Medical Director - Rare Endocrine Disorders

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. From healthcare provider interactions and developing and implementing regulatory strategies with the FDA to providing medical education and collecting data to support efficacy and new product development, CMR is involved. The one thing that keeps us all marching to the same beat is our patient centered focus. At Novo Nordisk, you will help patients around the world. As their needs evolve, so does our challenge to find better and more innovative ways to improve their quality of life. We're changing lives for a living. Are you ready to make a difference? The Position The Medical Director serves as the medical content lead for a Therapeutic Area (Diabetes-GLP-1, Diabetes-Insulins, Cardiorenal, Obesity, NASH, Rare Blood Disorders, and Rare Endocrine Diseases, Neurodegenerative Diseases). This role will interface with key stakeholders across CMR, Marketing, and the Global organization to support strategic development and execution within a therapeutic area. This includes the development of medical product and evidence generation plans based on insights from the marketplace. Responsibilities for this role will include leading the Core Medical Team, Project Team, and National Advisory Board meetings, serving as a key interface between the Global and NNI organizations. In addition, this role may represent NNI on Global Project Teams (GPT) and Commercial Access Teams (CAT) and provide detailed medical evaluation of assets under consideration for licensing and/or acquisition, when needed. Relationships This position reports directly to the Therapy Area (TA) Head, Medical Affairs and will assist in managing multiple internal relationships within Novo Nordisk Inc. and Global HQ. Key internal relationships include Project Managers, Field Directors, Medical Information, Publications, Clinical Directors, HEOR Directors, and Global Medical Directors. The Medical Director role will be with or without direct managerial responsibility within the therapeutic area, depending on business needs and at the discretion of TA Head for Medical Affairs. External relationships include expert advisory board members, investigators, other key opinion leader consultants, and key customer groups. Essential Functions Lead the overall development of the Medical Product Plan, including medical strategies, tactics, and budgetChair and drive cross-functional Core Medical Team (CMT) and Extended Medical Team (EMT) meetingsGain endorsement of Medical Product Plan from Medical Affairs and overall CMR managementAlign Medical Product Plan with Commercial colleaguesPartner with Project Manager to track key projects in Medical Product Plan and report on budget statusProvide cross-functional strategic direction and medical leadershipLead planning and execution of National Advisory Board meetingsSecure approval for National Advisory Board meetings from Advisory Board Oversight Committee (ABOC)Work with Project Manager to select and oversee vendor to ensure meeting logistics in compliance and meeting executed within budgetPartner with Global Medical Director to secure alignment with Global Advisory Board meetings, where appropriateDrive development of agenda for advisory board meetings in collaboration with key stakeholdersPartner with key internal stakeholders to identify and select KOL advisors based on qualifications and business needsChair advisory board meetings/co-chair advisory board meetings with external KOLEnsure meeting minutes and action plan developed and shared with relevant stakeholders within the organizationDrive Medical Affairs input to Evidence Generation Plan (EGP) and Product Development Plan (PDP)Provide medical input to EGP and PDP as Medical Director representative on Project TeamsCo-chair and drive Project Teams for in-line and pipeline products in partnership with Clinical Director colleagueSecure line management input and alignment from TA Head of Medical AffairsPresent EGP and responses to PDP updates to NAO PDP Forum for endorsementDevelop trusting working relationships with Project Vice Presidents (PVP) relevant for therapeutic areaPresent and share EGP with PVP and/or Global Project Team (GPT)Member of Global Project Team (GPT) and/or Commercial Access Team (CAT), as neededRepresent NNI on therapeutic area relevant GPT and CAT (where seat available)Coordinate and align NNI and Medical Affairs input to relevant issuesShare output, learnings, and relevant actions with NNI and Medical Affairs stakeholders where appropriateMedical evaluation of emerging portfolio assetsProvide strategic medical evaluation of assets for licensing or merger and acquisition, at request of Senior Director, Pipeline & Market DevelopmentPresent findings and recommendations to NNI managementOther essential functions described in the Medical Director job document may also apply at times based on business need and at the discretion of the Executive Director Physical Requirements 20-30% overnight travel required. Position is Home Office Based; Ideal candidate can be based remote anywhere in the United States, ideally on the East Coast and near a major airport, yet able to travel to Plainsboro, NJ regularly. Qualifications MD, DO, PhD, PharmD, or other relevant doctoral degreeA minimum of 10 years combined clinical, research and/or industry experience requiredA minimum of 2 years of experience in the Medical Director role preferred Research or pharmaceutical industry experience in the relevant therapeutic area preferred Evidence of progressive leadership experience in industry preferredStrong strategic mindset, agility, and problem-solving skillsStrong understanding of market needs and resource allocationExpertise in clinical trial methodology and conduct, GCP principles, publications, ISS, medical education, and other medical product support activitiesSuperior communication skills, both oral and writtenProven track record of success, especially in establishing relationships with internal and external customersThe ability to work independently, the ability to proactively identify, address and resolve challenges, and to be considered a valuable resource who sets a leadership example for others The base compensation range for this position is $250,000 to $315,000. Base compensation is determined based on a number of factors. This position is also eligible 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 also 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, flex-able vacation policy, and parental leave policy. We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes - we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and defeating diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger - a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today. 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.