Novo Nordisk Hiring for Clinical Data Programming, Patient Safety, Centralised Monitoring

Novo Nordisk Global Business Services (GBS) is recruiting for three positions in Bangalore, Karnataka across clinical data programming, global patient safety, and clinical development. The openings are Associate Clinical Data Programmer, Safety Surveillance Specialist, and Central Monitor.

Candidates with relevant qualifications and experience in clinical data management, pharmacovigilance, or clinical research can review the eligibility requirements and application deadlines for each position.

Novo Nordisk Recruitment 2026 – Job Details

1. Associate Clinical Data Programmer

Department: Data Standards and Integration (DSI)
Location: Bangalore, Karnataka
Category: Data & AI
Application Deadline: 14 October 2026

Job Responsibilities

• Design and set up clinical study databases, including EDC and CDMS builds, supporting SDTM data generation.
• Develop and maintain API-based data ingestion pipelines for external vendors and third-party systems.
• Acquire, transform, harmonise, and integrate clinical data from multiple sources.
• Configure data flows within the next-generation data platform.
• Execute and document User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Monitor daily data loads and troubleshoot data-loading incidents.
• Support internal stakeholders and vendors through Managed File Transfer processes.
• Share best practices and apply lessons learned across clinical trials and projects.

Eligibility and Qualifications

• Minimum B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Life Sciences, Computer Science, Information Technology, Clinical Information Management, or an equivalent qualification.
• 2–4 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry.
• At least 2 years of hands-on end-to-end clinical database setup experience, preferably with Veeva EDC/CDB.
• Working knowledge of CDASH, SDTM, and CDISC standards.

Required Skills

• Programming languages and technologies such as SQL, CQL, R, Python, Azure Databricks, or SAS.
• API integration for clinical data acquisition.
• Knowledge of protocol design, CRF standards, InForm/Veeva terminology, and EDC data structures.
• Understanding of GxP practices and medical terminology.
• Basic knowledge of AI and machine learning concepts.
• Analytical thinking, prioritisation, and written and spoken English proficiency.

2. Safety Surveillance Specialist

Department: Global Patient Safety, Novo Nordisk GBS
Location: Bangalore, Karnataka
Category: Regulatory Affairs & Safety Pharmacovigilance
Application Deadline: 26 October 2026

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluate the medical safety of products from clinical development through post-marketing.
• Analyse safety data and perform signal detection and evaluation.
• Interpret scientific literature and maintain product safety profiles.
• Develop and execute pharmacovigilance safety strategies throughout the product lifecycle.
• Contribute to benefit-risk assessments and risk management strategies.
• Support clinical study design and safety monitoring strategies.
• Maintain core reference safety information and contribute to product labelling.
• Document safety conclusions in regulatory reports.
• Participate in safety governance meetings and represent Safety Surveillance in discussions with regulatory authorities, consultants, and partners.
• Coach and mentor team members.

Eligibility and Qualifications

• MBBS or MD degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in pharmacovigilance or patient safety.
• Extensive experience in signal management, Risk Management Plans (RMPs), and aggregate safety reports.
• Strong understanding of drug development and regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to interpret epidemiological data and integrate evidence from multiple sources.

Required Skills

• Medical safety evaluation and signal management.
• Pharmacovigilance planning and benefit-risk assessment.
• Regulatory reporting and safety strategy development.
• Project and stakeholder management.
• Strong written and spoken English communication.
• Strategic thinking and process improvement capabilities.

3. Central Monitor

Department: Centralised Monitoring Unit (CMU)
Location: Bangalore, Karnataka
Category: Clinical Development
Application Deadline: 26 October 2026

Job Responsibilities

• Define standard and trial-specific Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) for clinical studies.
• Perform ongoing centralised operational monitoring activities.
• Use vendor dashboards, data visualisation, and analytics tools to identify operational risks.
• Support applications, databases, and systems used to monitor clinical trial operations.
• Communicate monitoring findings to stakeholders and support data-driven decisions.
• Participate in project meetings for assigned centralised monitoring studies.
• Share best practices and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Maintain compliance with global and local SOPs, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and regulatory requirements.

Eligibility and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, a scientific discipline, or a healthcare discipline.
• At least 3 years of relevant clinical research experience.
• Good knowledge of drug development and Risk-Based Quality Management (RBQM) principles.
• Demonstrated experience applying RBQM principles in clinical trial operations.
• In-depth knowledge of GCP, particularly ICH-GCP E6 R2 and R3.
• Understanding of clinical trial design, execution, and operations.

Required Skills

• Aggregate data review and interpretation.
• Experience with data visualisation or analysis software.
• Basic understanding of AI tools and their application in clinical operations.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, and adaptability.

Additional advantage: Prior CRA or field monitoring experience and hands-on experience with CluePoints solutions.