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Global Scientific Advisor

Novo Nordisk
Novo Nordisk
6+ years
Not Disclosed
10 Nov. 14, 2025
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc/M.Sc/M.Pharma/B.Pharma/Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

Global Scientific Advisor – Rare Disease (MedComm, P&PS)

Company: Novo Nordisk
Location: Bangalore, India (Global Business Services – GBS)
Department: MedComm, Rare Disease Product & Portfolio Strategy (P&PS)
Category: Medical Affairs
Application Deadline: 19th Nov 2025


About the Department

The MedComm, Rare Disease P&PS team operates from Zurich (HQ) and GBS Bangalore, consisting of:

  • Global Scientific Advisors

  • Publication Managers

  • Medical Advisors

  • Project Managers

  • Graphic Designers

They work closely with Global Medical Affairs (Zurich) and focus on:

  • Scientific and medical communication

  • In-house content development

  • Publication planning

  • Project management

  • Support for global external medical events

The environment is dynamic, collaborative, and innovation-driven.


Position Overview

The Global Scientific Advisor plays a strategic scientific and medical communication role across Global Medical Affairs. Responsibilities include:

  • Developing high-quality scientific content

  • Leading scientific communication strategy

  • Supporting medical education and clinical activities

  • Engaging with KOLs globally

  • Driving cross-functional alignment across medical affairs, medical excellence, and key markets

This role focuses on rare diseases:

  • Rare bleeding disorders

  • Haemoglobinopathies

  • Rare endocrine conditions


Key Responsibilities

1. Scientific Leadership & Strategy

  • Act as a subject-matter expert (SME) for rare disease therapy areas

  • Lead development and scientific review of content including:

    • Slide decks

    • Graphical abstracts

    • Omnichannel engagement materials

    • Educational content

  • Ensure scientific accuracy, compliance, and medical appropriateness

  • Provide internal medical guidance aligned with launch timelines

  • Lead strategic projects and identify opportunities for process improvement

  • Mentor new team members

  • Use and develop AI-based tools for medical communication enhancement


Qualifications

  • MD or PhD in a relevant therapeutic area (Endocrinology, Internal Medicine, General Practice, etc.)

  • Additional training/experience in medical communication preferred

  • Minimum 6+ years of experience in:

    • Medical Affairs

    • Medical Communication

    • Clinical medicine / clinical research / drug development

  • Proven success in independently planning global scientific events:

    • Advisory boards

    • Symposia

    • CME programs

    • Scientific congress activities

  • Strong stakeholder management and ability to influence at a global level

  • Expertise in developing compliant scientific content

  • Excellent communication, decision-making, and interpersonal skills

  • Familiarity with AI tools for content creation or medical communication


Working at Novo Nordisk

Novo Nordisk believes in:

  • Tackling serious chronic diseases

  • Innovation-driven culture

  • Respect, collaboration, curiosity

  • Delivering long-term patient impact

The company values an unconventional and forward-thinking mindset.


Application Process

To apply, upload your:

  • CV

  • Motivational letter

Online application is available through the official portal (Apply button on the site).


Important Disclaimer

Beware of fraudulent job offers claiming to be from Novo Nordisk.

  • Novo Nordisk does not send unsolicited job offers

  • No fees, payments, or purchase of equipment are required during hiring

  • Report suspicious communication to official channels


Equal Opportunity Statement

Novo Nordisk is committed to:

  • Inclusive recruitment

  • Equal opportunity for all applicants

  • Fair, compliant, and transparent selection processes