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Manage interactions with Health Authorities for assigned project(s) to ensure acceptance, rapid ... Support CMC QA functions, e.g deviations, general GMP/regulatory mixed topics. * Maintain knowledge ...

This role will provide CMC regulatory support and guidance for assigned projects and interfaces ... Manage interactions with Health Authorities for assigned project(s) to ensure acceptance, rapid ...

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This role will provide CMC regulatory support and guidance for assigned projects and interfaces ... Manage interactions with Health Authorities for assigned project(s) to ensure acceptance, rapid ...

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Director, RA CMC

North Chicago, IL · On-site

$144K - $190K/yr

Manages assigned projects within assigned resources. Responsibilities List up to 10 main responsibilities for the job. Include information about the accountability and scope. * Prepares CMC ...

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How much do cmc project manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for cmc project manager in Illinois is $101,773.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $80,400.00 and $124,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a CMC Project Manager, and why are they important?

A CMC Project Manager needs strong expertise in Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) processes, project management certifications (such as PMP), and a background in pharmaceutical or biotech industries. Familiarity with regulatory submission systems, quality management software, and documentation tools is highly valued. Exceptional organizational skills, problem-solving ability, and effective cross-functional communication help candidates excel in this role. These capabilities are critical for ensuring project milestones are met, regulatory requirements are satisfied, and product development remains on track.

What are the typical responsibilities of a CMC Project Manager in a pharmaceutical company?

A CMC Project Manager is responsible for coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery of project milestones related to product development, manufacturing, and regulatory submissions. Their daily tasks often include developing project timelines, managing risk assessments, overseeing documentation, and facilitating communication between technical, regulatory, and quality departments. They play a pivotal role in preparing CMC sections for regulatory filings, supporting process optimization, and troubleshooting manufacturing challenges. This position requires excellent multitasking abilities and close collaboration with internal stakeholders and external partners throughout the product lifecycle.

What is a CMC Project Manager?

A CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls) Project Manager oversees the development, manufacturing, and regulatory aspects of pharmaceutical products. They coordinate cross-functional teams, manage timelines, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Their role is critical in guiding drug development from early stages to commercialization while maintaining quality and efficiency.

What cities in Illinois are hiring for Cmc Project Manager jobs? Cities in Illinois with the most Cmc Project Manager job openings:
Infographic showing various Cmc Project Manager job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 92% In-person, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,773 per year, or $48.9 per hour.

Senior Associate, Regulatory Affairs - Chemistry, Manufacturing & Control (CMC) - Hybrid

AbbVie

North Chicago, IL • Hybrid

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

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AbbVie rating

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

Based on 100 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

14th of 86 rated pharmaceutical


Job description

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 Senior Associate, RA CMC is responsible for ensuring RA-CMC post approval change objectives are met by project managing marketed product variations including authoring and compilation of chemistry, manufacturing, and control (CMC) sections to ensure timely preparation of submission documents.  The Senior Associate will also ensure proper communication with all key partners in the functional departments in support of regulatory filings. 

Responsibilities:

  • Manage, compile, and author CMC sections of marketed product variations with minimal management oversight.  Update simple CMC documents independently.
  • Partner with RA CMC Project Leads to create and develop content plans, bundling strategies, and project timelines.  
  • Collaborate with diverse functional groups to ensure file-ability and acceptance of CMC sections. 
  • Manage assigned projects to ensure thoroughness, accuracy, and timeliness of CMC dossiers and responses. Independently run team review and management reviews of submission documents.
  • Ensure CMC expectations including CTD content, structural and formatting requirements are being met for assigned projects.  
  • Provide input into and utilize current best practices for use of regulatory business systems within the group.
  • Timely communication of systems issues to management.
  • Communicate content gaps and risks for variation documents identified by RA CMC Project Leads. 
  • Provide guidance on use of submission document templates. 
  • Support annual reports and renewals (ad hoc baseline support)
  • This role works a hybrid work schedule (3 days in office & 2 days remotely) from the Lake County, IL; Waltham, MA or Irvine, CA AbbVie headquarters.

Significant Work Activities: Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive hours in an 8 hr day) is required

Qualifications
  • Minimum of a BA/BS Degree in Chemical, and/or, Biological Sciences/relevant discipline 
  • Required Experience: 4 years pharmaceutical or industry related experience. 1-2 years in quality systems or cross functional project management
  • Preferred Experience: 5 years pharmaceutical experience including 1-2 years in regulatory affairs or 1-2 years in Discovery, R&D, or Manufacturing
  • Strong working knowledge of manufacturing unit operations or CTD structure
  • Superior oral and written communication skills 
  • Ability to work cooperatively with all levels and types of global personnel required 
  • Experience working with electronic document management systems 
  • Ability to work independently under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously 
  • Detail/accuracy oriented 
  • Collaborative and willing to learn  
  • Familiarity with US and other international regulatory requirements for drug product dossiers 

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 short-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. 

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AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines 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: immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care, virology, women's health, and gastroenterology, in addition to products and services across its Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

Industry

Scientific research and development services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

North Chicago, IL, US

Year founded

2013