Are you motivated to combine your project management, analytical, and process expertise in an exciting role that promises growth and challenge? Are you ready to take the reins in the expanding world of Process Analytical Technology (PAT)?

Join us in driving innovation as you spearhead the PAT agenda by leading the implementation of our PAT strategy for our Oral Product portfolio within Chemistry, Manufacturing & Control (CMC) Product & Process Development.

If you’re eager to work in a dynamic, fun, and highly skilled team in Maaloev with a unique “entrepreneurial” vibe then we want to hear from you! Don’t miss this chance to take your career to the next level - read more and apply today!

 

Your new role

As our PAT Project Manager, you will join a department established 1½ years ago. You will play a pivotal role in leading the scouting, development, and validation activities for PAT methods for a diverse range of oral products. Your mission is to drive the PAT agenda forward and shape the future of drug product development projects with innovative strategies.

In this role, you will collaborate across departments within the oral area in CMC, playing a key part in coordinating the development of PAT strategy, PAT methods and regulatory documentation.

Your main responsibilities will include:

Collaborative Leadership: Foster strong partnerships with stakeholders (Scientists, Specialists, Project Managers etc) across various departments, ensuring seamless planning, execution, and resolution of scientific challenges with a creative flair Inspiring Team Management: Lead your PAT project team with engagement and motivation, empowering them to excel in their roles Strategic Alignment: Bring together the project organisation’s needs with those of the business lines to create cohesive and successful outcomes Regulatory Coordination: Be the go-to person in navigating work related to regulatory applications, ensuring any inquiries from authorities are managed with precision

Since the oral pipeline is in growth and constant development, willingness to adapt to changes and new priorities are key to your success. New exciting challenges arise continuously; hence new ideas are always welcome alongside a can-do attitude to achieve the success of Novo Nordisk.

 
Your skills & qualifications

You’ll be an invaluable addition to our team by having a proven experience in managing and executing projects, particularly those involving analytical activities. Furthermore, you have:

A master’s degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Engineering, or a closely related field 3-5 years of hands-on experience from pharmaceutical or related industry Scientific expertise in analytical development and/or validation Exceptional stakeholder management skills that make communication seamless Full professional proficiency in English

Experience with regulatory submissions? That’s a bonus we would love to see!

We are open to enthusiastic profiles with more limited Project Management experience but have relevant pharmaceutical or analytical experience and an eagerness to accelerate in the role.

On a personal level, you excel at engaging and communicating with all types of stakeholders, both in writing and verbally, ensuring everyone stays aligned and informed. You thrive in fast-paced environments and adapt quickly to changes, all while maintaining a proactive and flexible approach.

Taking pride in hitting your milestones, you inspire your colleagues with your positive attitude and collaborative spirit. You appreciate an informal work atmosphere and prioritize close teamwork, contributing to a vibrant and enjoyable working climate within the department.

 
Your new department

As part of Novo Nordisk's CMC & Product Supply organisation, CMC Product & Process Development transforms drug candidates into life-changing treatments. We advance molecules from research to market by developing commercial manufacturing processes and producing high-quality products for clinical trials and preparing necessary scientific documentation for regulatory submissions.

The CMC Oral Product Development (OPDev) area focuses on advancing the oral platform portfolio, including the development, documentation, and packaging of tablet drug products for clinical trials. The CMC OPDev PAT department consists of about 40 dedicated colleagues organised into three teams, each overseeing specific responsibilities while collaborating to develop and integrate new PAT applications into our oral drug product manufacturing processes.

 

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. Being part of a global healthcare company means opportunities to learn and develop are all around us, while our benefits are designed with your career and life stage in mind.

 

More information

For further information, please contact hiring manager, Mélanie Carpin, at +45 3079 5997 or QMIC@novonordisk.com. Due to the summer holiday, please expect limited phone availability in week 31. 

 
Deadline
10 august 2025

As we will be conducting interviews on an ongoing basis, we encourage you to apply sooner rather than later.

You do not need to attach a cover letter to your application, but please include a few sentences about why you are applying in your resume or CV. To ensure an efficient and fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in your CV.

 

 

Novo Nordisk is 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.