Clinical Project Lead

Would you like to join a team that plays a crucial role in the ambitious drug development programs at Novo Nordisk? Are you looking forward to building your career in a global company offering numerous opportunities for both personal and professional development? 

If so, you might be the perfect fit as one of our new Clinical Project Leads! 

We currently have several openings in Rare Disease and Advanced Therapies area. You will become part of a dedicated team that values an open mindset, flexibility, strong collaboration, and having fun. The Rare Disease field is one where Novo Nordisk is actively exploring many innovative treatment options. 

Don’t miss this opportunity—apply today and be part of a life-changing journey! 

The position 

As a Clinical Project Lead (CPL), you will take on a senior role with extensive responsibilities, overseeing the end-to-end planning, execution, and completion of global trials at Novo Nordisk. 

Your main responsibilities will include: 

• Leading the global cross-functional study teams to drive the clinical trials successfully and collaborating with Novo Nordisk affiliates and CROs globally to accomplish our goals. 
• Driving the effective functioning of the trial team, which includes designated Global Trial Managers and Global Clinical Trial Administrators. Although direct people management responsibilities are not included, you will have project oversight. 
• Chairing the trial squad- a group of relevant stakeholders outside of Clinical Operations.  
• Holding overall accountability for the studies and clinical activities. 
• Ensuring that project key deliverables are met on time, at a high quality, and within budget by leveraging your extensive project leadership skills and solid experience in conducting clinical trials. 

We offer great personal development opportunities within a large global organization, allowing you to grow and advance in your career. You will take on extensive responsibilities in an empowering culture that values initiative and leadership. As part of a world-class company, you will contribute to ambitious drug development programs across both established and emerging therapeutic areas. Our diverse and inclusive working culture fosters innovation and collaboration, creating an environment where new ideas are welcomed. Additionally, we provide a flexible working environment to support a healthy work-life balance. 

The job is based in Søborg in Denmark but has a global scope. Some travelling may be part of the job. 

Qualifications 
You will be a great asset to our team because you have: 

• MSc in Natural, Health or Pharmaceutical Science with at least five years of relevant experience or BSc in Natural, Health or Pharmaceutical Science (or equivalent) with at least seven years of relevant experience. 
• Extensive experience in all operational aspects of planning, conducting and finalizing of clinical trials from a cross-functional organizational work. 
• Experience with CRO management and trial oversight is preferable. 
• Demonstrated strong Project Management expertise. 
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, demonstrating respect for individuals. 

You have a proven ability to impact and influence the execution and improvement of core clinical processes. With in-depth knowledge of clinical trial methodology and extensive clinical project management experience, you work independently with minimal guidance. Your strong communication and leadership skills enable you to navigate a complex stakeholder landscape effectively, contributing to both project strategy and the successful execution of clinical trials. 

 
About the department 
In Novo Nordisk we are working within 5 areas: 

Obesity, Liver Diseases & Devices: We drive obesity, liver diseases & device portfolio by developing new and better treatments for people with obesity and/or liver diseases and cover the device development. We are responsible for the establishment of medical and clinical strategies as well as for the execution of clinical trials within our area. We cover all phases (1-4) of the clinical trials including decentralized trials and pediatric studies. 

 
Diabetes: Within Diabetes we drive clinical activities on new innovative treatments and marketed products. We cover phases from early phase 1 to global phase 3a programs with decentralized elements, and life cycle management activities including non-interventional/pragmatic studies to generate real world evidence data. 

 
CagriSema: To accelerate and expand the promising novel therapy CagriSema within obesity and diabetes, a dedicated area has been established as part of Clinical Drug Development. Here, you will help us deliver innovative medicines and drive improved patient outcomes as you take on responsibility for the planning and execution of global clinical trials in Phases 1-4. By contributing to our shared mindset of collaboration and curiosity, you bring innovation to our clinical trials and pave the way for the success of our mission. 

 
OSCD & Outcomes: We drive the entire spectrum of clinical activities on new innovative treatments within the Cardiovascular diseases, Heart failure, chronic kidney diseases and Alzheimer disease portfolio from phase 1 trials to large phase 3a programs and phase 3b/4 life cycle management activities. 

 
Rare Disease and Advanced Therapies: Novo Nordisk has for many years been pioneers in rare bleeding disorders (such as hemophilia), and rare endocrine disorders (such as growth hormone deficiency) and we keep expanding into more indications and new therapeutic areas. We currently have several ongoing Phase 1-4 trials within Rare Blood, Rare Bleeding and Rare Endocrine Disorders. We are also responsible for the clinical execution of the Novo Nordisk stem cell portfolio. Today we span over various technologies such as proteins, monoclonal antibodies, cells, and gene therapy. 

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 necessary 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 Nan Brinchmann Hildebrandt (Director) at +45 34486034 or Charlotte Ørsted Pedersen at +45 30790129. 

 
Deadline 
12 March 2025.  

Screening and interviewing will be done on an ongoing basis.  
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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.