Senior Scientific Director For Mini Protein Discovery

Novo Nordisk AS

Måløv, Denmark
On-site
Mini-protein drug discovery expertise
Scientific leadership at senior levels
Strategic influence in protein research
As Senior Scientific Director, you will define and drive the long-term mini-protein strategy and serve as a scientific authority for mini-protein formats at Novo Nordisk

Job Summary

  • As Senior Scientific Director, you will define and drive the long-term mini-protein strategy and serve as a scientific authority for mini-protein formats at Novo Nordisk.
  • You will lead external collaborations with academia, biotech, and industry partners while mentoring scientific talents and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
  • Protein Research at Novo Nordisk is a key part of Therapeutics Discovery focused on advancing innovative protein modalities to deliver transformative medicines.

Matching Summary

As Senior Scientific Director, you will define and drive the long-term mini-protein strategy and serve as a scientific authority for mini-protein formats at Novo Nordisk.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • mini-protein drug discovery expertise
  • scientific leadership at senior levels
  • strategic influence in protein research
  • international collaboration experience
  • mentoring and talent development
  • innovation in protein modalities

Nice-to-have

  • intellectually curious and ethically grounded
  • resilient and motivated by shared success
  • strong communication and influencing skills
  • culture of curiosity and continuous learning
  • cross-functional collaboration

Key Requirements

  • 15+ years post PhD experience
  • international and industrial experience
  • proven scientific leadership at VP/SVP levels
  • strong publication and IP generation record

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