Do you want to be part of a dynamic global clinical development team that plays an instrumental role in the ambitious drug development programs at Novo Nordisk? Would you like to be part of the development of new drugs to improve the treatment for Obesity and Diabetes in a depart-ment working on phase I and Mode of Action trials?  

 

Then you could be our new Clinical Operations Lead. Apply now for a life-changing career! 
 
The position 
As a Clinical Operations Lead, you take on a specialist role with extensive responsibilities, being accountable for the operational start-up and initiation activities of a clinical trial.  

Your main responsibilities will include: 

Define, set-up and prepare our clinical trials with operational excellence to the benefit of participants and the company.  Be a strong contributor towards translating our strategies and aspirations into operation-al actions and excellence.  Assume accountability for the start-up and initiation of Phase 1 global clinical trials.  Be accountable for trial start-up activities from protocol to successful participant recruit-ment with great exposure to the organization, cross-functional stakeholders (e.g., Strate-gic Project Teams, Trial Squads, Medical and Science Teams, Regulatory Affairs etc.) and external scientific environment. 

 
Qualifications 
You will be a great fit with  our team because you have:  

A MSc in Natural Science and five years of relevant experience, or a BSc in Natural Science or equivalent with at least seven years of relevant experience (e.g. Global Trial Manager, Clinical Research Associate, study nurse)  Strong clinical project management experience and the ability to impact the execution and improvement of core clinical processes.  Knowledge and experience in clinical trial methodology and operational aspects of trial in-itiation including solid knowledge and experience in clinical IT systems (e.g. EDC, IWRS/RTSM etc.)  Excellent planning, communication, coordination, and collaboration skills.  Professional proficiency in English. 

 
This role is a permanent position and will give you the chance to become part of CagriSema Clini-cal Operations area driving ambitious drug development programs within established and new therapeutic areas. If you are in search of great personal development opportunities and empow-ering working culture, this might be the perfect role for you. 
  
About the department 
In our  clinical operation area we cover the entire spectrum of clinical development activities with the molecule CagriSema in various indication from early phase 1 trials to larger phase 3a and 3b programs. In our department we focus on clinical planning and execution of Ph1 trials, both early and mode of action trials. . We work as one team helping and sharing knowledge across our trails. In the role you will work with colleagues across our global organization.  
  
Working at Novo Nordisk 
At Novo Nordisk, we don't wait for change. We drive it. We're a world-leading agile company in a dynamic industry, and we know that what got us to where we are today is not necessary what make us successful in the future. We embrace the spirit of experimentation, striving for excel-lence 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 Director Rikke Bjerring Skyggebjerg, phone +45 30751205.   
 
Deadline 
18th May 2025 
  
Please include a few sentences about why you are applying for this position in your CV. You do not need to attach a cover letter to your application. 
  
At Novo Nordisk, we are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of oppor-tunity for all job applicants. To ensure a fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo to your CV. 
 

 

 

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.