Therapeutic Area Head, Oncology

Seoul, Seoul, kr on site Until 10/3/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted August 4, 2026 Last posted August 4, 2026
Job 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, FacebookInstagramX and YouTube.

• Lead and execute the Medical Affairs strategy for assigned Oncology assets—both pipeline and marketed products—aligned with brand and therapeutic area objectives.

• Partner strategically with Marketing, Commercial, and Market Access teams, providing scientific input to brand strategy, promotional materials, and product launches.

• Build and maintain credible relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), serving as AbbVie's trusted scientific liaison in Oncology.

• Drive innovative research concepts and clinical data generation to address key scientific questions and strengthen product evidence.

• Deliver scientific and technical training to internal teams, ensuring they have current, high-quality medical knowledge.

• Lead team development—onboarding, mentoring, performance coaching, and training assessments—to build a high-engagement, growth-oriented culture.

· Medical Expertise: Medical Doctor (MD) preferred, with a specialization or strong interest in Hematology, Oncology, or Internal Medicine. Must be committed to continuously developing expert knowledge in these therapeutic areas.

· Industry Experience: Proven track record in the pharmaceutical industry and market, including people management experience.

· Clinical & Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of clinical research methodology and current regulatory/legislative requirements.

· Stakeholder Management: Exceptional networking, diplomacy, and stakeholder engagement skills.

· Integrity & Compliance: Strong commitment to scientific quality, integrity, and regulatory compliance.

· Communication: Proficiency in written and spoken English.

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About this role

Summary

Lead medical strategy and stakeholder engagement in oncology; manage teams and develop expert knowledge.

Job title

Therapeutic Area Head, Oncology

Experience level

proven track record in industry and management

Industry

pharmaceuticals

Location requirements

Seoul, South Korea; remote not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

medical doctorclinical researchregulatory knowledgestakeholder managementcommunication

Preferred skills

leadershipscientific liaisonclinical data generation

Specializations

oncologyhematologyinternal medicine
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Seoul, South Korea

On-site City