Manager, Competitive Intelligence in R&D

Are you skilled in competitive intelligence (CI) and ready to impact our pipeline of promising neuroscience drug candidates? Can you leverage your analytical mindset and communication skills to bring tactical and strategic insights to R&D projects, portfolio, and corporate strategy? Do you thrive in a high-profile position with wide exposure to cross-functional teams and to senior management? Then you might be the experienced CI professional we are looking for.

Your new role – why is this a great opportunity?

You will join our passionate R&D organization, which is committed to bringing the next wave of promising neuroscience drug candidates to patients that count on us. As Manager, Competitive Intelligence in R&D, you will act as our go-to, trusted advisor on CI matters for our R&D pipeline.

• You will keep your finger on the pulse for developments in the competitive landscape within neuroscience – and communicate your actionable insights to support and challenge our projects, portfolio, and corporate strategy
• You will be our trusted advisor for CI in R&D – liaising with project teams, senior leaders, and other stakeholders across the organization that rely on your expertise to be effective
• You will be part of the R&D Project and Portfolio Management (PPM) team of committed and highly experienced project/portfolio professionals, who work closely with senior decision-makers
• You will be offered ample opportunities for professional and personal growth in a progressive organization where we value diversity of thinking, psychological safety, and servant leadership as enablers for an optimal learning environment

You will collaborate with Global Project Teams (GPTs), brand teams, R&D departments, senior R&D leadership, Commercial, and many other stakeholders within and beyond the R&D organization.

Your future team

In PPM in Lundbeck’s R&D organization you will join a team of 15+ colleagues. We are proud to be accountable for Lundbeck’s global project and portfolio leadership. In PPM, you will be part of our small portfolio team of experienced professionals. The job offers great opportunities to grow your competencies and knowledge and to expand your responsibility as you develop in the role. Our culture is characterized by purpose – our work is about bringing breakthrough therapies to patients living with neurological and psychiatric diseases.

The position is based in our headquarters in Valby, Denmark.

What you bring to the team

• You hold a master’s degree within life sciences, engineering, or similar field; ideally, you additionally have a Ph D and/or MBA degree (or equivalent)
• At least 5-10 years of CI experience from biotech/pharma or a relevant technology industry
• Deep understanding of the pharma value chain – from drug discovery to loss of exclusivity
• Ideally, you have expertise within neuroscience (neuroimmunology, psychiatry, etc.)
• You are fluent in English

Our promise to you

Lundbeck offers an inspiring workplace and innovative culture, where our curiosity, accountability and adaptability enable us to transform lives. We want to go faster and further on addressing the big unmet needs of people living with brain disorders. We offer rewarding careers with a mix of exciting tasks and development opportunities that are balanced with initiatives focused on your well-being.
We need every brain in the game, and at Lundbeck, we are committed to building a workforce that is as diverse as the people we serve. Read more about our commitment at www.lundbeck.com/global/about-us/our-commitment/diversity-and-inclusion.

Apply now

Can you see yourself in this role? We want to hear from you. Does this sound like your dream job, but you’re not sure if you meet all the requirements? We still want to hear from you!
Upload your CV and include a few lines about your motivation for applying. We ask you not to include a photo or personal information that does not relate to your professional experience.

If you have questions, please contac Simon Birksø Larsen, Senior Director, Portfolio Management, via mail SIIB@lundbeck.com. Applications must be received by September 15, 2024. Relevant candidates will be invited for interviews as applications are received.

Learn more about us at www.lundbeck.com, Linked In or Instagram (@h_lundbeck).
#Every Brain In The Game

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About Lundbeck

At Lundbeck, our most important contribution is easing the burden of the millions of people living with brain disorders. Whether it is migraine, depression, or other brain disorders, patients, their carers, and society as a whole depend on us.
Through cutting edge science and strong partnerships, we develop and market some of the world’s leading treatments, expanding into neuro-specialty and neuro-rare from our strong legacy within psychiatry and neurology.
The brain health challenge is real. Our commitment is real. Our impact is real.