<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Global Medical Director – Cardiometabolic</b></p><p></p><p>Abbott | Established Pharmaceutical Division</p><p></p><p><b>About Abbott</b></p><p></p><p>At <b>Abbott</b>, we believe people live their fullest lives when they are healthy — <b>physically, emotionally, and socially</b>. As a global healthcare leader with more than <b>107,000 colleagues across 160+ countries</b>, we develop life‑changing medicines and technologies that support health at every stage of life.</p><p></p><p>Within our <b>Branded Generics</b> business, we make <b>trusted, high‑quality medicines accessible to more than 18 million people every day</b>, particularly in fast‑growing regions such as <b>LATAM, APAC, India, and Emerging Markets</b>. Our diverse portfolio spans critical therapeutic areas including <b>Women’s Health, Gastroenterology, Cardiometabolic, CNS & Pain, and Respiratory</b>, addressing real and often unmet patient needs worldwide.</p><p></p><p>Abbott is a place where <b>science, purpose, and people come together</b> — and where <b>diverse perspectives, inclusive leadership, and collaboration</b> are essential to building better outcomes for patients.</p><p><b>Your Impact</b></p><p></p><p>As <b>Global Medical Director – Cardiometabolic</b>, you will play a pivotal role in shaping Abbott’s <b>global medical strategy</b> for the Cardiometabolic therapeutic area. Working as a trusted partner across functions, you will help define both <b>short‑ and long‑term direction</b>, ensuring that medical decision‑making remains scientifically rigorous, patient‑focused, and globally aligned.</p><p></p><p>You will be a core member of the <b>Medical Affairs Leadership Team</b> within the Established Pharmaceuticals Division (EPD), contributing your expertise and perspective to key strategic decisions across Medical Affairs, Innovation & Development.</p><p></p><p><b>What You Will Do</b></p><p></p><p><b>Medical Strategy & Scientific Leadership</b></p><ul><li><p>Lead the <b>global medical strategy and activities</b> for the Cardiometabolic therapeutic area and assigned products</p></li><li><p>Collaborate closely with cross‑functional partners to translate scientific insight into meaningful medical and patient impact</p></li><li><p>Identify <b>unmet medical needs</b> and mid‑ to long‑term opportunities for differentiation, innovation, and value creation</p></li><li><p>Continuously evaluate products within scope, identifying <b>portfolio gap‑filling opportunities</b>, including in‑licensing considerations</p></li><li><p>Develop <b>therapeutic area medical plans</b>, integrating research priorities, publication strategies, real‑world evidence, and study initiatives</p></li><li><p>Prepare <b>Target Product Profiles (TPPs)</b> in partnership with cross‑functional teams</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Evidence Generation & Governance</b></p><ul><li><p>Lead and govern <b>Global Medical Affairs research projects</b>, including IIS, post‑marketing studies, observational and epidemiologic research, Phase IV and RWE studies</p></li><li><p>Serve as <b>Chair of the Scientific Review Committee</b> for GMA‑led clinical research activities</p></li><li><p>Jointly review and approve clinical activities led by Clinical Development teams</p></li><li><p>Drive high‑quality scientific content for digital initiatives aimed at both HCPs and patients</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Collaboration, Safety & Compliance</b></p><ul><li><p>Build and sustain strong collaboration with <b>regional and local Medical Directors</b>, ensuring alignment between global strategy and local execution</p></li><li><p>Establish and maintain trusted, ethical relationships with <b>Key Opinion Leaders and scientific societies</b></p></li><li><p>Act as a core member of the <b>Product Safety Team</b>, overseeing medical safety monitoring and contributing to PSURs, clinical overviews, and risk management plans</p></li><li><p>As part of the <b>Labeling Sub‑Team</b>, provide medical input and scientific strategies for global and national label changes, including safety‑related updates</p></li><li><p>Ensure that all medical and promotional activities comply with global guidelines and regulatory requirements</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>People Leadership</b></p><ul><li><p>Lead and develop <b>one direct report</b>, fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and high‑performing environment</p></li><li><p>Attract, mentor, and retain talent through <b>servant leadership</b>, coaching, and empowerment</p></li><li><p>Support a culture where diverse voices are encouraged and valued</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>What We’re Looking For</b></p><p></p><p><b>Education & Experience</b></p><ul><li><p>Advanced degree in Life Sciences, such as:</p><ul><li><p><b>M.D.</b> (preferred) with <b>5+ years</b> of relevant pharmaceutical experience</p></li><li><p><b>PharmD / PhD</b> with <b>7+ years</b> of experience</p></li><li><p><b>M.Sc.</b> with <b>10+ years</b> of experience in the pharmaceutical industry</p></li></ul></li><li><p>Strong experience in <b>Medical Affairs and/or clinical research</b>, in pharma, academia, or equivalent settings</p></li><li><p>Solid understanding of <b>clinical trial methodology</b>, safety oversight, and regulatory requirements</p></li><li><p>Proven experience engaging <b>Key Opinion Leaders</b> and scientific societies</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>Leadership & Skills</b></p><ul><li><p>Fluency in <b>English</b> (written and spoken); additional languages are an asset</p></li><li><p>Experience in <b>country or regional medical roles</b> is desirable</p></li><li><p>Demonstrated <b>servant leadership</b> and ability to influence in complex, matrix environments</p></li><li><p>Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder‑engagement skills</p></li><li><p>Sound <b>business acumen</b> within the pharmaceutical industry</p></li><li><p>Comfort operating in strategic roles with accountability and shared ownership</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>We encourage applications even if you do not meet every criterion.</b><br />Many successful leaders grow into roles through experience, perspective, and motivation — not by matching every requirement on paper.</p><p></p><p><b>Why Abbott</b></p><ul><li><p><b>Purpose‑driven work</b> that improves access to healthcare globally</p></li><li><p>A culture that values <b>diversity, inclusion, empathy, and thoughtful leadership</b></p></li><li><p>Opportunities for <b>international collaboration and long‑term career growth</b></p></li><li><p>An environment where <b>your expertise, voice, and perspective truly matter</b></p></li></ul><p></p><p>Abbott is proud to be an <b>Equal Opportunity Employer</b>, committed to building teams that reflect the patients and communities we serve.</p><p></p><p><b>Ready to Join Us?</b></p><p>If this opportunity resonates with you — even if you are unsure you meet every requirement — <b>we’d love to learn more about you</b>.</p><p>Please submit your <b>CV as a PDF</b> via our careers site.<br />(If uploading multiple documents, please ensure they are added before saving your application.)</p><p></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>
