Medical Advisor - Medical Governance and Digital

Overview

For over 100 years, Novo Nordisk have been driving change to defeat diabetes, but Novo Nordisk know that what got Novo Nordisk here today is not necessarily what will make Novo Nordisk successful in the future. Novo Nordisk is now transforming Novo Nordisk's business and taking Novo Nordisk's expertise into new territories.

Novo Nordisk's story is one of incredible growth and success, which has culminated in receiving many prestigious awards, such as Best Places to Work and Vitality – Britain’s Healthiest Workplace.

The Position

Novo Nordisk is looking for two medical or senior medical advisors (depending on experience) to join Novo Nordisk's team at Novo Nordisk's Gatwick office on a hybrid basis, who can make an effective contribution to the medical team and to cross-functional groups within the Business Area.

In this role, you will drive key medical and scientific initiatives in the obesity/diabetes portfolio while working collaboratively with public affairs, corporate affairs, market access, and HEOR departments, providing medical and scientific advice. You will need to be qualified and registered in the ABPI Code of Practice with knowledge of all the relevant regulations relating to the review of promotional materials and have a strong history in the review process. Additionally, you will drive digital solutions for patients and support those being treated with Novo Nordisk medicines across the metabolic portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Lead on medical governance around the process of review and approval of materials
• Take part and contribute to internal panels and groups related to compliance decisions impacting overall business
• Provide optimal delivery of scientific information to the medical and scientific community
• Ensure compliant and high-quality medical education strategy via various digital channels
• Contribute to the development of the Medical Affairs strategy

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a medical or pharmacy degree and will be UK registered. You will have prior experience in the pharmaceutical industry, together with knowledge of good clinical practice and clinical trial methodology.

• ABPI qualified medical signatory and registered with PMCPA/MHRA with strong experience in reviewing materials
• UK GMC registered doctor or GPhC registered pharmacist following yearly revalidation process
• Knowledge of GCP and clinical trial methodology
• Experience leading digital medical initiatives
• Strong understanding of the UK healthcare system

About the Department

Medical Affairs is a department within the Clinical, Medical & Regulatory (CMR) department responsible for medical and scientific dialogue supporting the appropriate use of innovative treatments, including Novo Nordisk products. Medical Affairs ensures that Novo Nordisk’s activities are undertaken in an ethical and appropriately scientific manner, thereby safeguarding the trust and respect of healthcare professionals and patients.

Medical Affairs is comprised of an office team of Medical Advisors and a field team of Regional Medical Advisors.

What Novo Nordisk Offer

• Bonus: Novo Nordisk do Novo Nordisk's best work to succeed together. When goals are reached, you’ll be rewarded through Novo Nordisk's bonus scheme.
• Pension: A market-leading pension scheme with generous employer contributions.
• Wellness: Access to an award-winning Wellness programme, including Private Medical Insurance and various wellbeing initiatives.
• Insurances: All colleagues are covered by private medical, life, and disability insurance for protection and peace of mind.
• Inclusive culture: A culture of care, support, and respect for Novo Nordisk's people, committed to a safe workplace and transparent, inclusive leadership.

Application Support

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunities employer, committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all Novo Nordisk's job applicants. If you're a person with a disability, neurodivergent, or need adjustments during the application and selection process, please contact Novo Nordisk directly.

Contact

Please submit your CV via the Novo Nordisk careers site.

Novo Nordisk commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all Novo Nordisk's job applicants. At Novo Nordisk, Novo Nordisk recognize the need to aspire to be the best company for the world, which is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures.