Lead Sustainability Data Scientist

We offer a unique opportunity to shape the future of sustainability data analytics, AI and forecasting at Novo Nordisk. Are you ready lead the development of sustainability forecasting models, scenarios, and predictive analytics to support strategic decision-making. If so, then you might be our new Lead Sustainability Data scientist working as part of the Sustainability Data Solutions and AI Team at Novo Nordisk.

The position

We offer an exciting and challenging role where you will play a significant part in tackling sustainability challenges through data and AI. A key focus will be on identifying, establishing and maintaining accurate data from source-system to final data metrics. The aim is to ensure timely sustainability reporting, delivery of data products and develop our forecasts. In this role, you will play an important role in optimizing the overall data process from the collection of data and all the way to turning it into relevant products.

The position will be working across various departments in and outside sustainability thus, working at the intersection of sustainability and technology, ensuring the development of data analytics and providing decision support. To succeed in this, you can apply a highly structured working approach while collaborating with a wide variety of stakeholders globally and across the business

As part of the Sustainability Data and AI team, your main responsibilities will be to:

• Deliver the technical forecasting solution for sustainability, combining commercial data with capacity plans, supply chain and procurement data, and others
• Collect data from various source systems, sometimes manual, and identify potential optimisations e.g. digitalisation, AI, etc.
• Deliver full End-2-End analytics from business requirement to data source/availability to end product (e.g. front end or model)
• Set direction for the application of advanced analytics such as machine learning, predictive modelling and AI models within related to sustainability

Qualifications

You are structured with a strong business understanding from a corporate setting or consultancy and proven data and digital skills. You can open doors, challenge status quo and build business sound analytics. You thrive in a high-paced environment where not everything is a straight line.

The right candidate should have the following skills:

• Proven track record (+5 years) of preparing, analysing and designing data for analytical purposes in the space of sustainability or data science within a corporate setting or consultancy
• A degree in Management, Engineering, Data science or Sustainability with strong data acumen
• Profound user experience in BI solutions such as Microsoft Power Suite, Tableau or similar.
• At the forefront of understanding and applying AI
• Experience in data analytics or engineering through self-service analytics such as Alteryx and able to work in coding languages e.g. Python, Julia or others. Experience working with solutions such as Databricks, Snowflake or Haystack is a plus but not a pre-requisite
• Some prior experience working with sustainability analytics, reporting or modelling will be an advantage
• Good communication skills

As a person we are looking for someone who enjoys being part of a fast-paced, diverse team and at the same time can work with a high degree of independence. You support those around you and work in a highly structured manner with a clear eye for details. Someone who is proactive and collaborative. You are ambitious and naturally focused on your deliverable. You bring the ability to deep dive into models and also to communicate with those with less technical insight than you. Finally, you have strong communication skills, both oral and written English. The ideal candidate excels at building and maintaining strong relationships with a wide range of stakeholders across different functions.

About the department

The Sustainability Data Solutions and AI team is part of the Sustainability Strategy and Insights Department in Novo Nordisk. The team consists of highly skilled data analysts and data engineers as well as business analysts who drive data analytics on the sustainability agenda on behalf of Novo Nordisk. The Department is currently consisting of 7 people in HQ, 2 colleagues in Poland and 2 colleagues in Bangalore, India. We work closely with stakeholders across Novo Nordisk to implement the sustainability strategy across our entire value chain.

Working in Novo Nordisk

Novo Nordisk is a leading global healthcare company with a 100-year legacy of driving change to defeat serious chronic diseases. Building on our strong legacy within diabetes, we are growing massively and expanding our commitment, reaching millions around the world and impacting more than 40 million patient lives daily. All of this has made us one of the 20 most valuable companies in the world by market cap. Our success relies on the joint potential and collaboration of our more than 65,000 employees around the world.

We recognize the importance of the unique skills and perspectives our people bring to the table, and we work continuously to bring out the best in them. Working at Novo Nordisk, we’re working toward something bigger than ourselves, and it’s a collective effort. Join us! Together, we go further. Together, we’re life changing.

Contact
For further information, please contact Kim Salling, Director, Sustainability Data Solutions and AI

Deadline
September 11th, 2026

Please note that we will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis, and we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. We will close this recruitment when we have found the right candidate.

You do not need to attach a cover letter to your application, but please include a few sentences about why you are applying in your resume or CV. To ensure an efficient and fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in your CV.

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.