Principal Clinical Pharmacology Specialist

Are you looking for an opportunity to contribute scientifically and strategically to research and early development? Are you passionate about Clinical Pharmacology and want to drive first-in-human activities across therapeutic areas? Do you want to be part of a curious, innovative, and experimenting area that values learning and improvements? Then read more and apply, as you might be our new Principal Clinical Pharmacology Specialist!
The position
As a Principal Clinical Pharmacology Specialist, you will be responsible for leading the early clinical pharmacology strategies.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing First Human Dose (FHD) and other early development trials across Novo Nordisk portfolio.
• Be scientifically responsible for design and execution of trials, result interpretation and communication.
• Drive and coordinate activities in the Clinical Pharmacology Project Team including dose setting.
• Participate and coordinate trial safety groups.
• Provide scientific input and collaborate closely with internal and external partners involved in managing our clinical trials.
• Representing Clinical Pharmacology and Global Translation in the Global Project Teams.
• Represent Clinical Pharmacology in Translational Teams.
• Interact with Health Authorities and KOLs.
• As a senior member of the team, you will also play a key supporting role in the development of an area, sharing knowledge and increasing innovation in early development at Novo Nordisk.

Qualifications
You hold a Ph.D. degree in Life Sciences and/or MD combined with experience in drug development and extensive knowledge within Clinical Pharmacology.
To thrive and succeed in the role, you have:

• Strong scientific mindset combined with great experience in planning and conducting clinical pharmacology trials.
• Great understanding of clinical dosing aspects including first human dose setting and pharmacokinetics/pharmacodynamics.
• Experience in leading cross-functional global teams in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with high-performing colleagues.
• Proficient in spoken and written English with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

On a personal level, you are a dedicated team player who inspires trust among colleagues and stakeholders. You have a quality mindset, meet your deadlines, and communicate effectively. Independence, initiative, and innovation should always be demonstrated when prioritizing, planning for and performing tasks.

About the department
Early Clinical Pharmacology is an area in Research and Early Development. As an integrated part of Global Translation, we are scientifically and operationally responsible for designing, planning and executing of first-in-human and other early clinical pharmacology trials in new and exciting areas across Novo Nordisk portfolio.
The Early Clinical Pharmacology area consists of Clinical Pharmacology Specialists working closely together with a team of engaged and highly skilled Trial Managers, and Clinical Trial Administrators in a flexible, and cross-functional setting. We collaborate and share knowledge to benefit each other and ultimately the patients. As an employee in our diverse and inclusive area where different perspectives are valued, you will take up a lot of responsibility and gain support to develop. You can expect to grow both on a personal and professional level because we encourage all our employee to take responsibility, together with us, for their professional and personal development.
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 Julie Hjerpsted, Senior Director of Early Clinical Development, at +45 30751915.
Deadline
15 October 2024.
If you recognize yourself in the description above, please apply rather today than tomorrow, as we call for interviews on an ongoing basis and we will close the position as soon as we find the right candidate.
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 to 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.