Manager/Senior Manager Competitive Intelligence

Are you passionate about competitive intelligence? Do you have experience in market research analysis within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry? If so, now is your chance to join Ascendis Pharma as our new Manager / Senior Manager Competitive Intelligence. 

Ascendis Pharma is a global biopharmaceutical company committed to making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. Guided by our core values of Patients, Science, and Passion, we are applying our innovative TransCon® technology platform to fulfill our mission of developing new therapies that demonstrate best-in-class potential to address unmet medical needs.

At our headquarters in Hellerup, Denmark, research facilities in Heidelberg, Germany, and additional offices across Europe and the United States, we are advancing programs in our Endocrinology Rare Disease and Oncology portfolios. We also collaborate with partners on the development of TransCon-based products in other therapeutic areas and markets.

We are seeking a passionate Manager / Senior Manager Competitive Intelligence to join our growing team. The Competitive Intelligence department’s primary objective is to keep the business optimally informed on developments in the competitive landscape, support the sustainable growth of the company and ensure Ascendis Pharma remains agile and competitive in a rapidly evolving industry. 

The Manager / Senior Competitive Intelligence Manager will play a critical role in Ascendis' success in Endocrinology Rare Disease area. He/she is responsible will be the driving force providing high quality information enabling the informed decision-making across the company, by gathering, analyzing and transforming data into actional insights which can propel company’s growth. He/she will collaborate and interface with cross-functional key stakeholders and is expected to communicate in a clear and data-driven manner. 

The Manager / Senior Competitive Intelligence Manager will report to Director of Competitive Intelligence and become an integrated part of a very dedicated and experienced group consisting of senior leaders from research & product development, commercial, medical affairs and project management teams. 

Your key responsibility will be: 

• Lead competitive intelligence efforts by collecting, analyzing and disseminating information to create a unified understanding of the market landscape 

• Conduct thorough analyses of competitors’ strategies, strengths and weaknesses, and closely monitor industry and market trends to understand the potential impact of environment changes on the business  

• Act as strategic thought partner across different functions and teams, collaborate to plan and execute market research projects and deep dive analytics to support key business decisions 

• Stay current on key publications (e.g., scientific literature, analyst reports, regulatory documents) and share findings with key stakeholders 

• Contribute to special projects or operational initiatives as needed (e.g., patient advocacy collaboration, global reach planning, scenario planning and forecasting) 

• Establish processes, structures, and templates to support Ascendis' growth (e.g., business   case    process,   market  landscape  tracker) 

Qualifications and Skills: 

You hold a relevant university degree in the life sciences 

Furthermore, you have: 

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in competitive intelligence, regulatory intelligence or market analysis from biotech, pharma or consultancy companies  

• Additionally, your ability to synthesize complex information at both scientific and commercial levels and present it in a clear, actionable manner is crucial 

• Exceptional desktop research skill to identify new insights and information  

• English at a professional level, both written and spoken, and you master MS Office 

Key competencies:  

As a person, you are a curious and adaptable professional, consistently seeking for new insights to navigate dynamic therapeutic landscapes  highly committed to delivering outstanding results at all times. You are analytical and detail oriented, and you are capable of identifying and resolving problems in a timely manner. You are passionate about the work you are doing and like to take the challenge. You are a team player  with an open and communicative approach, have the ability to develop effective working relationships with employees at all levels.  

Ascendis Pharma offers you an exciting and challenging position in an entrepreneurial and international company with a short line of command. You will be involved in activities that are central to Ascendis Pharma’s strategy and work together with highly skilled and experienced colleagues to advance the exciting product pipeline.  

Travelling: up to 20 days/year including participation in medical conferences 

Office: Ascendis Pharma Denmark resides in a wonderful office facility in Tuborg Havn in Hellerup with a view of the harbour, the canals, and the sea. 

Apply now. 

Applications will be evaluated when received, so please apply as soon as possible. 

All applications must be submitted in English and are treated confidentially. 

For more details about the position or the company, please contact Yang Yang-Malten, Director of Competitive Intelligence [email protected] or visit our website www.ascendispharma.com 

A note to recruiters: 

We do not allow external search party solicitation.  Presentation of candidates without written permission from the Ascendis Pharma HR team (specifically from: Talent Acquisition Partner or Human Resources Director) is not allowed.  If this occurs, your ownership of these candidates will not be acknowledged.