Real World Evidence Director

BioSpace; Plainsboro Township (NJ); On-site; USD 187,000 - 328,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) savings plan

FSA

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Novo Nordisk in Plainsboro, NJ is seeking a Director, Real World Evidence (RWE) to lead development and execution of RWE studies. You will serve as the scientific leader, coordinating with Clinical, Medical and Regulatory (CMR), Market Access and Public Affairs, and global counterparts.

Travel 10–20% is expected. The role requires 8–10 years in RWE leadership, strong stakeholder engagement, and expertise in advanced analytics.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years leading the development of RWE.
• 8–10 years in key stakeholder engagement roles.
• Experience in RWE methodologies and advanced analytics.
• PhD preferred or Master’s in epidemiology/biostatistics/health economics.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage RWE studies within the therapeutic area.
• Oversee study teams, partners and vendors.
• Communicate RWE findings to internal/external stakeholders and scientific community.
• Mentor junior staff and ensure rigorous study execution.
• Serve as reviewer for the CDSE Protocol Review Committee.
• Provide methodological consultation and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

RWE leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Advanced analytics

Project management

Scientific writing

Team leadership

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Education

PhD preferred

Master’s in epidemiology/biostatistics/health economics

Tools

NN Real World Data platform

Analytic tools

Job description

About The Department

The Clinical, Medical and Regulatory (CMR) department at Novo Nordisk is one of the most diverse and collaborative groups within the organization. From healthcare provider interactions and developing and implementing regulatory strategies with the FDA to providing medical education and collecting data to support efficacy and new product development, CMR is involved. The one thing that keeps us all marching to the same beat is our patient centered focus. At Novo Nordisk, you will help patients around the world. As their needs evolve, so does our challenge to find better and more innovative ways to improve their quality of life. We’re changing lives for a living. Are you ready to make a difference?

About The Department

The Clinical, Medical and Regulatory (CMR) department at Novo Nordisk is one of the most diverse and collaborative groups within the organization. From healthcare provider interactions and developing and implementing regulatory strategies with the FDA to providing medical education and collecting data to support efficacy and new product development, CMR is involved. The one thing that keeps us all marching to the same beat is our patient centered focus. At Novo Nordisk, you will help patients around the world. As their needs evolve, so does our challenge to find better and more innovative ways to improve their quality of life. We’re changing lives for a living. Are you ready to make a difference?

The Position

The Director, Real World Evidence (RWE) leads the development and execution of RWE for the assigned therapeutic area or function area through serving as the principal investigator on real world evidence studies. The incumbent acts as the scientific leader in the conduct of the research in assigned therapeutic area with NNI stakeholders within Clinical, Medical and Regulatory Affairs (CMR), Market Access and Public Affairs, as well as a liaison to therapeutically aligned global counterparts in Epidemiology, Data Science and Real-World Evidence. The Director leads the study team and communicates the RWE project execution to internal and external stakeholders on behalf of RWE study team and USO. S/he manages partner relationships, vendors and strategic collaborations on behalf of CDSE. The Director serves as the lead researcher on the assigned studies within the therapeutic area team or function area. This individual works closely with external experts, vendors and internal functions including medical affairs, biostatistics and data science functions to execute studies.

Relationships

The Director, RWE reports to the Senior Director & TA head in CDSE. The Director is responsible for a cross-functional RWE study team and demonstrates proactive stakeholder engagement and associated RWE execution, communication of RWE studies to internal and external stakeholders and leadership in the use of appropriate RWE/HEOR methodologies.

Essential Functions

• RWE study leadership
• Leads and manages the execution of all RWE assigned within the therapeutic area conducted internally, with partners and with vendors
• Utilizes the NN Real World Data platform, partnership platforms and analytic tools
• Develops and maintains stakeholder relationships to ensure optimal utility of RWD within USO
• Mentors junior staff
• RWE Communication
• Communicates the RWE to key internal stakeholders within assigned therapeutic area responsibilities
• Communicates RWE to customers and scientific community via publication and conferences
• Leadership in RWE methods
• Serves as reviewer for the CDSE Protocol Review Committee
• Acts as a key subject matter expert in various methodological and advanced analytic functions and provides consultation to / collaborates with key internal and external stakeholders directly to provide tangible solutions that are aligned to portfolio strategy

Physical Requirements

10-20% overnight travel required.

Qualifications

• At least 8-10 years of experience in leading the development of RWE
• At least 8-10 years of experience in key stakeholder engagement roles
• Experience in RWE methodologies and advanced analytics
• Demonstrated prior research accomplishment (e.g., publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at scientific conferences)
• Excellent leadership, strong communication and critical thinking skills with keen knowledge of real-world databases
• Excellent process and project management skills required including the ability to manage a significant volume of projects with exercise of good triage and judgment skills
• Keen knowledge and at least 8 years of experience in research using real world data and its applications in clinical and business decision making
• PhD Preferred or Master’s degree in appropriate field required (e.g., epidemiology, biostatistics, health services research, health economics)
• Strong business acumen and a team player
• Strong strategic thinking skills

Compensation

The base compensation range for this position is $187,100 to $327,500. Base compensation is determined based on a number of factors. This position is also eligible for a company bonus based on individual and company performance. Novo Nordisk offers long-term incentive compensation and or company vehicles depending on the position's level or other company factors.

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision coverage
• life insurance
• disability insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• flexible spending accounts
• employee assistance program
• tuition reimbursement program
• voluntary benefits such as group legal, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance and auto/home insurance
• time off pursuant to its sick time policy, flex-able vacation policy, and parental leave policy

Company Culture

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 defeating 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.