Global Medical Director - Heart Failure - Parental Cover

Are you looking for an opportunity where you can utilize your leadership skills and medical knowledge to generate, interpret and communicate scientific data? Does interacting with global medical leaders interest you?  

If yes, we are seeking a Global Medical Director (maternity cover) to lead a team and set global medical affairs strategic direction. Apply now for a life-changing career! 

The position 
The position is a 1 year maternity cover (starting date will be 1st February 2025). The Global Medical Director will lead a team of Medical Doctors with clinical, research, and pharmaceutical industry experiences in the global and regional/local settings. Under the Director’s leadership the team will drive scientific area development including investigator related activities.  

Reporting to the Vice President (VP) for cardiovascular diseases, the Global Medical Director for Heart failure will be part of the VP area leadership team and will represent global medical affairs in global decision boards working closely with cross functional stakeholders in Marketing, Patient Access, Clinical Development, Regulatory, Research and Translational Medicine in the Global HQ Office as well as the Novo Nordisk regions and affiliates. 

Your main responsibilities will be focused on: 

• The development of the Global Medical Affairs strategy including molecule, physician groups and disease specific strategies as well as the publication strategy building on new scientific insight and product development in alignment with the Global Project Teams 
• Ensure scientific alignment and facilitate that scientific knowledge is appropriately communicated and understood internally and externally from global to local across the world 
• External liaison between Novo Nordisk and the scientific community, physicians, and physician organizations 
• Responsible for overseeing scientific dialogue and communication strategy at international scientific meetings and conferences 
• Initiate the launch preparation for a phase 3 compound in Heart Failure in close collaboration with regions and affiliates and the cross-functional team.  

The position calls for an outgoing mature leader who can autonomously work as the strategic partner within interdisciplinary project teams and provide input to clinical development plans from a clinical, scientific and communication perspective.  

Leadership qualifications must be evident e.g., from earlier leadership positions or project management; the position builds on strong people management skills and a willingness to develop the team and continue to drive performance. 

Qualifications 

To be a competitive candidate, you should have: 

• Medical Doctor. PhD and/or MSc in Life Science or any other related filed is considered a plus. Strong business acumen as well as a clinical and research background 
• Extensive Medical Affairs and/or Clinical Development experience 
• People or project management experience with a focus on people development and building high performing teams 
• Strong cross functional leadership skills with evidence of strategic, tactical, and operational leadership 
• Therapeutic expertise/previous pharma experience in the field of cardiology is a plus 

On a personal level, we highly value authenticity, emphasizing the importance of being true to oneself. Strong interpersonal skills are a key aspect of this role, as the ability to connect with others and foster positive relationships is crucial. Furthermore, the ability to assertively communicate and confidently decline, when necessary, demonstrates both self-assurance and effective decision-making. 

Our commitment to innovation also applies to the way we work. We therefore embrace the hybrid workplace – with a blend of home office in Denmark and on-site office-based work in Søborg, Denmark where our team is based. 

About the department 
The Global Medical Affairs, Cardio-Renal is a VP area in Global Medical Affairs responsible for building and delivering consistent scientific communication across all phases of drug development within the therapeutic areas of Heart Failure, Atherosclerotic/Ischemic Cardiovascular Disease  (acute and Chronic) and Cardiomyopathy.  

The VP area consists of 3 director teams of high-performance individuals who are focused on innovative ways of working, has a strong sense of commitment and an open atmosphere. Our development pipeline within cardio-renal is diverse and growing most recently with the acquisition of a new HF compound.  

Working at Novo Nordisk 
At Novo Nordisk, we don’t wait for change. We drive it. We’re a dynamic company in an even more dynamic industry, and we know that what got us to where we are today is not necessary 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, through to manufacturing, marketing, and sales – we’re all working to move the needle on patient care.  

Contact 
For further information, please contact Kristine Buchholtz, +45 3075 6013.  

Deadline 
1st December 2024.  

Applications will be reviewed continuously. 

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.