Sr Clinical Data Scientist

Novo Nordisk A/S; India; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk A/S in Bangalore invites a Senior Clinical Data Scientist to be the operational partner within trial squads, planning, managing and executing clinical data science contributions across trials. You’ll bridge complex data programming and clinical development, ensuring analyses meet industry standards.

The role covers SDTM/ADaM deliverables, data models, collaboration with CROs, and contributions to safety reports, protocols, and SAPs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in life sciences, natural sciences, engineering, or equivalent qualifications.
• 3–5 years of statistical programming experience, with preferably 1 year in pharma or equivalent.
• Proficiency in SAS or R for reporting, data handling and analysis.
• Good knowledge of drug development, clinical data models, and advanced programming techniques.
• Understanding of GxP guidelines and regulatory expectations in drug development.
• Excellent planning, coordination, and ability to manage multiple tasks while staying organized.
• Strong written and spoken English with experience presenting to diverse audiences.
• Independent, self-driven, analytical, and solution-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical data science setup for trials, including eCRF design and Data Flow Plans.
• Ensure quality control and compliance of SDTM/ADaM deliverables and submission packages.
• Coordinate with R&D stakeholders to share clinical data science expertise after submissions.
• Contribute to authority documents including Risk Management Plans and Development Safety Update Reports.
• Manage day-to-day trial execution, review protocols and SAPs.
• Oversee collaboration with CROs and vendors and maintain inspection readiness documentation.
• Drive innovation by improving methods and sharing best practices.

Skills

Analytical thinking

English communication

Planning & coordination

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in life or natural sciences or engineering

Tools

SAS

R

Job description

Transform clinical data into life-changing insights that bring breakthrough therapies to patients worldwide.

Your new role

As a Senior Clinical Data Scientist, you'll be the operational partner within trial squads, responsible for planning, managing and executing clinical data science contributions across clinical trials. You'll bridge the gap between complex data programming and clinical development, ensuring that every statistical analysis meets the highest industry standards and drives our mission to defeat serious chronic diseases.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the clinical data science setup for trials, including eCRF design, Data Flow Plans, and Blinding Plans, while serving as the key operational partner within trial squads
• Ensuring quality control and compliance of SDTM and ADaM deliverables, managing submission packages and TFL generation according to industry standards and Novo Nordisk specifications
• Coordinating with stakeholders across R&D to facilitate open learning sessions and share clinical data science expertise after each submission
• Providing critical input to authority-required documents including Risk Management Plans, Investigator's Brochures, and Development Safety Update Reports
• Managing day-to-day trial execution, reviewing protocols and Statistical Analysis Plans, and contributing to the interpretation and communication of clinical trial results
• Overseeing effective collaboration with CROs and vendors, ensuring inspection readiness documentation is maintained throughout the trial lifecycle
• Driving innovation by identifying better practices, creating improvements in methods and collaboration, and presenting at global knowledge-sharing forums

Your new department

In Research & Development, you'll be part of a unit that explores bold scientific ideas and advances them into clinical testing. We combine curiosity, AI tools, and human data to develop transformative therapies. Through collaboration and operational excellence, we shape and deliver an innovative pipeline to meet future patient needs.

You'll join the Clinical Data Science Bangalore team, which has grown from a small start-up to one of the largest units in Global Business Services, Bangalore, and a key contributor to Novo Nordisk's clinical development portfolio. With decades of experience, our team brings together seasoned programmers and fresh perspectives to ensure high-quality statistical analysis and programming support for all clinical development activities worldwide—from early development phases to product introduction.

Your skills & qualifications

We're looking for an analytical thinker who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and can handle multiple priorities with precision. You'll bring:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in life sciences, natural sciences, engineering, or equivalent qualifications
• 3-5 years of statistical programming experience, with preferably 1 year within the pharmaceutical industry or equivalent relevant experience
• Extensive programming expertise in SAS or R, with proven experience in reporting clinical trials, including statistical data handling, analysis and reporting
• Strong knowledge of drug development, clinical database technologies, data models, and advanced programming techniques
• Experience with program review and documentation, along with in-depth understanding of GxP and guidelines within drug development
• Excellent planning and coordination skills, with the ability to manage variable workloads and handle numerous tasks simultaneously while maintaining systematic organization
• Outstanding communication skills in written and spoken English, with experience presenting to diverse audiences and collaborating across professional and regional borders
• Personal qualities including independence, self-drive, strong analytical thinking, commitment, persistence, and the ability to seek innovative solutions while keeping things simple

Working at Novo Nordisk

Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with determination, constant curiosity and a commitment to finding better ways forward. For over 100 years, this dedication has driven us to build a company focused on lasting change for long-term health. One where diverse thinking, shared purpose and mutual respect come together to create extraordinary results. In R&D, you'll experience a culture of continued learning that encourages you to expand your knowledge, work across different therapy areas, and collaborate with pioneers of science. When you join us, you're not just starting a job—you're becoming part of a story that spans generations.

Deadline

9th September, 2026

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and preventing diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.