Safety Surveillance Advisers and Specialists

Are you confident in voicing your opinion to secure patient safety? Do you want to play a key role in ensuring highest safety and lowest possible risk to patients who use Novo Nordisk products? Would you like to be part of high-profile drug development projects where your expertise and contributions are at the forefront of ensuring drug safety?

We are looking for several Safety Surveillance Advisors and Specialists to join our diabetes and cardiovascular teams. 

Don’t wait, apply now for this exciting job opportunity!

The position
We are currently seeking individuals to drive a range of prestigious projects. We promise a dynamic and rewarding experience at a leading global healthcare company - Novo Nordisk. 

As a Safety Surveillance Adviser or Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the safety surveillance of products in both clinical development stages II and III and for those already in the market within diabetes and cardiovascular disease treatment.

In this role you will have the chance to:

• Contribute to development and surveillance of drugs by using your medical/clinical expertise on collection and assessment of safety information
• Perform critical analysis and medical evaluation of the emerging aggregate safety data and contribute to establishment of the product safety profile during development and post-marketing stages
• Communicate information regarding the assessment of benefits and risks
• Represent Safety Surveillance in cross-functional teams
• Potentially chair the internal Novo Nordisk safety committee 

You will also have the opportunity both to work independently and in collaboration with a team of highly skilled, dedicated, and enthusiastic colleagues. You will establish close partnership and interaction with other functional areas within Novo Nordisk, especially the Clinical Development and Regulatory Affairs teams, providing you with extensive insights into the entire Novo Nordisk value chain. Taking on responsibilities, informal leadership, and taking proactive steps will be integral aspects of your daily tasks. 
 
Qualifications
To succeed in this role, we imagine you have:

• A master’s degree in Life Sciences (e.g., Pharmacy, Medicine, Veterinary or Biological); preferably complemented by a PhD
• Several years of experience within drug safety/pharmacovigilance or drug development, while experience with clinical trial activities will be an advantage
• Good understanding of medical concepts, disease processes, scientific methodology and data analysis
• Strong IT skills and knowledge of computer systems including MS office
• Proficiency in English both written and spoken

As a person, you demonstrate a passion for our purpose and an eagerness to drive change. Your ethical compass and strong sense of responsibility ensure that you are a dedicated and influential presence. You are driven to excel and inspire others to do the same.

Furthermore, your proactive approach, problem-solving acumen, and team-player spirit are crucial for thriving in our multicultural environment of continuous development. It is essential that you possess strong collaboration abilities and excel at establishing effective communication with stakeholders.

About the department
Safety Surveillance is a department within Global Patient Safety and is situated in Søborg, Denmark. We also have a department in Bangalore, India. We are globally accountable for surveillance of all safety information for Novo Nordisk’s products that are currently marketed or under development. We additionally handle safety label updates, preparation of Risk Management Plans and aggregate reports. 
We treasure a positive and inclusive atmosphere in our team(s) and count on you to engage and participate in a positive manner as well.

Working at Novo Nordisk
At Novo Nordisk, we do not 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, through to manufacturing, marketing, and sales – we are all working to move the needle on patient care.
 
Contact
For further information, please contact Lenea Nørskov Blanc at +45 3075 4514 or Joakim Isendahl at +45 3075 8235. 

Deadline
11 November 2024 

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Please include a few sentences about why you are applying for this position in your resume or CV. You do not need to attach a cover letter to your application.

To ensure an efficient and fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo to your CV.

We are looking for several Safety Surveillance profiles at Novo Nordisk. Therefore, Hiring Managers from different teams might also look at your application.
 

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.