Global Program Leader – Drug Development

Novo Nordisk; Plainsboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 229,000 - 401,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk in Plainsboro, NJ seeks a Global Project Leader to oversee enterprise-wide product development spanning late- and early-stage projects. The role requires a broad T‑profile and interactions with executive leadership to shape strategy and options for governance.

Responsibilities include leading GPTs, cross-functional coordination, and driving value creation while ensuring alignment with regulatory, manufacturing, and commercial objectives. Travel up to 20 days annually.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; 14+ years of experience preferred.
• Proven leadership of complex, cross-functional, global development projects.
• Extensive senior-level experience across multiple functional areas in pharma.
• Ability to influence in a matrix organisation and drive performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead global product development projects with significant business impact for Novo Nordisk.
• Set strategies, align with leadership, and drive value, quality, and launch readiness.
• Manage internal & external stakeholders including regulators and governance boards.
• Foster enterprise-wide collaboration and mentoring within GPTs.

Job description

Novo Nordisk in Plainsboro, NJ seeks a Global Project Leader to oversee enterprise-wide product development spanning late- and early-stage projects. The role requires a broad T‑profile and interactions with executive leadership to shape strategy and options for governance.

Responsibilities include leading GPTs, cross-functional coordination, and driving value creation while ensuring alignment with regulatory, manufacturing, and commercial objectives. Travel up to 20 days annually.