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

Join Our Team at Novo Nordisk Rare Disease

Are you ready to take on an exciting and pivotal role in supporting Novo Nordisk Rare Disease's commitment to leadership in rare blood and kidney disorders? This position offers a unique opportunity to lay the foundation for a new therapeutic area at Novo Nordisk, driving scientific excellence and fostering a culture where high performance transforms clinical practice.

Your New Role

In this dynamic position, you will play a crucial role in shaping the future of Global Medical Affairs Rare Disease. This high-impact role balances strategic thinking with robust execution to enhance medical excellence and scientific communication across diverse 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 diseases.
• Oversee key medical affairs activities in early pre-launch, ensuring excellence in medical insights and launch readiness.
• Create a cohesive, proactive global scientific communications strategy that effectively communicates clinical data.
• Enhance our scientific communication, advance digital engagement, and translate complex scientific concepts into improved clinical care through intentional scientific exchange.
• Promote excellence in medical affairs capabilities across global and affiliate medical teams, maintaining cutting-edge competencies in medical excellence and scientific communication.

Your New Department

Our Rare Disease division, located in Zurich, Switzerland, serves as the global headquarters for Novo Nordisk's rare disease initiatives. We are dedicated to improving the lives of individuals with serious chronic rare diseases, placing patients at the heart of all our endeavors. With a vision to lead in areas of rare blood, rare bleeding, rare endocrine, and rare kidney disorders, we embody the Novo Nordisk Way and leverage the company's rich heritage. Our entrepreneurial and fast-paced work environment values curiosity and generosity—if this resonates with you, we may be the right fit.

Your Skills & Qualifications

We are looking for an organized, proactive professional with a can-do attitude and strong communication skills. You should possess a data-driven approach to decision-making and excel at influencing across all organizational levels, thriving on innovation while balancing strategic vision with operational execution.

What You Will Bring

• 8+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry, with proven expertise in product launches from a Medical Affairs perspective, along with 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 work effectively in a global matrix environment across diverse cultural and scientific settings.
• Exceptional project and stakeholder management skills, particularly in complex matrix environments.

Working at Novo Nordisk

At Novo Nordisk, we relentlessly seek solutions to combat serious chronic diseases. With an unconventional spirit, unwavering determination, and constant curiosity, we have built a unique company over the past 100 years. Our collective passion for our purpose, mutual respect, and willingness to explore the unknown lead to extraordinary results.

What We Offer

Beyond our unique culture and remarkable achievements, being part of a global healthcare company presents abundant opportunities for personal and professional growth. Our benefits are thoughtfully designed to align with your career and life stages.

Apply online using the form below. Please note that only applications matching the job profile will be considered. Additionally, Novo Nordisk is currently in the process of adjusting job titles globally. Therefore, the job title listed in this advertisement may be subject to change, and more detailed information will be provided during the recruitment process.