Medical Director
Medical, Clinical, Regulatory and Safety Department - Ireland
What if your next role did not just follow medical strategy—but defined it? As the Medical Director for the Irish affiliate, you will lead where science meets impact, driving unordinary change across the healthcare landscape. We invite you to join us as our new Medical Director in Ireland. This could be your opportunity to play a pivotal role in driving the success of our current and future pipeline assets across therapeutical areas. If you want to join the ‘Affiliate of the Year 2024’ and a recognised Great Place to Work, read on and apply today!
Your new role
As the Medical Director, you will:
Lead the development and execution of medical affairs strategies that drive strong scientific engagement with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs), local medical societies, and other partners, enhancing our external presence. Oversee clinical research activities, including planning, execution, and management of clinical trials and real-world evidence studies in Ireland Oversee the design and execution of scientific communication strategies, including publications, medical education, and symposia. Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including safety reporting, promotional material review, and adherence to local regulations and statutory provisions. Lead and align multiple teams across sub-functions, fostering collaboration, driving our “One Team” culture, and providing leadership and direction to people leaders, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and priorities. Foster collaboration across functions, manage complex stakeholder landscapes, and build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support organizational objectives.
Your new department
The Medical Director is a key strategic role within Novo Nordisk Ireland. Reporting to the General Manager Ireland, and leading the Medical team, while also serving as an integral part of the Country Leadership Team. You will join a dynamic and collaborative organisation devoted to transforming the lives of patients. Based in Dublin, Ireland, you will work in a fast-paced and innovative environment where your contributions will make a meaningful impact on patients’ lives.
Your skills & qualifications
Our Medical Director will enjoy working in a high-paced, dynamic environment and will bring with them:
A track record of leading multi-disciplinary teams and driving strategic initiatives across complex stakeholder landscapes Proven experience in designing and delivering medical education initiatives, an engaging presence in delivering scientific communication and strong KOL management experience Demonstrated ability to deliver impactful business results and oversee large-scale, cross-functional processes and projects. Solid understanding of the following therapy areas: Obesity, Diabetes and/or Cardiovascular Disease. An ability to develop and implement long- and short-term business strategies that align with Novo Nordisk's goals, and to orchestrate large-scale, sustainable solutions across complex stakeholder landscapes. An advanced degree in a medical field is required. An additional degree in Business Administration or related field (e.g. MBA) is desirable.
Working at Novo Nordisk
Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with an unconventional spirit, a rare determination and a constant curiosity. For over 100 years this unordinary mindset has seen us build a company unlike any other. One where a collective passion for our purpose, mutual respect and a willingness to go beyond what we know delivers extraordinary results. Here in Ireland, Novo Nordisk is recognised as a Great Place to Work finishing in the top 10 for 2025 and winning an award for being one of the best organisations for health and wellbeing. Read more here: Working At Novo Nordisk Ltd | Great Place To Work? Ireland
What we offer
Joining a global healthcare leader means endless possibilities for personal and professional growth. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work with senior leadership and influence key decisions that drive business success. You'll be empowered to make a meaningful impact while developing your expertise in a collaborative, multi-cultural, forward-thinking environment
More information
For further information or get to know us better by visiting www.novonordisk.com/careers.
Deadline 12-9-2025
Until the completion of recruitment. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis and the position may be closed early, with the standard time frame of 2 weeks. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
Internal candidates are requested to inform their line manager when applying.
We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.
We’re not your typical healthcare company. In a modern world of quick fixes, we focus on solutions to defeat serious chronic diseases and promote long-term health. Our unordinary mindset is at the heart of everything we do. We seek out new ideas and put people first as we push the boundaries of science, make healthcare more accessible, and treat, prevent, and even cure diseases that affect millions of lives. Because it takes an unordinary approach to drive real, lasting change in health.