined products
- Lead and set the strategy for key pharmacovigilance documents, including but not limited to, medical safety assessments, regulatory responses and risk management plans, NDA/sNDA submission – safety component
- Apply current regulatory guidance as appropriate for safety surveillance and authorship of PV documents
- Analyze and interpret aggregate safety data and communicate these analysis and interpretation to cross-functional teams, executive leadership and externally, as needed
- Effectively write, review and provide input on technical documents independently
- Oversight and responsibility for leading the strategy for periodic reports (DSURs, PSURs, PADERs etc.)
- Responsible for implementing risk management strategies for assigned products
- Proactively engaging, inspiring, coaching and mentoring team and colleagues
- Opportunities to co-author publications and participate in initiatives to continue developing and growing as a safety leader
- Strong team player, able to adapt and work in a fast pace environment
- Significant Work Activities -Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hour day)
Qualifications
- MD / DO with 2+ years of internal medicine residency with patient management experience required; PhD or Clinical Pharmacology fellowship is preferred in addition to MD / DO, not required
- 2-5 years of Pharmacovigilance / Clinical Development experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
- Previous experience supporting regulatory submissions (IND/BLA submissions) is required
- Oncology patient safety experience is required
- Effectively analyze and guide analysis of clinical data and epidemiological information
- Effectively present recommendations / opinions in group environment both internally and externally
- Write, review and provide input on technical documents
- Work collaboratively and lead cross-functional teams
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams in a collaborative environment
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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Medical Director Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- AbbVie14
- Centurion Health11
- Theoria Medical6
- Allure Health Care Services4
- EVERSANA3
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
- Education
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Consumer Goods
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical director jobs across Illinois.
- Active Illinois physician license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school plus board certification in a recognized specialty
- Minimum five years of clinical practice experience with at least two years in a leadership or supervisory role
- Experience with utilization management, quality improvement, or population health program oversight
- Familiarity with Illinois Medicaid and Medicare Advantage plan regulations and compliance requirements
- Strong communication skills and demonstrated ability to lead interdisciplinary clinical teams across multiple sites
Medical Director Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a medical director in Illinois?
Becoming a medical director in Illinois requires an active physician license issued by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, which oversees all medical licensure in the state. Candidates typically hold an MD or DO and board certification in a clinical specialty. From there, the path runs through clinical practice, then into supervisory or quality roles, often supported by additional training in healthcare administration or a graduate degree in health management or public health.
Which companies hire medical directors in Illinois?
Employers hiring medical directors in Illinois right now include AbbVie, Centurion Health, and Theoria Medical, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's dense concentration of integrated health systems, managed care organizations, and large federally qualified health center networks means medical director openings surface consistently across both the Chicago metropolitan area and downstate regional health systems.
Which Illinois cities have the most medical director jobs?
Chicago, North Chicago, and Mettawa account for the largest share of medical director openings in Illinois. Chicago leads by a wide margin because it is home to the corporate and regional headquarters of the state's largest health systems and managed care payers, while Peoria and Rockford generate consistent demand through their anchor academic medical centers and multi-site regional hospital networks that require dedicated physician leadership.
Are there remote medical director jobs in Illinois?
Yes, and more than most clinical roles. Medical directors focused on utilization review, case management oversight, and managed care quality can often work remotely because their work is documentation- and decision-based rather than hands-on. About 72% of medical director openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting strong demand from Illinois-based payers and telehealth platforms. Roles involving direct patient safety oversight or on-site physician leadership are more likely to require regular in-person presence.
How can I get hired as a medical director in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a physician leadership development or associate medical director program, several of which are offered by Illinois health systems such as Advocate Health and Cook County Health, designed for clinicians transitioning into administrative roles. Lateral moves from positions like medical staff quality officer, department chief, or utilization reviewer provide direct exposure to the operational work of a medical director. Completing a certification through the American Association for Physician Leadership, which has an active Illinois chapter, signals readiness and is recognized by Illinois managed care and hospital employers.
Where can I find and apply to medical director jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to medical director jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings from health systems, managed care organizations, and multispecialty groups across the state. Find roles that fit your specialty and experience level and apply directly to the employer through each listing.
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