Clinical Operations Lead, Obesity

Are you passionate about clinical trial operations? Do you want to play a key role in driving ambitious obesity drug development programmes? If you are ready to make a difference in the treatment of obesity, you could be our new Clinical Operations Lead. Apply now for a life-changing career!

The position

As a Clinical Operations Lead at Novo Nordisk, you will:

• Define, set up, and prepare clinical trials with operational excellence to benefit participants and the company.
• Translate strategies and aspirations into operational actions and excellence.
• Assume accountability for the start-up and initiation of one or more global clinical trials.
• Be responsible for trial start-up activities from protocol development to successful patient recruitment.Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders (e.g., Strategic Project Teams, Trial Squads, Medical and Science Teams, Regulatory Affairs) and engage with the external scientific environment.

The position is based in Søborg, Denmark, with a global scope. Some international travel may be required.

Qualifications

You will be a great asset to 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 initiation 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.

As a person, you lead through influence, coaching, and inspiration, empowering teams to take ownership and deliver with excellence. You embrace change with resilience and agility, motivating others to adopt new ways of working and drive continuous improvement. Your impact and influence are evident in the execution and enhancement of core clinical processes. With a global mindset, you value diversity of thought and foster inclusive decision-making. You build trust and engagement across functions through transparency, empathy, and a collaborative approach.

About the department

In our project area, we cover the entire spectrum of clinical development activities within the Obesity portfolio, ranging from clinical pharmacology trials to larger phase 3a programmes and phase 3b/4 life cycle management activities for our marketed products. You will work with colleagues across our global organisation in a dynamic and collaborative environment. The role is based in Søborg, Denmark, where you will join a team dedicated to driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.

Working at Novo Nordisk

Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with an unconventional spirit, a rare determination and a constant curiosity. For over 100 years this unordinary mindset has seen us build a company unlike any other. One where a collective passion for our purpose, mutual respect and a willingness to go beyond what we know delivers extraordinary results.

Contact and Deadline

For further information, please contact Senior Director Jeanett Borsdal-Hansen at +45 30757085 or get to know us better by visiting www.novonordisk.com/careers.

Apply by 06 January 2026.

Novo Nordisk is currently in the process of adjusting job titles globally. Please note that the job title listed in this advertisement may be subject to change. More detailed information will be provided during the recruitment process.

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

We’re not your typical healthcare company. In a modern world of quick fixes, we focus on solutions to defeat serious chronic diseases and promote long-term health. Our unordinary mindset is at the heart of everything we do. We seek out new ideas and put people first as we push the boundaries of science, make healthcare more accessible, and treat, prevent, and even cure diseases that affect millions of lives. Because it takes an unordinary approach to drive real, lasting change in health.