Medical Education Leader: Translate Science into Learning

Novo Nordisk A/S; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing days

Gifted Christmas leave

Learning and development

Team offsite events

Job summary

Novo Nordisk in Sydney is seeking a Medical Education Manager to lead the development and delivery of medical education programmes that deepen healthcare professionals' understanding of our diabetes and obesity therapies. You will translate scientific evidence into practical learning and measure impact from concept to delivery.

Work closely with Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Legal, and external partners to design high‑quality materials and events.

Qualifications

• A degree in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, or a related field (MD, PharmD, PhD, or equivalent)
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in medical education, medical affairs, or a related function within pharma/biotech, ideally with experience in diabetes, obesity, or rare disease therapeutic areas
• Strong understanding of industry regulations, compliance requirements, and medical governance processes
• Excellent scientific writing, communication, and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex data into clear, engaging educational content
• Proven project management experience coordinating across cross-functional teams and external partners
• Knowledge of adult learning principles, instructional design, or digital education platforms

Responsibilities

• Leading the development and implementation of medical education strategies aligned with Medical Affairs priorities, therapeutic area plans, and identified healthcare professional needs
• Translating strategic priorities and scientific insights into high-quality, evidence-based educational materials and programmes across multiple formats and channels
• Partnering with external healthcare professionals, medical societies, and educational providers to design and deliver relevant, high-impact medical education
• Coordinating Medical, Legal, Regulatory, and Compliance review processes to ensure all materials and activities meet required standards and approvals
• Planning and facilitating medical education events, symposia, workshops, and training programmes – leveraging digital platforms and innovative formats to broaden reach
• Managing the medical education budget and overseeing external agencies, speakers, and vendors to ensure quality, timeliness, and compliance
• Evaluating programme effectiveness and using engagement data and participant feedback to continuously optimise education delivery and content
• Travel is required for this role (up to 30%), with occasional evening or weekend commitments for events.

Education

A degree in life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, or a related field (MD, PharmD, PhD, or equivalent)

Job description

Novo Nordisk in Sydney is seeking a Medical Education Manager to lead the development and delivery of medical education programmes that deepen healthcare professionals' understanding of our diabetes and obesity therapies. You will translate scientific evidence into practical learning and measure impact from concept to delivery.

Work closely with Medical Affairs, Regulatory, Legal, and external partners to design high‑quality materials and events.