Director, Scientific Publications & Information

About the Department

The Clinical, Medical and Regulatory (CMR) department at Novo Nordisk is one of the most diverse and collaborative groups within the organization. From healthcare provider interactions and developing and implementing regulatory strategies with the FDA to providing medical education and collecting data to support efficacy and new product development, CMR is involved. The one thing that keeps us all marching to the same beat is our patient centered focus. At Novo Nordisk, you will help patients around the world. As their needs evolve, so does our challenge to find better and more innovative ways to improve their quality of life. We’re changing lives for a living. Are you ready to make a difference?

The Position

The Director, Scientific Publications & Information is responsible for leading a team of experienced professionals with advanced scientific and/or technical knowledge related to publications and information solutions used for the dissemination of scientific data. The Director drives the  strategic planning and execution of the US publication strategy, across all therapies and therapeutic areas in alignment with current and future medical, scientific, and commercial objectives of the company, and for ensuring these publications are in compliance with industry regulations and guidelines, and internal Novo Nordisk policies.

The Director oversees the compliant fulfilment of requests for scientific information and literature including literature searches, gap analyses and subscriptions. The Director also ensures innovative technology and solutions are incorporated to drive efficiencies within the SP&I department. This position operates independently or with minimal direction and leverages their scientific knowledge, technical experience and understanding of the organization and its processes to guide the successful completion of key publications and information deliverables.

Relationships

This position reports to the Senior Director, Scientific Communications (SC). Assigned staff members of the Scientific Publications and Information Team (SP&I) report to the Director, including potential staff located within one of our Global Business Service Centers (GBS).

The Director is expected to develop and utilize a network of internal relationships with local and global cross-functional teams, including but not limited to publication teams, medical affairs, clinical data science and evidence, CMR-Rare Disease, regulatory affairs, legal, compliance colleagues, AI/ML Sciences, IT Business solutions & Architecture, as well as global colleagues within Global Medical Affairs (GMA),  Scientific Information, medical writers within the Global Clinical Reporting team, and the global AI/ML team.

The Director is an active member of and lead for the department on local and global cross functional teams such as Core and Extended Medical Teams, LAP teams, Publication Planning Groups, Core Publications Working Groups, Global Project team, and has established contacts at other Novo Nordisk affiliates and Novo Nordisk headquarters. The Director works closely with the Global leads for publications to ensure local NNI processes and deliverables are aligned with the overarching global publications strategies and practices. The Director is also expected to network effectively with external resources (e.g., advisors, investigators, Key Opinion Leaders and authors), work closely with external medical writing agencies and technology vendors, and be an active member of and represent the Company at professional organizations and industry consortia.

Essential Functions

• General:
  • Works independently with minimal direction
  • Drives the strategy for the NNI publications and information team with a focus on identifying areas of future need to remain best in class and developing action plans for implementation
  • Functions at a subject matter expert level; demonstrates leadership qualities
  • Leads cross-functional project teams locally and/or globally
  • Acts as a project leader with minimal manager oversight
  • Has the ability to identify and resolve problems related to scientific publication and information projects, processes or tasks, with minimal management support
  • Exercises judgment within defined procedures and policies
  • Is a recognized expert and main point of contact that provides guidance and information regarding publication and information activities for internal and external stakeholders
  • Engages directly with external HCPs/KOLs related to authorship and publications
  • Applies their experience to the quality assessment of documents
  • Develops, updates and reviews procedures and SOPS to improve efficiency, workflow, quality and implementation
  • Responsible for managing, tracking, and reporting on the SP&I base and launch and other budgets including: forecasting, planning, phasing, project and vendor management
• Publications:
  • Oversees the development and update of NNI publication strategies and publication plans for each therapeutic area in alignment with global and NNI and NN medical strategies and publication plans
  • Oversees the execution and reporting of publication plan activities
  • Interacts with local and global publication groups, journals, editors, authors, and others as necessary to ensure the successful completion of publication projects
  • As needed, prepares and reviews manuscripts, meeting abstracts, scientific poster presentations, and other documents necessary for publication support
  • May be responsible for planning author meetings and interacting with (potential) authors at advisory board meetings
  • Participates as needed in PPG functions, follow up on meetings, proposals etc., and provides guidance and direction to the team with regards to their roles as PPG members
  • Provides guidance/conducts training of internal and external stakeholders on publication planning and processes
  • Oversees publication communications, e.g. Newsletter, announcements, etc.
  • Oversees the planning, management and tracking of author engagements in HCP Rex, Datavision
  • Expert level of system use of Envision, etc.
  • Expert knowledge of external publication guidelines, SOPs, NN guidelines and governance. Point of contact for all publications and information related matters
  • Understands and revises procedures to conform to guidelines and legislation that may impact publications. Educates others as needed

• Scientific Information:
  • Ensures relevant information is provided to business areas on published literature and news related to Novo Nordisk and competitors
  • Oversees local document delivery requests using in-house and external sources and providers
  • Oversees local copyright compliance and provides oversight for the Copyright portal
  • Aligns subscription activities with global partners
  • Periodically evaluates document delivery streams to identify opportunities to increase efficiency and/or eliminate redundancies and proactively takes action to remedy, including review with management
  • Oversees the delivery and development of information services (landscape assessments, search reports, alerts) to internal stakeholders
  • Deploy artificial intelligence and automation capabilities for efficiencies and innovations in scientific publications and information

Physical Requirements

10-20% overnight travel required.

Development of People

Supervisory. Ensure that reporting personnel have individual development plans (IDP), with annual goals and measurements that are consistent with the priorities of the business, and that interim reviews are held so that their work is focused on those priorities, and they understand their level of accountability for results and the measurement process. Ensure that the IDP forms include completed learning and aspiration plans and are in place for all reporting personnel to enable the achievement of goals and capability to assume increased levels of responsibility. Manage the application and communication of all Novo Nordisk policies, procedures, and Novo Nordisk Way.

Qualifications

• An MS, MD or PhD in a Life Science or a PharmD required
• CMPP preferred but not required
• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in academia, pharma or medical communication agency or publishing company required with a PhD, MD or PharmD, and 12+ years of relevant experience with an MS
• Demonstrated proficiency and experience in the preparation of publications
• Advanced understanding of regulatory requirements and drug development processes
• Deep leadership and strategy-setting experience
• Clinical understanding of Novo Nordisk therapeutic areas of interest, including pipeline products
• Project management expertise with ability to concurrently manage multiple projects with adherence to timelines and budget constraints
• Superior presentation skills. Advanced verbal and written communication skills
• Outstanding planning and organizational skills with high attention to quality of detail
• Proficient in industry guidelines and regulations applicable to publications (OIG, AMA, FDA, GPP, PhRMA, etc.)
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use and understanding of computer software (e.g., word processing, graphics, document management) and basic knowledge of AI and technology solutions with regards to publications and scientific information             

The base compensation range for this position is $[ ] to $[ ]. Base compensation is determined based on a number of factors. This position is also eligible for a company bonus based on individual and company performance. 

Novo Nordisk offers long-term incentive compensation and or company vehicles depending on the position's level or other company factors. 

Employees are also eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs including medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement program; and voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance and auto/home insurance. The Company also offers time off pursuant to its sick time policy, flex-able vacation policy, and parental leave policy.

The base compensation range for this position is $215,000 to $260,000. Base compensation is determined based on a number of factors. This position is also eligible for a company bonus based on individual and company performance.  
 
Novo Nordisk offers long-term incentive compensation and or company vehicles depending on the position's level or other company factors.  
 
Employees are also eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs including medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement program; and voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance and auto/home insurance. The Company also offers time off pursuant to its sick time policy, flex-able vacation policy, and parental leave policy. 

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.

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