Associate VP, Drug Product Manufacturing US Quality
Novo Nordisk
September 22, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Clayton, NC
Operations
Role: Associate Vice President of Drug Product Manufacturing US Quality, leading QA across three manufacturing sites supporting Novo Nordisk's injectable diabetes treatments. Responsibilities: oversee quality assurance activities, formulate and execute corporate strategies ensuring product safety, manage a team of 5 direct reports and 300+ employees, drive continuous process improvements, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Requirements: Bachelor's in science, engineering, or related field; 10+ years in pharmaceutical quality or manufacturing; 5+ years in supervisory roles; strong knowledge of FDA regulations; excellent communication and leadership skills. Preferred: Master's degree. High-Value: focus on pharmaceutical quality management in aseptic drug manufacturing for injectable products, with regulatory compliance and team leadership at scale. Work setup: on-site with up to 10% travel.