• Job Description

  Req#: 297078

  Are you looking for an opportunity where you can utilize your medical knowledge to generate, interpret and communicate scientific data and to interact with global thought leaders? Are you seeking an opportunity to expand and develop your expertise to become a subject matter expert?

  
  Then don’t miss the chance and apply now for an exciting and life-changing opportunity within our Global Medical Affairs (GMA) department in the Global Medical Affairs Obesity area. We have several vacancies across two of our teams: CagriSema Obesity team and Semaglutide Obesity teams.

  The Position
  As Global Medical Manager, you will be part of an enthusiastic and diverse international group of motivated professionals with extensive clinical, research, and pharmaceutical expertise, who are passionate about clinical drug development, scientific dialogue, and medical education.

  
  In your role as Global Medical Manager, you will be providing timely, accurate, and credible medical/scientific input to pipeline projects.

  
  Your main tasks involve:

  • Effective collaboration and communication with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) within their field of expertise, as well as internal stakeholders from Marketing, Patient Access, Clinical Drug Development, Regulatory Affairs and other functional areas in the company
  • Providing medical input to clinical trial designs and eventually be responsible for driving the scientific dialogue and communication based on results from these trials. The job will give you the responsibility to connect with KOLs to gather medical and scientific information to help optimize product development and treatment of people with obesity
  • Playing a key role in the development of scientific publications based on our clinical trial results which requires your ability to interact with external authors, statisticians, medical writers and other stakeholders
  • Support the development of internal training and guidance materials, as well as driving external educational activities towards healthcare professionals

  Additionally, you will guide other teams that are actively involved in development and execution of Novo Nordisk's commercial strategy including market development activities and development/review of promotional materials.

  International travel should be expected.

  
  Qualifications
  The preferred candidate is a Medical Doctor with clinical, research or pharmaceutical industry experience. Having a Ph.D. or other relevant degree e.g. Master of Public Health or similar is considered as an advantage, but not mandatory.

  In addition, we are looking for a candidate who has:

  • Proven track record of leading cross functional projects within CMR (Clinical, Medical, Regulatory), RWE/HEOR function. Experience within a Medical Affairs function is considered an advantage
  • R&D/RWE/HEOR value chain understanding
  • The ability to work comfortable in a fast paced and dynamic environment with an innovative approach to problem solving and outside-the-box thinking
  • Empathy, while acting as a true team player in a very international and engaged environment
  • Strong communication and presentation skills, as well as the ability to lead and drive cross-functional collaboration with internal and external stakeholders

  About the department
  The CagriSema Obesity department is part of Global Medical Affairs in Novo Nordisk HQ in Denmark and anchored in the Development organisation. The department is responsible for building and delivering consistent scientific communication across all phases of clinical drug development. Presently the department covers CagriSema, a once-weekly GLP-1+ amylin analogue under investigation for weight management currently in phase 3 clinical development.

  The Semaglutide Obesity department is responsible for Semaglutide 2.4 mg, once weekly GLP-1 receptor agonist approved for weight management with ongoing phase 3 clinical development and global commercialisation. We have a strong sense of commitment, respect, and desire to transform obesity through impactful engagements and interactions with key stakeholders in an open and engaging environment.

  
  Working at Novo Nordisk
  At Novo Nordisk, we don’t wait for change. We drive it. We are a dynamic company in an even more dynamic industry, and we know that what got us to where we are today is not necessarily what will make us successful in the future. We embrace the spirit of experimentation, striving for excellence without fixating on perfection. We never shy away from opportunities to develop, we seize them. From research and development to manufacturing, marketing, and sales – we are all working to move the needle on patient care.

  
  Contact
  For further information, please contact Adriana Rendón (CagriSema Obesity) at +45 3075 7554 or Søren Kruse Lilleøre (Semaglutide Obesity) at +45 3079 2918.

  
  Deadline
  18 February 2024.

  
  We shall conduct interviews on an ongoing basis, so please submit your application as soon as possible.

  
  You do not need to attach a cover letter to your application, but please include a few sentences about why you are applying in your resume or CV. To ensure an efficient and fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in your CV.
  

  We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

  At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.

• About the company

  Novo Nordisk A/S is a Danish multinational pharmaceutical company headquartered in Bagsværd, Denmark, with production facilities in eight countries, and affiliates or offices in 5 countries.

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