Global Medical Director for Cell Therapy Innovation

1 month ago


Ballerup, Ballerup Kommune, Denmark Novo Nordisk Full time
Transformative Role in Cell Therapy Development

Are you a seasoned medical professional seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity to drive innovation in cell therapy? As a Senior International Medical Director at Novo Nordisk, you will lead groundbreaking projects that redefine patient care and shape the future of this rapidly evolving field.

The position involves working with cross-functional teams, including clinical operations, non-clinical research, Medical Writing, Program Management, Regulatory Affairs, CMC, Device engineering, commercial, and other functions. You will be a key representative interacting with internal and external stakeholders, including KOLs and PIs.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

  • Providing medical leadership for assigned projects in the T1D space in Cell Therapy R&D portfolio.
  • Acting as a consultant/expert on medically related issues within Cell Therapy R&D.
  • Designing and outlining Cell Therapy clinical development strategies, plans, and trials, including timely implementation.
  • Providing strategic leadership in the T1D therapeutic area Cell Therapy R&D TRU.
  • Representing cell therapy and T1D therapeutic area across NN.
  • Leading or being an actively contributing member of Global Project Teams and/or Clinical Development Team(s).

The role is based in Maaloev, Denmark, and involves working with a global team across several time zones, with an estimated 10% travel requirement.

To thrive in this role, we expect you to have:

  • A university degree in Life Sciences: MD, PhD, or MD/PhD.
  • 7 years+ of relevant experience within clinical research or pharmaceutical drug development.
  • Experience in Endocrinology or Diabetes therapeutic area; advanced therapeutic medicinal therapies (ATMP) experience incl. cell therapy would be an asset.
  • A comprehensive understanding of global drug development and the R&D value chain.
  • Experience in interaction with global regulatory authorities.

You will bring strong networking skills, effective communication and presentation skills, and a collaborative mindset to foster teamwork and achieve shared objectives. Your proficiency in both written and spoken English is at an advanced level.

About the Department

In Cell Therapy R&D, our mission is to improve the lives of patients suffering from serious chronic diseases through innovative stem cell-based therapies. We are committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve, and communities we operate in.

We cover the full pharmaceutical value chain, from research to commercial, including a GMP manufacturing site in Fremont, working in close collaboration with leading international scientists and colleagues across Novo Nordisk.

The Cell Therapy Development area is part of Cell Therapy R&D and encompasses an organization of approximately 22 professionals spread across several locations and time zones. Located at our Maaloev site in Denmark, the team collaborates closely with the larger Novo Nordisk Development organization, including the newly formed US-based East Coast Hub and our commercial partners in Rare Disease.



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