Data Scientist (maternity cover) Full-time

Data Scientist (Maternity Cover)

Are you passionate about data and AI, and motivated by turning data into insights that solve real business problems? Do you thrive in complex stakeholder environments and enjoy presenting data visually to drive impact? If so, join the Novo Nordisk IT & Digitalisation team at Hjørring on a fixed-term maternity cover and help accelerate our digital transformation to create better outcomes for patients worldwide.

Apply now If you're ready to make an impact with data and help drive our digital journey, we encourage you to submit your application for this one-year maternity cover position starting in April.

Your new role

We are hiring a Data Scientist (maternity cover) for the IT & Digitalisation team at site Hjørring. This fixed-term position starts in April and runs for 1 year. In this role, you will collaborate closely with lines of business to simplify workflows and enable data-driven decisions across the site. You will work with a broad range of stakeholders—from operators and team leads to central IT teams—and be part of a small, capable team of data engineers.

Key responsibilities:

• Design, develop, deploy and optimize data-driven applications and solutions (including Power Platform) to improve site efficiency.
• Build and maintain automated, high-quality data pipelines using Alteryx, DataBricks, including SQL-based data processing and transformation logic.
• Participate in project work to design and document end-to-end data flow maps, ensuring clear lineage and handoffs between systems and stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvements to increase data quality, reliability, and availability.
• Contribute to the site's digital agenda and collaborate with colleagues to deliver scalable, user-focused solutions.
• Communicate insights and visualizations to non-technical stakeholders to support decision-making.

Your new department

You will be part of a team that sets a high standard for digital solutions while keeping a positive, fun culture. At Hjørring site, IT & Digitalisation is responsible for digital solutions, dashboards, IT support, MES systems and infrastructure—work that directly supports our mission to improve patient outcomes around the globe.

Your skills and qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Finance, Economics, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience navigating complex stakeholder environments and translating business needs into data solutions.
• Hands-on experience with SQL, Power Platform and Alteryx, is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to maintain a big-picture perspective.
• Curious, proactive, and a collaborative team player with a can-do attitude and eagerness to learn.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Working at Novo Nordisk

At Novo Nordisk, we don't wait for change. We drive it. We're a dynamic company in an even more dynamic industry, and we know that what got us to where we are today is not necessarily what will make us successful in the future. We embrace the spirit of experimentation, striving for excellence without fixating on perfection. We never shy away from opportunities to develop; we seize them. From research and development, through to manufacturing, marketing, and sales – we're all working to move the needle on patient care.

What we offer

Beyond a competitive compensation package, we offer continuous learning, global mobility opportunities, and a people-first culture. Our benefits are thoughtfully designed to support both your professional ambitions and personal well-being—at every stage of your journey.

More information

For further information about the role, please do not hesitate to call Senior Manager; Michael Søndergård Jacobsen at +45-34449660

Deadline

22 February 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.