Associate Functional Programmer

Company Novo Nordisk Global Business Services

Department Research & Development

Location Bangalore

Turn clinical data into meaningful insights that help bring life-changing therapies to patients this role youll develop monitoring reports that directly support the quality and safety of clinical trials across our global portfolio.

Your new role

As an Associate Functional Programmer you will generate and maintain monitoring reports that support Risk-Based Quality Management (RBQM) across Novo Nordisks clinical trial portfolio. Youll work closely with cross-functional stakeholders to translate complex data into actionable insights that safeguard trial quality and patient safety.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Generating standard and customised monitoring reports (Trial Central Medical Monitoring and Risk Indicator reports) to support RBQM across the trial portfolio
• Developing new programs or customising existing ones using tools such as Central Monitoring Platform (CMP) Qlik Sense SQL SAS JMP Power BI Databricks Python and R integrating data from multiple sources
• Understanding stakeholder requirements and preparing detailed specifications for report development
• Producing ad-hoc reports (e.g. AESI Data Cleaning cycles Protocol deviations Site Data Entry statuses Subject lists) for various stakeholder groups
• Creating validation documentation conducting peer reviews of programs and reports and designing report templates using data models or mock data
• Participating in monitoring report meetings recording minutes providing input on data availability and following up on action items

Your new department

In Research & Development youll be part of a unit that explores bold scientific ideas and advances them into clinical testing. We combine curiosity AI tools and human data to develop transformative therapies. Through collaboration and operational excellence we shape and deliver an innovative pipeline to meet future patient needs.

You will be based in our Global Business Services centre in Bengaluru working as part of the Trial Monitoring & Reporting team. The team plays a critical role in ensuring the quality and integrity of clinical trial data through robust reporting frameworks. Youll collaborate daily with colleagues at headquarters and across our global clinical operations with opportunities for international travel for training and stakeholder engagement.

Your skills & qualifications

Were looking for a detail-oriented and curious Associate Functional Programmer who thrives in a collaborative data-driven environment. Youll bring with you:

• A Masters or Bachelors degree in Life Sciences Computer Science Information Technology Clinical Information Management or an equivalent qualification
• 13 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry preferably including 12 years within clinical data management systems bioinformatics or as a Clinical Research Associate
• Basic proficiency in at least one programming language such as SAS SQL Python or R with the ability to identify technical solutions for data challenges
• Familiarity with drug development processes basic medical terminology GxP guidelines and computer system validation processes
• Strong analytical skills with an aptitude for data analytics and statistical concepts combined with proficiency in written and spoken English and the ability to collaborate effectively in a diverse multi-cultural environment

Working at Novo Nordisk

Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this we approach our work with determination constant curiosity and a commitment to finding better ways forward. For over 100 years this dedication has driven us to build a company focused on lasting change for long-term health. One where diverse thinking shared purpose and mutual respect come together to create extraordinary results. When you join us youre not just starting a job youre becoming part of a story that spans generations.

Deadline

14 September 2026.

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

At Novo Nordisk were not chasing quick fixes were creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years weve 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 whats possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives seek out bold ideas and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together were 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.