International Medical Scientist

Department – Medical Data Review, Centralised Monitoring Unit – Bangalore, GBS

Are you motivated by transforming the lives of patients worldwide with life-changing therapeutic solutions to deliver optimal patient care to those patients with the greatest unmet need. Are you passionate about clinical trials and medical research? Do you want to be part of a team that drives the development of new drugs and medical devices? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you as an International Medical Scientist at Novo Nordisk. Read more and apply today for a life-changing career.

As an International Medical Scientist at Novo Nordisk, you will collaborate closely with colleagues across the Novo Nordisk organization.

The main responsibilities are:

• Contribute to planning and Management of Clinical Development Program: Medical input to clinical development program(s) for phases 2 – 4 as applicable.

• Overall responsible for conduct part of the clinical trials - Clinical Trial Execution & Monitoring -Provide medical oversight during trial conduct of clinical development program, handle medical queries, protocol deviations, and ensure data accuracy through Clinical laboratory surveillance and Medical Monitoring.
• Responsible for medical oversight in delegated projects during execution and drive progress solving in trial-related issues, participate in Medical & Science Teams (MST), safety committees as applicable.
• Contribute with medical input to periodic updates of Investigator’s Brochure and review of medical content of Clinical Trial Reports as applicable

• Medical Device Support -Provide input on risk management, Supporting medical input to medical device technical file documentation and to other medical device development and life-cycle management activities
• Medical Coordination - Act as a liaison between core teams (e.g., Medical Specialists, line managers, GPTs) and ensure alignment with clinical development goals
• Compliance Support to Audit and Inspections - manage medical monitoring audits and support post-audit actions as a Subject Matter Expert (SME).

The job is globally oriented, and Responsibility covers clinical product development worldwide. The job requires collaboration with stakeholders within Novo Nordisk global organisation and countries all over the globe. The job is geographically placed in BLR but has global scope. High degree of cross-cultural awareness is needed.

We are looking for a candidate who meets the following qualifications:

• Medical Degree (MD/MBBS); advanced qualifications (PhD, or DM) is preferred and worked with Cardiovascular & Endocrine disorders.
• Proven experience in clinical development of new molecule or scientific roles such as clinician/physician, medical specialist, Principal Investigator/Co-Investigator for Phase 2-3 trials or related industry positions.
• Preferably skilled in medical expertise from Pharma/Biotech Company, experience in strategic planning and managing clinical trials and development in the pharmaceutical or medical device sector.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities, in English as a business language.

You are a dedicated, open-minded, and innovative team player with good collaborations skills. The job requires a high degree of independence and team spirit. Therefore, focus as well as flexibility is important due to several tasks will be coming from different stakeholders, and expectation management is key to success.

About the department

You will join as 'International Medical Scientist' which is Medical and Science role in the Medical Data Review Team in the Centralized Monitoring Unit Department based out of GBS Bangalore. Our team is dedicated to driving innovation and excellence in the development of new medicines. We work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, where collaboration and teamwork are key to our success. The unit is comprised of talented professionals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients.

Novo Nordisk is a leading global healthcare company with a 100-year legacy of driving change to defeat serious chronic diseases. Building on our strong legacy within diabetes, we are growing massively and expanding our commitment, reaching millions around the world and impacting more than 40 million patient lives daily. All of this has made us one of the 20 most valuable companies in the world by market cap. Our success relies on the joint potential and collaboration of our more than 63,000 employees around the world. We recognize the importance of the unique skills and perspectives our people bring to the table, and we work continuously to bring out the best in them. Working at Novo Nordisk, we’re working toward something bigger than ourselves, and it’s a collective effort. Join us! Together, we go further. Together, we’re life changing.

Contact

If you believe you are a match for the above requirements and are willing to take up the role, please apply here with our online application tool.

Deadline

Apply on or before: 23rd January 2025.

Disclaimer

It has been brought to our attention that there have recently been instances of fraudulent job offers, purporting to be from Novo Nordisk and/or its affiliate companies. The individuals or organizations sending these false employment offers may pose as a Novo Nordisk recruiter or representative and request personal information, purchasing of equipment or funds to further the recruitment process or offer paid trainings. Be advised that Novo Nordisk does not extend unsolicited employment offers. Furthermore, Novo Nordisk does not charge prospective employees with fees or make requests for funding as a part of the recruitment process.

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.