Global Medical Excellence & Scientific Communication Director / Global Medical Excellence & Scientific Communication Directoress

Exciting Opportunity in Rare Disease at Novo Nordisk

Are you looking for an inspiring and pivotal role that supports Novo Nordisk's commitment to leadership in rare blood and kidney disorders? This position offers a unique chance to lay the foundation for a new therapeutic area within Novo Nordisk, drive scientific excellence, and foster a culture where high performance enhances clinical practice.

Your New Role

In this dynamic position, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of Global Medical Affairs for Rare Disease. Balancing strategic thinking with robust execution, you will drive medical excellence and scientific communication across various portfolios and geographies.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Co-lead the integration of a new asset, collaborating within a highly cross-functional model to establish a new therapeutic area at Novo Nordisk.
• Develop comprehensive Medical Affairs strategies that align business priorities with operational plans for Rare Blood and Rare Kidney disease.
• Execute key medical affairs activities in early pre-launch, emphasizing medical excellence, launch readiness, and medical insights.
• Translate medical strategic priorities into a cohesive, proactive global scientific communications strategy, ensuring impactful communication of clinical data.
• Advance our scientific communication efforts, enhance digital engagement, and facilitate the translation of complex science into improved clinical care through deliberate scientific exchange.
• Promote excellence in medical affairs capabilities within both global and affiliate teams, maintaining state-of-the-art competencies in medical excellence and scientific communication.

Your New Department

Located in Zurich, Switzerland, the Rare Disease division serves as the global headquarters of Novo Nordisk's rare disease efforts. Our focus is on improving the lives of individuals with serious chronic rare diseases, placing patients at the center of our mission. Our vision is to become a leader in rare blood, rare bleeding, rare endocrine, and rare kidney disorders. Embracing the Novo Nordisk Way, we foster a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment as a driven team that values curiosity and generosity. If this aligns with your aspirations, we could be the perfect fit for you.

Your Skills & Qualifications

We seek an organized, proactive professional with a can-do attitude, confident communication skills, and a data-driven approach to decision-making. You excel at influencing others across organizational layers, thrive on innovation, and balance strategic vision with operational execution.

What You Will Bring

• 8+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry, demonstrating expertise in product launches from a Medical Affairs perspective and strong skills in medical/scientific communication.
• Extensive experience and in-depth knowledge of developing and executing diverse scientific communications deliverables.
• An advanced degree (MSc, MBA, PhD, or MD) is required.
• Fluency in English and the ability to navigate effectively in a global matrix environment across diverse cultural and scientific contexts.
• Outstanding project and stakeholder management skills, particularly within complex matrix settings.

Working at Novo Nordisk

At Novo Nordisk, we are dedicated to discovering solutions that combat serious chronic diseases. We approach our work with an unconventional spirit and relentless determination. For over a century, this unique mindset has allowed us to create a company unlike any other—one defined by a collective passion for our purpose, mutual respect, and a commitment to exceeding expectations to deliver extraordinary results.

What We Offer

In addition to the individuality of our culture and the exceptional results we achieve, being part of a global healthcare company provides numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth. Our benefits are designed with your career and life stage in mind.

To explore this opportunity, apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered.

Note: Novo Nordisk is currently in the process of adjusting job titles globally. The job title listed in this advertisement may be subject to change, and more detailed information will be provided during the recruitment process.