Japan Novo Nordisk

Cardiometabolic MSL Manager (East)
CMRQ, Medical Affairs Department, Field Medical Affairs
Tokyo, Japan 

Join the Field Medical Affairs team as a Group Manager at Novo Nordisk Japan, where you will play a vital role in advancing healthcare by connecting with key opinion leaders and healthcare professionals to share the latest scientific insights on our innovative therapies. We are seeking a passionate individual who are committed to improving the lives of people with chronic diseases through education and relationship building. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and want to make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes, we invite you to apply

Your new role
This position provides field leadership, coaching, mentoring and management for the Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs), and develops and implements field-based strategies consistent with the overall Medical Affairs Strategy and strategic imperatives.
Your responsibilities will include:

  • Key Opinion Leader (KOL) Management: Optimize relationships with KOLs and healthcare professionals to enhance scientific knowledge of Novo Nordisk products; lead efforts to identify and engage KOLs, ensuring regular updates and addressing inquiries.
  • Collaboration with Sales Force: Foster effective communication between the MSL team and sales force to enhance scientific engagement; define healthcare professional targets and adapt strategies based on business needs, ensuring collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
  • Team Development and Performance Evaluation: Mentor and coach MSLs to foster personal and professional growth; evaluate field performance, provide constructive feedback, and support the setting of annual goals to align with unit objectives.
  • Representation and Strategic Communication: Represent the MSL team at scientific events and create business opportunities through medical insights; deliver comprehensive reports on field insights and strategic recommendations during cross-functional meetings, emphasizing their implications for business goals.
  • Compliance and Administrative Support: Ensure all activities comply with relevant laws, regulations, and company policies; provide administrative support for field-based MSL activities, monitor engagement effectiveness, and ensure timely reporting and understanding of business priorities among direct reports.
  • Your new department
    The Field Medical Affairs team within the Medical Affairs Department at Novo Nordisk Japan is dedicated to advancing the company's mission of improving the lives of people with chronic diseases by providing healthcare professionals with the latest scientific information and insights on Novo Nordisk's innovative therapies. They engage with key opinion leaders and healthcare providers to enhance understanding and facilitate discussions that lead to better patient management and health outcomes. By gathering valuable field insights, the team informs internal stakeholders about evolving medical needs, ensuring that Novo Nordisk's offerings align with the needs of healthcare professionals and patients alike.

    Your skills & qualifications
    The candidate should demonstrate a strong focus on self-development and leadership while effectively communicating the value of field medical activities to stakeholders; they must possess a take-charge attitude, work autonomously, and navigate rapidly changing market dynamics. Additionally, the candidate should be skilled at establishing and strengthening relationships with customers, enhancing Novo Nordisk's image through effective communication and negotiation skills. You will bring with you:

  • An advanced healthcare or science degree is required, along with knowledge of local and corporate compliance and regulatory processes.
  • Preferred experience in therapeutic areas such as hematology, diabetes, or endocrinology.
  • Experience working as a Medical Affairs Professional (Medical Science Liaison (MSL) experience is highly preferred).
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex tasks and lead professional teams effectively (people management experience is preferred).
  • Native fluent Japanese and strong business English required
  • 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.

    What we offer
    There is, of course, more on offer here than the uniqueness of our culture and the extraordinary results we produce. Being part of a global healthcare company means that opportunities to learn and develop are all around us, while our benefits are designed with your career and life stage in mind.

    More information
    You are welcome to contact our Japan Talent Acquisition team at if you have questions about the role. Be advised that we might not be able to answer queries about your recruitment status.

    Deadline
    10th November 2025. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis.

    Novo Nordisk is currently in the process of adjusting job titles globally. Please note that the job title listed in this advertisement may be subject to change. More detailed information will be provided during the recruitment process.

    Novo Nordisk is not your typical healthcare company. In a modern world of quick fixes, we focus on solutions to defeat serious chronic diseases and promote long-term health. Our unordinary mindset is at the heart of everything we do. We seek out new ideas and put people first as we push the boundaries of science, make healthcare more accessible, and treat, prevent, and even cure diseases that affect millions of lives. Because it takes an unordinary approach to drive real, lasting change in health.

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