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About The Department The Clinical, Medical and Regulatory (CMR) department at Novo Nordisk is one of the most diverse and collaborative groups within the organization. We interact with healthcare providers, develop and implement regulatory strategies with the FDA, provide medical education, and collect data to support efficacy and new product development. Our patient‑centered focus drives us to find better and more innovative ways to improve patients’ quality of life around the world.
The Position The Medical Director serves as the subject‑matter expert for our products and related data within a Therapeutic Area (including Diabetes‑GLP‑1, Diabetes‑Insulins, Cardiorenal Diseases, Obesity, NASH, Rare Blood Disorders, Rare Endocrine Diseases, and Neurodegenerative Diseases). This role will interface with key stakeholders across CMR, Marketing, and the Global organization to drive scientific exchange and communication with external Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), Healthcare Professionals (HCPs), and other stakeholders. The Medical Director will assist the Senior Medical Director in developing and executing strategic priorities within a therapeutic area, including medical product and evidence generation plans based on marketplace insights. The role may also lead the Core Medical Team, Project Team (co‑chair), and National Advisory Board meetings for a therapeutic area, at the discretion of the Executive Director of Medical Affairs.
Relationships This position reports directly to the Senior Director, Medical Affairs and will assist the Executive Director and Senior Director (where applicable) in managing multiple internal relationships within Novo Nordisk Inc. and Global HQ. Key internal relationships include Field Medical Affairs, Medical Strategy & Operations, Medical Information, Publications, Clinical Directors, HEOR Directors, Global Medical Directors, Marketing, and Market Access. External relationships include expert advisory board members, investigators, other consultants, and key customer groups.
Essential Functions Evidence Generation
Provide input to Product Development Plan (PDP) and Evidence Generation Plan (EGP) in collaboration with the Senior Medical Director.
Serve as Nj Medical Affairs representative on the Medical & Science Team.
Review and provide comments to trial outlines/protocols for Novo Nordisk‑sponsored clinical trials.
Review proposals for investigator‑sponsored studies (ISS) and provide comments to RGC Chair.
Attend Research Grants Committee meetings and participate in decisions for ISS proposals.
Assist with identification and support of National Leaders/National Expert Panels for select clinical trials.
Support investigator meetings and serve on the Clinical Trial Strategy Team to identify investigators, sites, and risks to trial planning and execution.
KOL and Association Engagement
Assist Senior Medical Director with planning and execution of National Advisory Board meetings (or lead planning and execution).
Deliver clinical data and other presentations at National Advisory Board meetings and gather feedback.
Support other advisory boards with clinical data and medical presentations.
Partner with professional associations and their leadership to identify shared goals and initiatives.
Publication Planning
Serve on Publication Planning Group and review abstracts, posters, and manuscripts.
Prepare and support presenting external authors.
Develop local US publication plan, including abstracts, reviews, and supplements.
Independent Medical Education (IME)
Assist in developing medical education priorities and IME plan in collaboration with the IME lead.
Review and assist with selection of proposals for IME grant funding.
Medical Guidance
Train Field Medical Affairs team on disease‑state topics and clinical trial data.
Train Sales and Market Access teams on clinical trial data and prescribing information.
Review and approve Medical Information letters and AMCP dossier.
Support Speakers’ Bureau and provide medical review of all materials for PRB.
Provide medical guidance to Marketing and serve on Extended Brand Team.
Serve on Extended Medical Team and assist with development of Medical Product Plan.
Represent NNI Medical Affairs on Global Core Medical Team.
Collaborate with HEOR on clinical input for projects.
Serve on Local Labeling Committee and provide medical input to Regulatory Affairs.
Physical Requirements 20–30% overnight travel required. Position is field‑based; ideal candidates can be based remotely anywhere in the United States, preferably on the East Coast and near a major airport, yet able to travel to Plainsboro, NJ regularly.
Qualifications
MD, DO, PhD, or PharmD required.
A minimum of 5 years of combined clinical, research, or Pharma experience required.
Experience in the relevant therapeutic area (Obesity) strongly preferred.
Strong strategic mindset; understanding of market needs and resource allocation.
Excellent communication and presentation skills; experience working in complex matrix environments and strong stakeholder management.
Strong tactical familiarity with the design, oversight, and assessment of clinical trials and other MA tools (expertise in clinical trial methodology and conduct, GCP principles, medical product support activities, publications, ISS, medical education).
Novo Nordisk is currently in the process of adjusting job titles globally. Please note that the job title listed in this advertisement may be subject to change. More detailed information will be provided during the recruitment process.
The job posting is anticipated to close on December 17, 2025. The base compensation range for this position is $250,000 to $315,000, with eligibility for a company bonus based on individual and company performance. Novo Nordisk offers long‑term incentive compensation and/or company vehicles depending on the position’s level or other company factors.
Employees are eligible to participate in company employee benefit programs including medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement program; and voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance and auto/home insurance. The company also offers time off pursuant to its sick time policy, flexible vacation policy, and parental leave policy.
We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.
If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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Medical Director - Obesity
role at
BioSpace .
About The Department The Clinical, Medical and Regulatory (CMR) department at Novo Nordisk is one of the most diverse and collaborative groups within the organization. We interact with healthcare providers, develop and implement regulatory strategies with the FDA, provide medical education, and collect data to support efficacy and new product development. Our patient‑centered focus drives us to find better and more innovative ways to improve patients’ quality of life around the world.
The Position The Medical Director serves as the subject‑matter expert for our products and related data within a Therapeutic Area (including Diabetes‑GLP‑1, Diabetes‑Insulins, Cardiorenal Diseases, Obesity, NASH, Rare Blood Disorders, Rare Endocrine Diseases, and Neurodegenerative Diseases). This role will interface with key stakeholders across CMR, Marketing, and the Global organization to drive scientific exchange and communication with external Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), Healthcare Professionals (HCPs), and other stakeholders. The Medical Director will assist the Senior Medical Director in developing and executing strategic priorities within a therapeutic area, including medical product and evidence generation plans based on marketplace insights. The role may also lead the Core Medical Team, Project Team (co‑chair), and National Advisory Board meetings for a therapeutic area, at the discretion of the Executive Director of Medical Affairs.
Relationships This position reports directly to the Senior Director, Medical Affairs and will assist the Executive Director and Senior Director (where applicable) in managing multiple internal relationships within Novo Nordisk Inc. and Global HQ. Key internal relationships include Field Medical Affairs, Medical Strategy & Operations, Medical Information, Publications, Clinical Directors, HEOR Directors, Global Medical Directors, Marketing, and Market Access. External relationships include expert advisory board members, investigators, other consultants, and key customer groups.
Essential Functions Evidence Generation
Provide input to Product Development Plan (PDP) and Evidence Generation Plan (EGP) in collaboration with the Senior Medical Director.
Serve as Nj Medical Affairs representative on the Medical & Science Team.
Review and provide comments to trial outlines/protocols for Novo Nordisk‑sponsored clinical trials.
Review proposals for investigator‑sponsored studies (ISS) and provide comments to RGC Chair.
Attend Research Grants Committee meetings and participate in decisions for ISS proposals.
Assist with identification and support of National Leaders/National Expert Panels for select clinical trials.
Support investigator meetings and serve on the Clinical Trial Strategy Team to identify investigators, sites, and risks to trial planning and execution.
KOL and Association Engagement
Assist Senior Medical Director with planning and execution of National Advisory Board meetings (or lead planning and execution).
Deliver clinical data and other presentations at National Advisory Board meetings and gather feedback.
Support other advisory boards with clinical data and medical presentations.
Partner with professional associations and their leadership to identify shared goals and initiatives.
Publication Planning
Serve on Publication Planning Group and review abstracts, posters, and manuscripts.
Prepare and support presenting external authors.
Develop local US publication plan, including abstracts, reviews, and supplements.
Independent Medical Education (IME)
Assist in developing medical education priorities and IME plan in collaboration with the IME lead.
Review and assist with selection of proposals for IME grant funding.
Medical Guidance
Train Field Medical Affairs team on disease‑state topics and clinical trial data.
Train Sales and Market Access teams on clinical trial data and prescribing information.
Review and approve Medical Information letters and AMCP dossier.
Support Speakers’ Bureau and provide medical review of all materials for PRB.
Provide medical guidance to Marketing and serve on Extended Brand Team.
Serve on Extended Medical Team and assist with development of Medical Product Plan.
Represent NNI Medical Affairs on Global Core Medical Team.
Collaborate with HEOR on clinical input for projects.
Serve on Local Labeling Committee and provide medical input to Regulatory Affairs.
Physical Requirements 20–30% overnight travel required. Position is field‑based; ideal candidates can be based remotely anywhere in the United States, preferably on the East Coast and near a major airport, yet able to travel to Plainsboro, NJ regularly.
Qualifications
MD, DO, PhD, or PharmD required.
A minimum of 5 years of combined clinical, research, or Pharma experience required.
Experience in the relevant therapeutic area (Obesity) strongly preferred.
Strong strategic mindset; understanding of market needs and resource allocation.
Excellent communication and presentation skills; experience working in complex matrix environments and strong stakeholder management.
Strong tactical familiarity with the design, oversight, and assessment of clinical trials and other MA tools (expertise in clinical trial methodology and conduct, GCP principles, medical product support activities, publications, ISS, medical education).
Novo Nordisk is currently in the process of adjusting job titles globally. Please note that the job title listed in this advertisement may be subject to change. More detailed information will be provided during the recruitment process.
The job posting is anticipated to close on December 17, 2025. The base compensation range for this position is $250,000 to $315,000, with eligibility for a company bonus based on individual and company performance. Novo Nordisk offers long‑term incentive compensation and/or company vehicles depending on the position’s level or other company factors.
Employees are eligible to participate in company employee benefit programs including medical, dental and vision coverage; life insurance; disability insurance; 401(k) savings plan; flexible spending accounts; employee assistance program; tuition reimbursement program; and voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance and auto/home insurance. The company also offers time off pursuant to its sick time policy, flexible vacation policy, and parental leave policy.
We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.
If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
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