Shanghai-Based Sourcing Director, External Innovation

Novo Nordisk; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk is seeking a Sourcing Director for China External Innovation to drive biotech collaboration deals and enhance pipeline value. Based in Shanghai, the role requires a PhD in related fields and 8+ years of experience in drug development and biotech collaborations. Responsibilities include coordinating gap analysis, evaluating scientific opportunities, and managing collaborations. Strong scientific evaluation and proactivity are essential, with occasional travel required within China.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in small-molecule drug development.
• Experience in biotech collaborations or external innovation.
• Experience evaluating early biotech pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate structured gap analysis with internal stakeholders.
• Identify biology and chemistry gaps in the internal pipeline.
• Source and triage biotech opportunities across the China ecosystem.

Skills

Scientific rigor

Ability to influence

Proactivity

Assessment of chemistry-driven programs

Education

PhD in Medicinal Chemistry, Computational Chemistry, Life Sciences, or related discipline

Job description

Novo Nordisk is seeking a Sourcing Director for China External Innovation to drive biotech collaboration deals and enhance pipeline value. Based in Shanghai, the role requires a PhD in related fields and 8+ years of experience in drug development and biotech collaborations. Responsibilities include coordinating gap analysis, evaluating scientific opportunities, and managing collaborations. Strong scientific evaluation and proactivity are essential, with occasional travel required within China.