AI Execution Lead, R&D Strategy & Delivery

Novo Nordisk A/S; Måløv; Remote; DKK 743,000 - 1,092,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk A/S in Denmark or London/Oxford is seeking an AI Execution Manager to shape AI within Research & Development. You will partner with senior leaders, researchers and technology teams to translate strategic priorities into high-impact initiatives delivering value for patients with chronic diseases.

You will lead cross-functional projects across R&D, ensuring alignment between scientific objectives, technology capabilities and business priorities in a global matrix.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in life sciences (Master's or PhD) preferred.
• Strategic mindset to shape complex initiatives and connect scientific/technical opportunities to priorities.
• Proven track record leading high-impact initiatives and aligning senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Identify and shape high-impact AI/digital initiatives with senior leaders.
• Lead complex cross-functional R&D initiatives including external partnerships.
• Provide strategic guidance aligning scientific objectives with technology capabilities and business priorities.
• Translate between scientific, technical and business perspectives to support decision-making.
• Build alignment across senior stakeholders and drive initiatives to delivery in a global matrix.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Executive leadership

Digital and AI understanding

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication and presentation

English fluency

Management consulting / digital-transf

Pharmaceutical R&D experience

Education

Master's or PhD in life sciences

Job description

Novo Nordisk A/S in Denmark or London/Oxford is seeking an AI Execution Manager to shape AI within Research & Development. You will partner with senior leaders, researchers and technology teams to translate strategic priorities into high-impact initiatives delivering value for patients with chronic diseases.

You will lead cross-functional projects across R&D, ensuring alignment between scientific objectives, technology capabilities and business priorities in a global matrix.