Safety Operations Submission Associate - 1 year temporary position

Research & Development

Soeborg, Denmark

Are you passionate about ensuring patient safety and regulatory compliance? Do you thrive in a dynamic, international environment where attention to detail and collaboration are key? If so, you might be our new Safety Submission Associate. Read on and apply today!

Your new role

As a Safety Submission Associate at Novo Nordisk, you will:

• Work in the Global Safety database according to written procedures and collaborate closely with colleagues in Denmark and India.


• Ensure that Individual Case Safety Reports (ICSRs) are made available daily for Health Authorities and affiliates worldwide according to regulatory requirements and internal procedures.


• Interact with stakeholders in Safety Operations, affiliates, and other departments regarding submission-related matters, including addressing submission failures.


• Contribute to the development and maintenance of processes concerning the submission of ICSRs.


• Actively identify areas for improvement and drive initiatives to enhance efficiency and compliance.

Your new department

The Safety Operations (SO) Centre of Expertise & Submission is part of Safety Operations within Global Patient Safety. The Submission team ensures timely and compliant submission of individual safety cases to health authorities, affiliates, and partners worldwide. The team comprises eight highly engaged Submission experts based in Denmark and India. In addition to the submission team, the department includes SO Specialists who focus on training, quality and process improvements across single-case handling. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment where every contribution is valued, and we work together to protect patient-safety.

We are currently in the transition phase for transition to Veeva Safety targeted for 2026.

Your skills and qualifications

We are looking for a candidate with the following qualifications:

• An academic degree in life science or other relevant fields with knowledge of medicinal terminology.


• Proficiency in IT systems, including databases and web solutions.


• Experience within the area of pharmacovigilance.


• Familiarity with regulatory reporting requirements and safety database systems is an advantage.


• A structured approach with a strong sense of detail and a high-quality mindset.


• Service-minded attitude and ability to work in a dynamic environment with changing priorities and short deadlines.


• Proficiency in English and ability to work across cultures and skill types and having a knowledge sharing mindset.

Working at Novo Nordisk

Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with an unconventional spirit, a rare determination and a constant curiosity. For over 100 years this unordinary mindset has seen us build a company unlike any other. One where a collective passion for our purpose, mutual respect and a willingness to go beyond what we know delivers extraordinary results.

More information 

For further information please contact Vibeke Gundstrup Meirum +4530793208

Deadline

1 March, 2026

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and preventing diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.