VP RWE

Are you passionate about developing comprehensive Real-world evidence (RWE) strategies? Do you have a knack for strategically communicating scientific data in a compelling way? We are looking for a new leader to join our team and drive innovation in RWE and Scientific Communications at Novo Nordisk.
If you're enthusiastic about driving real-world innovation and have the skills Novo Nordisk is looking for, this could be a fantastic opportunity for you.

The position
As the new VP RWE & Scientific Communications, you will:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive RWE strategy to address critical data gaps in key international operations (IO) markets, ensuring impactful insights for clinical practice, regulatory needs, and market access strategies.
• Lead the planning and development of strategic and high-quality scientific communication, including publications and presentations, while ensuring compliance with regulatory and ethical standards.
• Partner with internal teams and collaborate with external stakeholders to align RWE and scientific communication with business needs and ensure credibility.
• Shape and steer execution of international RWE programs together with the team, ensuring timely execution, monitoring of impact, and continuously improving processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Build and lead a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability, and addressing skill gaps through development programs.

As a leader you are curious, open, and honest, and you enjoy seeing your team shine and succeed through collaboration. You have a can-do attitude and strategic mindset. You can motivate and inspire teams.

The role reports into Yan Cai, Senior Vice President Medical & Marketing, International Operations-Strategic Operations (IO-SO), Novo Nordisk.
You will lead a team of 5 direct reports and the position will be based in Zurich, Switzerland.

Qualifications
Our VP RWE & Scientific Communications requires:

• Preferably MD or PharmD with specialty training and/or significant research background in cardiometabolic disease area.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in RWE, Medical Affairs or scientific communication, with a strong background in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Proven expertise in designing and executing RWE studies and translating findings into actionable insights.
• Strong understanding of regulatory, market access, and healthcare system dynamics in global markets.
• Highly strategic mindset and ability to connect stakeholders across departments.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with a track record of building and leading high-performing teams.

About the department
Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, IO covers twenty-two time-zones and has over 14,000 employees around the world working passionately to change over 20 million patients’ lives each day.

Working at Novo Nordisk
At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in 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.

Deadline
The position is urgent. Please apply before 30th January 2025.
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.