What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior IT Project Manager position at Novo Nordisk?
About the Department
Our Boston Research & Development hub, anchored in the greater Boston area, brings together the best minds in life science innovation. The teams located in facilities in Lexington, Watertown and Cambridge reflect the full R&D continuum, from early research through late-stage clinical development. Here, we are building for the future, creating a distinct R&D community based on collaboration, partnerships, and cutting-edge research across multiple modalities and therapeutic areas. We recognize that improving human health starts here and that patients rely on us. Our greater Boston R&D hub merges biotech speed and agility with large pharmaceutical company quality, resources, and stability, uniting the best of both worlds to develop new medicines for patients.
The team is comprised of collaborative, diverse and passionate people who have a true sense of pride in their work and are committed to helping others grow and develop their careers. You’ll also have a platform to engage with key stakeholders on a global scale throughout the entire pipeline process. And while changing the future of diabetes, obesity and MASH treatment is no easy task, we also recognize the importance of an enjoyable workplace, which is why we’ve cultivated a culture of fun, ingenuity and innovation. And our competitive compensation package and support of a healthy work-life balance all add to a best-in-class employee experience. We are changing lives for a living. Are you ready to make a difference?
The Position
The project manager will implement IT projects within business applications and IT infrastructure to support the business in the Novo Nordisk Lexington, Massachusetts site in close collaboration with global partners, business partners and IT.
This position will work across Novo Nordisk departments and locations, managing projects benefitting various functions such as Research, Early Development, Clinical Operations, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Finance, Facilities, IT, and others.
Projects may entail implementing new commercial off-the-shelf platforms, custom developed solutions, introducing process improvements, accommodating functional and user base expansions, platform migrations, new or updated integrations, platform decommissions, and others.
The role performs a critical function in the important expansion of Novo Nordisk in the US.
Relationships
The role will report to the Head of Project Office in Lexington, MA, and work closely with employees at Novo Nordisk R&D sites in the North American region (Including Boston area sites, Seattle, Fremont, and Boulder), lab and scientific research groups, DDIT RED and broader DDIT organization globally (primarily in Denmark).
Essential Functions
- Project Management
Initiate and Oversee Projects : Launch new business and IT projects, serving as the primary point of contact for team communication and coordination
Drive Business Case Realization : Ensure initiatives deliver global business impact and support innovative projects with significant business implications
Prepare for Committees : Create and present project status reports to Steering Committees and other governance bodies
Mentorship : Work independently while mentoring or coaching project coordinators
Physical Requirements
The Job is based in Lexington, Massachusetts and requires full time, onsite presence. Over time there is a possibility of hybrid work, especially on Mondays and Fridays, though this is not guaranteed based on the nature of projects being worked on. Travel to HQ in DK may be required. Travel to US sites may be required. Approximately 5 % overnight travel is to be expected.
Qualifications
We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.
At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.
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.
If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.
