Associate Director, Product Innovation

Ascendis Pharma

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Ascendis Pharma seeks an Associate Director for Product Innovation to identify and analyze potential drug candidates and indications, with emphasis on disease biology and unmet medical needs. The role involves conducting competitive and market assessments, supporting early research, and delivering insights to guide strategic pipeline decisions. Based in Hellerup, Denmark, the position reports to the Director of Product Innovation.

What they're looking for

PhD in life sciences with postdoctoral experience preferred
5 years pharma or biotech industry experience in research or business development
Strong biological background enabling rapid learning of novel systems
Experience in lead finding and drug development translation
Proficiency in competitive intelligence and patent analysis
Ability to synthesize complex data into actionable recommendations

What you'll be doing

Identify novel drug candidates and therapeutic indications aligned with company strategy
Conduct comprehensive disease, competitive, and patent analyses supporting pipeline decisions
Partner strategically across functions to inform early research and business initiatives
Monitor scientific literature, regulatory developments, and market trends for pipeline insights
Develop processes and analytical frameworks supporting organizational growth

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