Digital Innovation Leader for Pharmaceutical Partnerships

7 hours ago


Ballerup, Ballerup Kommune, Denmark Novo Nordisk AS Full time

About the Role


We are seeking a highly skilled Digital Innovation Leader to join our team at Novo Nordisk A/S in Copenhagen (Denmark) or Boston (US). As Director of External Digital Partnerships, you will play a crucial role in shaping and accelerating scientific innovation in early research and drug discovery.



Key Responsibilities



  • Strategic Partnership Development: Identify and mature digital opportunities with external partners, ensuring that projects address strategic needs within R&ED, together with subject matter experts, Search & Evaluation, and supporting functions colleagues.
  • Cross-Functional Project Leadership: Lead cross-functional project teams to drive the execution of major digital partnerships by providing project management and strategic direction, ensuring scientific relevance, and high-quality project deliverables.
  • Stakeholder Management: Provide strong internal and external stakeholder management to ensure continuous alignment on scientific and business value.
  • Business Development: Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and develop partnership opportunities with strategic fit.
  • Network Development: Develop a robust network of relevant external companies and institutions in the digital space of drug discovery.
  • Strategic Planning: Develop long- and short-term business strategies and plans for engagement with key external digital partners and oversee implementation.


Requirements


To thrive in this role, you should have a PhD in computational science, data science, bioinformatics or similar. You should also have proven experience in in-silico/AI-driven drug discovery from pharmaceutical companies, biotech, and tech companies, hands-on experience in project leadership and management, solid industry experience working with external partners in the digital space of drug discovery, and proven experience in business development, including identifying and evaluating new opportunities, and managing external partnerships.



About the Department


At Digital Science External Partnerships (DSEP), we are dedicated to formulating the digital external innovation strategy and driving its execution in close collaboration with stakeholders across R&ED. Our role encompasses identifying, prioritizing, and project-managing strategic digital partnerships. We are committed to delivering value and ensuring access to cutting-edge technologies, such as AI/ML and LLM-based methodologies, as well as human cohort data, all of which are instrumental for target/biomarker discovery, computational biology, and drug design in early research and drug discovery.



About Novo Nordisk A/S


Novo Nordisk is a global healthcare company with a strong focus on diabetes care, hemophilia, growth hormone therapy, and biopharmaceuticals. We are committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of people living with serious chronic conditions.



Salary and Benefits


The estimated salary for this position is €120,000 - €180,000 per year, depending on location and experience. Additionally, you can expect a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plan, and paid time off.



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