Data Privacy Manager

Ascendis Pharma; Hellerup; On-site; DKK 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascendis Pharma is seeking a passionate Data Privacy Manager at our headquarters in Hellerup, Denmark. This role involves driving our global data privacy program, particularly for clinical trials, and requires a strong background in data privacy, preferably within the pharma industry.

You will support various data privacy initiatives and work alongside a dedicated team. Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience and possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience working with data privacy in the bio/pharma/medical device industry.
• At least 2 years of experience within the pharma industry.
• Fluent in English, both written and spoken.

Responsibilities

• Advise and support all data privacy matters for clinical trial set up.
• Carry out personal data mapping and conduct related risk assessments.
• Collaborate with the business globally on data privacy issues.
• Establish data privacy guidance and training throughout the organization.
• Support the management of data privacy incidents and responses.

Skills

Data privacy experience

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Relevant academic degree (e.g. law)

Job description

Are you passionate about data privacy? Do you have experience within the pharma industry? If so, now is your chance to join Ascendis Pharma as our new Data Privacy Manager.

Ascendis Pharma is a global biopharmaceutical company committed to making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. Guided by our core values of Patients, Science, and Passion, we are applying our innovative TransCon technology platform to fulfill our mission of developing new therapies that demonstrate best-in-class potential to address unmet medical needs.

At our headquarters in Hellerup, Denmark, research facilities in Heidelberg, Germany, and additional offices across Europe and the United States, we are advancing programs in our Endocrinology Rare Disease and Oncology portfolios. We also collaborate with partners on the development of TransCon-based products in other therapeutic areas and markets.

We are seeking a passionate Data Privacy Manager to join our growing team. As a key member of the Ascendis Pharma Data Privacy team, you will play a crucial role in driving our global data privacy program with a particular focus on supporting our clinical trial set up. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast‑paced environment, collaborate with cross‑functional, global teams working together to achieve extraordinary results.

You will be joining the Data Privacy team consisting of 2 colleagues, and report directly to the Senior Director Data Privacy who is based in Hellerup, Denmark. You will also be based in our Hellerup office. The Data Privacy team is part of the larger Compliance, Risk & Corporate Responsibility team consisting of 10 colleagues.

In this position, we look for a person with a real passion for data privacy who has all‑round data privacy experience and who wants the opportunity to make a big impact in an exciting company.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Advice on and support all data privacy related matters with a specific focus on supporting our clinical trial set up from a data privacy perspective
• Carry out personal data mapping and conduct risk assessments such as DPIAs, TIAs and LIAs
• Collaborate with and advise the business globally on all data privacy issues to find operational solutions
• Establish and provide clear data privacy guidance and training throughout the organization
• Support the investigation, management and response to data privacy incidents and data subject requests to ensure a timely response

Qualifications

You must have experience working with data privacy preferably in the bio/pharma/medical device industry. You are likely to hold a relevant academic degree e.g. law and at least 2 years of experience of working within the pharma industry, preferably with data privacy related clinical trial experience.

In addition, you have:

• A keen eye for details and structure as well as the ability to follow through and finalize tasks
• An open mindset, well developed interpersonal skills and strong competences in project management and communication
• The ability for getting the organization involved in data protection and if you meet resistance when doing so, you rise to the challenge and see this as an opportunity to engage even further with the organization
• Fluent English language skills, both written and spoken, and are enthusiastic, outgoing and thrive in an informal environment where you can structure, follow up and complete your own tasks.

Key competencies

• You are a strong team player, analytical, and have a can‑do attitude.
• You possess an entrepreneurial mindset and can thrive in an informal, open environment where innovation and change are key.
• To succeed in this role, we also expect you to have a passion for data privacy protection, be resilient and have a sense of humor.

Travel: 2–4 days per year.

Office: Tuborg Boulevard 12, 2900 Hellerup, Denmark