For over 100 years we have been driving change to defeat diabetes, but we know that what got us here today is not necessarily what will make us successful in the future. We are now transforming our business and taking our expertise into new territories including obesity and rare blood and endocrine diseases.
Our story is one of incredible growth and success, which has culminated in receiving many prestigious awards, such as Best Places to Work and Vitality – Britain’s Healthiest Workplace.
Would you like to join a team that plays a crucial role in the ambitious drug development programmes at Novo Nordisk? Would you also like to build your career in a global company offering abundant opportunities for personal and professional development? Then you could be one of our new Clinical Project Leads! We currently have several openings to lead and drive clinical trials in our Cardiovascular, Kidney & Alzheimer's Disease (CKAD) area.
Apply now and join us!
The position
As a Clinical Project Lead (CPL), you take on a senior role with extensive responsibilities. You will assume accountability for end-to-end planning, execution, and completion of global trials in Novo Nordisk.
Lead the global cross-functional study teams driving the clinical trials successfully and collaborate with Novo Nordisk affiliates globally to accomplish our goals.
Ensure the trial team, which consists of a group of designated Global Trial Managers and Global Clinical Trial Administrators, is well-functioning.
Chair of the trial squad (a group of relevant stakeholders outside of Clinical Operations)
Be the overall accountable for the studies and clinical activities.
Ensure that project key deliverables are met on time at a high quality and within budget by using your extensive project leadership, as well as superior knowledge and experience with conducting clinical trials.
To succeed in this role, you need in-depth knowledge about clinical trial methodology as well as extensive clinical project management experience. Effective communication and leadership skills are essential, with a demonstrated ability to navigate a complex stakeholder landscape while impacting the project strategy as well as execution and improvement of core clinical processes.
The job is based in United Kingdom but has a global scope so occasional travel should be expected.
For this position, no relocation package is offered.
Qualifications
MSc in Natural, Health or Pharmaceutical Science with at least five years of relevant experience or a BSc in Natural-, Health- or Pharmaceutical Science or equivalent with at least seven years of relevant experience.
Extensive experience in all operational aspects of planning, conduct and finalisation of clinical trials from a cross-functional organisational work.
Demonstrate strong Project Management expertise.
Strong communication and leadership skills.
About CKAD and Clinical Operations:
In the Cardiovascular, Kidney & Alzheimer's Disease (CKAD) area, we focus on advancing our portfolio in serious chronic diseases such as Cardiovascular Diseases, CKD, and Alzheimer's Disease. Our clinical trial activities align with the company's strategic priorities, covering a range from early phase 1 trials to extensive phase 3a programs and phase 3b/4 life cycle management for marketed products.
Our trial management teams in Clinical Operations drive and oversee the planning and execution of phase 1-4 clinical trials within the area. We operate within a global network, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing, and offering a dynamic, project-centric work environment. Join us for continuous personal and professional development, innovative thinking, and empowerment.
Working at Novo Nordisk
Novo Nordisk is its people. We know that life is anything but linear and balancing what is important at different stages of our career is never easy. That’s why we make room for diverse life situations, always putting people first. We value our employees for the unique skills they bring to the table, and we work continuously to bring out the best in them. Working at Novo Nordisk is working toward something bigger than ourselves, and it’s a collective effort. Together, we go further. Together, we’re life changing.
What We Offer
Bonus: We do our best work to succeed together. When goals are reached, you’ll be rewarded through our bonus scheme.
Your workplace: You will work remotely in the UK but the studies are global.
Pension: a market leading pension scheme with generous employer contributions.
Wellness: We want you to be your best self, so you’ll have access to an award winning Wellness programme, including Private Medical Insurance, the Lifeworks App and lots of wellbeing initiatives and offerings.
Insurances: All colleagues are covered by our private medical, life and disability insurance which provides protection and peace of mind.
Inclusive culture: our culture is one of care, support and respect for our people. We are committed to making your workplace safe and believe that a transparent, inclusive culture and leadership is the way to empower every individual to do their very best.
Application support
We are an equal opportunities employer, and we commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. If you're a person with a disability, if you're neurodivergent, and need any adjustments to be made during the application and selection process, please send an emails to EYQR@novonordisk.com. Please include your name, the role you are interested in and the type of adjustment your need.
Contact
For further information, please contact Director Nis Hjortskov Jensen, +45 3079 7857
Deadline
29th-02-2024
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.