Head of Research Competitive Intelligence & Strategy

Zealand Pharma A/S; Gladsaxe Kommune; On-site; DKK 833,868 - 1,154,586; Full time

Job summary

Zealand Pharma A/S in Gladsaxe Kommune is seeking a Sr. Director of Research Competitive Intelligence to shape the company's research direction by integrating external data into actionable insights. You will collaborate closely with senior leaders and various departments, ensuring alignment on strategic decisions.

The ideal candidate will have a PhD, over 10 years of biopharma experience, and strong analytical capabilities, particularly in obesity and metabolic health. The role emphasizes independent thinking while fostering collaboration across research disciplines.

Qualifications

• 10–15+ years of biopharma experience, including significant experience in R&D strategy and/or competitive intelligence.
• Deep knowledge of obesity and metabolic disease biology and therapeutic landscape.
• Strong quantitative and data‑visualization capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Track and synthesize competitive intelligence across metabolic health and adjacent areas.
• Rapidly internalize breaking external data and independently develop analyses.
• Develop communications as the primary research competitive intelligence point of contact.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Research competitive intelligence

Data visualization

Drug chemistry

Pharmacology

Communication skills

Education

PhD or equivalent advanced degree in life sciences or quantitative discipline

Job description

Zealand Pharma A/S in Gladsaxe Kommune is seeking a Sr. Director of Research Competitive Intelligence to shape the company's research direction by integrating external data into actionable insights. You will collaborate closely with senior leaders and various departments, ensuring alignment on strategic decisions.

The ideal candidate will have a PhD, over 10 years of biopharma experience, and strong analytical capabilities, particularly in obesity and metabolic health. The role emphasizes independent thinking while fostering collaboration across research disciplines.