Director, Clinical Development Center

Do you want to shape the future of clinical research and lead impactful change at scale? As Director, Clinical Development Centre (CDC), you will play a pivotal strategic role, overseeing clinical operations and driving excellence across Germany. This is an opportunity to combine strategic leadership with operational execution in a truly global R&D environment.

Your new role

As Director, CDC, you are accountable for the strategic direction, performance and development of the Clinical Development Centre, ensuring delivery of high‑quality clinical trials aligned with global Research & Development objectives.

• Define and implement the CDC Germany  strategy and organisational plans in line with global drug development priorities
• Own overall portfolio performance, productivity, KPIs, budget oversight and risk management across the CDC
• Lead, develop and inspire the CDC Germany leadership teams, driving talent development, succession planning and engagement
• Build strong internal and external stakeholder relationships and represent Novo Nordisk with key partners and authorities
• Ensure compliant, inspection‑ready execution of clinical trials in accordance with ICH‑GCP and regulatory requirements

Your new department

The Clinical Development Centres (CDCs) are a core part of Novo Nordisk’s Global Trial Portfolio organisation. The CDCs are responsible for delivering clinicaltrials locally, working closely with global project teams, l Medical & Regulatory (M&R), regional organisations and external stakeholders. The CDC plays a critical role in translating global clinical strategies into high‑quality execution, ultimately bringing innovative treatments to patients faster.

Your skills and qualifications

To succeed in this role, you bring strong operational and scientific expertise, proven leadership experience and a strategic mindset.

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences or a related field; a Master’s degree is preferred
• Minimum 10 years of experience in clinical research, including senior strategic leadership roles.
• Deep expertise in clinical trial execution, monitoring, site management, regulatory compliance and clinical quality
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex organisations and manage senior leaders in a global matrix environment
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and change‑leadership skills, with the ability to navigate ambiguity
• Full fluency in English. German fluency is highly valued.

As a person, you are an inclusive, purpose‑driven leader who builds trust through integrity, transparency and strong interpersonal skills. You navigate complexity and ambiguity with confidence, demonstrating resilience and sound judgement in a fast‑moving, global environment. You are recognised for your ability to inspire and engage senior leaders and teams, foster collaboration across functions and cultures, and lead through change with empathy and clarity.

Working at Novo Nordisk

Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with determination, constant curiosity and a commitment to finding better ways forward. For over 100 years, this dedication has driven us to build a company focused on lasting change for long-term health. One where diverse thinking, shared purpose and mutual respect come together to create extraordinary results. When you join us, you're not just starting a job – you're becoming part of a story that spans generations.

What we offer

There is, of course, more on offer here than the uniqueness of our culture and the extraordinary results we produce. Being part of a global healthcare company means opportunities to learn and develop are all around us, while our benefits are designed with your career and life stage in mind. Learn more about our Reward Philosophy here. 

Deadline:
Apply submitting your CV In English before June 24th 2026.

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 preventing 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.