Director, Data Analytics and Operations

Director, Data Analytics & Operations

Novo Nordisk is seeking a visionary leader to join their team as Director, Data Analytics & Operations in Copenhagen. This role is crucial for driving impactful evidence generation and improving patient lives through advanced data analytics within Global Medical Affairs.

About the Role

As the Director, Data Analytics & Operations, you will lead data analytics functions, ensuring alignment with therapeutic area evidence plans and supporting value propositions globally throughout the product lifecycle. You will be instrumental in shaping data-driven strategies to enhance patient care and product utilization.

Main Accountabilities

• Lead the Data Analytics & Operations team to develop and execute best-in-class data analytics strategies, plans, and outputs aligned with business and medical priorities.
• Drive the creation and implementation of statistical analysis plans to support evidence generation across therapeutic areas.
• Ensure the generation, interpretation, and communication of scientific data to support the appropriate use of Novo Nordisk products.
• Collaborate globally with Real-World Evidence scientists, Data Scientists, and stakeholders across International Operations, USO, Regions, and Affiliates to enable timely and high-quality evidence generation.
• Provide strategic leadership, subject-matter expertise, and quality assurance to ensure the scientific integrity and impact of evidence outputs.
• Manage project and line budgets, ensuring evidence investments are prioritized and aligned with strategic goals.
• Represent Global Medical Affairs internally and externally, fostering collaboration and alignment across the organization.
• Coach, guide, and develop team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, performance, and collaboration.

About the Department

The Global Medical Affairs Evidence & Partnerships (E&P) department accelerates the deployment of real-world evidence and investigator-sponsored studies to amplify scientific narratives and drive changes in clinical practice. The Data Analytics & Operations team, based at global headquarters, consolidates data science and technical expertise into one function, providing support for evidence development across therapeutic areas. This team operates in a fast-paced, collaborative atmosphere, playing a pivotal role in igniting evidence generation and connecting stakeholders globally.

Skills & Qualifications

• PhD and/or Master’s degree in a health-related field (e.g., Health Economics, Pharmacoeconomics, Clinical Epidemiology, Biostatistics, or similar).
• Fluency in spoken and written English; proficiency in an additional major language is preferred.
• International study or work experience outside the native country is an advantage.
• 10+ years of experience in the healthcare, payer, and/or pharmaceutical industry.
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience with proven people-management skills.
• Strong strategic thinking, business acumen, and planning skills within a pharmaceutical environment.
• Demonstrated ability to influence, negotiate, and communicate effectively with senior internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience working in an international, matrix-based organization.
• Excellent networking, presentation, and collaboration skills.
• Analytical rigor, cross-functional collaboration, operational excellence, and the ability to navigate complexity with sound judgment, adaptability, and high ethical standards.

Key Skills/Competency

• Data Analytics
• Operations Management
• Medical Affairs
• Evidence Generation
• Strategic Planning
• Leadership
• Stakeholder Management
• Pharmaceutical Industry
• Real-World Evidence
• Team Development