Strategic Data Science Leader & AI Innovator

Novo Nordisk A/S; Ballerup; Remote; DKK 847,000 - 1,245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentives and Benefits

Inclusive recruitment

Global healthcare company

Job summary

Novo Nordisk A/S is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to define the data science strategy, lead AI initiatives, and act as a technical authority for model development. You will mentor teams and collaborate across functions to drive data-driven business decisions.

The role requires deep expertise in advanced analytics within a pharmaceutical context, with a focus on responsible AI and enterprise-scale roadmaps.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field. Ph.D. is preferred.
• Proven track record of innovation and thought leadership.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in data science, machine learning, or AI, with a focus on developing and applying advanced algorithms.
• Deep expertise in cutting-edge data science methodologies and technologies.
• Strong research capabilities translating research into business value.
• Experience developing enterprise-scale data strategies and AI roadmaps.
• Ability to provide visionary leadership for the data science function.
• Broad understanding of pharma industry and Commercial business processes.
• Strong awareness of ethical and responsible AI practices.
• Experience influencing strategic decisions through data science and analytics.
• In-depth knowledge of ML concepts, data modeling techniques and AI solution design.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams (data engineering, ML engineering, analytics, product, operations).
• Familiarity with MLOps tools (e.g., MLflow, model registries, CI/CD for models) and cloud-agnostic deployment patterns.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the organization's data science strategy and roadmap.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to align AI/ML initiatives with business priorities.
• Serve as the technical authority for data science and establish best practices for model development and deployment.
• Translate business opportunities into data-driven strategies and communicate insights to executives.
• Mentor and develop senior data scientists and establish communities of practice.
• Drive cross-functional collaboration across business, technology, analytics, product, compliance, and external partners.
• Represent the IT organization in stakeholder communities and build external networks.

Skills

Data science leadership

AI/ML strategy

Stakeholder communication

Enterprise analytics

Mentoring data scientists

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Master’s degree in Data Science or related

PhD preferred

Tools

MLflow

Model registries

CI/CD for models

Cloud deployment patterns

Job description

Novo Nordisk A/S is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to define the data science strategy, lead AI initiatives, and act as a technical authority for model development. You will mentor teams and collaborate across functions to drive data-driven business decisions.

The role requires deep expertise in advanced analytics within a pharmaceutical context, with a focus on responsible AI and enterprise-scale roadmaps.