Novo Nordisk Inc Hiring for Scientist I – Computational Drug Discovery job in Lexington Full Time

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 Scientist I will provide major contributions to the identification and validation of new drug targets, advancing novel therapies to the clinic, and developing technologies to accelerate drug research. This will be achieved by independently designing and executing experiments, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring completion of project key deliverables. The Scientist will represent the organization to the external scientific community through publications and presentations of research and through participation in external collaborations.

Relationships

Reports to of the head of the computational drug discovery department.

Internal relationships include project teams and research colleagues both in Seattle, Indianapolis and around the globe. Communicates data externally when required. May oversee parts of computational drug discovery operations and computational facilities. Individual Contributor: does not manage other employees.

Essential Functions

• Advances research projects by demonstrating technical expertise and creativity in computational drug discovery, and broad knowledge of related disciplines
• Analyzes complex data with high degree of sophistication, connecting disparate datasets to reach conclusions and set direction on experiments. Contributes strong scientific acumen to enable projects and advance the research agenda
• Effectively communicates and collaborates across global sites and guides project strategy by providing expert input to cross-functional project teams. May represent the organization at external conferences and by contributing to publication of scientific papers and patents. Participates in external collaborations
• Maintains a strong understanding of theoretical knowledge and a connection to the external scientific community through continuous evaluation of relevant literature. Expands the capabilities of computational research through the generation of new ideas, evaluation of computational drug design/discovery methodology, and implementation of technologies that add value
• Leads cross-functional experimental teams to achieve project goals, mentor junior staff, and provide training
• Influences the research pipeline by contributing recommendations to new project planning

Qualifications

• Bachelor ‘s Degree required. Degree within computational drug design/discovery preferred
• 12+ years’ relevant experience required or a Master’s degree within computational drug design/discovery with 8+ years’ relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree within computational drug design/discovery with 2+ years’ post-doctoral and/or industry relevant experience can be considered
• Relevant required experience includes: computational drug design/discovery
• Preferred experience includes: computational drug design/discovery
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills

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.