Associate Program Director, Digital Solutions

Abbott

. Organize and execute a portfolio of programs supporting the product development pipeline .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $148,700 - $297,300 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive program management expertise within the medical device and life sciences industry, focusing on compliance with regulatory standards such as ISO 13485 and 21 CFR 820. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and drive product development in alignment with organizational goals.

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Program ManagementRegulatory ComplianceRisk ManagementPMP CertificationAgile Methodologies

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Hard Skills

Program PlanningBudget ManagementDesign ControlsDigital Health DevelopmentProject Management Tools

Soft Skills

LeadershipProblem-SolvingCommunicationOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeSmartsheet

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP CertificationAgile Training/Certification

Industry Keywords

Medical DeviceBiomedicalLife SciencesFDA 510(K)EU MDRISO 1348521 CFR 820Digital HealthInteroperability StandardsAI Technologies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Organize and execute a portfolio of programs supporting the product development pipeline
Lead cross-functional teams from program initiation through commercialization
Define program scope, objectives, and deliverables with stakeholders
Develop program plans, schedules, and budgets
Monitor progress, track milestones, and adjust plans
Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
Manage program resources, personnel, and budgets
Communicate program status, updates, risks, challenges, and proposed resolutions to stakeholders and senior leadership
Ensure alignment with organizational goals, quality standards, and best practices
Facilitate meetings, maintain documentation, and ensure program governance
Drive continuous improvement through lessons learned and process optimization
Apply project management methodologies and best practices
Balance multiple competing priorities across projects
Work in a matrix management organization with responsibility for project success without direct authority over cross-functional team members
Ensure compliance with digital health and software as a medical device standards, including quality management systems, software lifecycle requirements, product safety and reliability, labeling and instructions for use, and US and international design control regulations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (e.g., engineering, data science, software)
12+ years of end-to-end program management experience within a medical device/biomedical/life sciences industry with a global regulatory context
Demonstrated experience with Design Controls processes compliant with ISO 13485 standards and 21 CFR 820 regulations
Working knowledge of FDA 510(K) and/or EU MDR regulatory requirements
Demonstrated experience in Digital Health product development processes
Demonstrated success in risk management, change management, and strategic planning
PMP Certification
Agile Training/Certification
Experience with project management tools, including MS Office and Smartsheet
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills
Ability to influence and persuade while remaining results oriented
Experience with budgeting and financial tracking
Preferred: MBA or other related advanced degree
Preferred: Familiarity with application of AI technologies in a clinical setting
Preferred: Experience with interoperability standards (FHIR, HL7, SMART on FHIR)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Career development with an international company
Free medical coverage eligibility through the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan
Excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
Tuition reimbursement
Freedom 2 Save student debt program
FreeU education benefit for earning a bachelor’s degree
Abbott employee health and wellness benefits
Diversity and inclusion workplace recognition