Communication Advisor - 1 year position

Do you have a passion for science, innovation and communication? Would you like to be part of an organization that is shaping the future of medicine? If yes, then read more as we are on the lookout for a highly motivated Communication Advisor for Novo Nordisk Research & Early Development Communication’s team to drive communication strategies and operations. You will supporting our Chief Scientific Advisor Office as well as our ongoing external communication activities. Apply today and make an impact on the future of medicine!  

The position 
Your key responsibilities will include:   

• Engaging with media involvement, managing social media platforms, and coordinating the organization's participation in conferences and events, e.g. narratives, presentations, and animations
• Building up external relationships which may include working with communication agencies, suppliers, and vendors
• Driving internal and external social media engagement for the Chief Scientific Advisor as well as the development of communication content for internal presentations and conferences

This is a 1-year position with the potential for extension.

Please note that you will have to join our team on-site once or twice per month in Bagsværd. 

Qualifications 
To be successful in this position we expect you to have: 

• Master’s degree in journalism, marketing, public relations, English, a related communications discipline or a scientific background 
• Around 3-5 years of experience within the field of communication 
• Proven experience in event planning and driving various forms of content creation internally and externally
• Experience with and passion for advising senior leaders in complex organisations around communication
• Pharmaceutical or biotechnology communication experience is an advantage but not a requirement

On a personal level, you have strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of management. Additionally, you demonstrate adaptability to keep pace with changing industry trends and audience preferences. Finally, you have great teamwork and collaboration skills with a positive attitude even with high pressure and you thrive in a changing environment.

About Novo Nordisk Research & Early Development Chief Scientific Advisor Office
The Novo Nordisk Chief Scientific Advisor for Research and Early Development is led by Lotte Bjerre Knudsen, who has worked on inventing and advancing transformational GLP-1-based treatments for the past 35 years. The team consists of 5 experts, an executive assistant and a project manager, and leads various tasks related to the GLP-1 biology and change leadership. Lotte Bjerre Knudsen has a strong external profile based on her scientific leadership as well role modelling DEI and women in science. 

Working at Novo Nordisk 
At Novo Nordisk, we don’t wait for change. We drive it. We’re 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’re all working to move the needle on patient care.

Contact 
For further information, please contact Communication Advisor R&ED Communication Barbara Regina Grübel at +45 30777904

Deadline 
20 May 2024 - We will evaluate incoming applications ongoing.
You do not need to attach a cover letter to your application, but please include a few sentences about why you are applying in your resume or CV. To ensure an efficient and fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in 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.