**_MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE_** _Summarize the main purpose of the role._ Experienced professional individual contributor that works under limited supervision. Applies subject matter knowledge in the area of Medical Affairs. Requires capacity to apply skills/knowledge within the context of specific needs or requirements. **_MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES_** • As the Experienced professional in the Medical Affairs Sub-Function, possesses well developed skills in overseeing the direction, planning, execution, clinical trials/research and the data collection activities. • Contributes to implementation of clinical protocols, and facilitates completion of final reports. • Recruits clinical investigators and negotiates study design and costs. • Responsible for directing human clinical trials, phases III & IV for company products under development. • Participates in adverse event reporting and safety responsibilities monitoring. • Coordinates and provides reporting information for reports submitted to the regulatory agencies. • Monitors adherence to protocols and determines study completion. • Coordinates and oversees investigator initiations and group studies. • May participate in adverse event reporting and safety responsibilities monitoring. • May act as consultant/liaison with other corporations when working under licensing agreements. **_QUALIFICATIONS_** **_Education_** Associates Degree (± 13 years) **_Experience/Background_** _Experience_ _Experience Details_ Minimum 1 year An Equal Opportunity Employer Abbot welcomes and encourages diversity in our workforce. We provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. To request accommodation, please call 224-667-4913 or email corpjat@abbott.com