Senior Laboratory Technician - in vitro screening assays

Are you an experienced laboratory technician with expertise in in vitro biological assays and a big passion for automation? Would you like to be part of a diverse and innovative department contributing to the development of life-changing therapies? Then join us here at Novo Nordisk as a Senior Laboratory Technician. Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply for our exciting opportunity!

The position
The position is anchored in Centre for Functional Assays & Screening. In your daily work, you will collaborate closely with department scientists and laboratory technicians to develop, plan, and execute in vitro biological screening assays with a high focus on automated and digitalized workflows.

As our new Senior Laboratory Technician, you will have the opportunity to:

• Plan and execute experiments including screening cycles using state-of-the-art automation solutions
• Develop and optimize tailormade cellular in vitro assays with medium and high through-put
• Perform data analysis and document experimental work
• Take part in experimental troubleshooting
• Work with mammalian cell cultures and cell-based in vitro biological assays

Your role will also involve enhancing daily workflows within the department, fostering continuous improvements.

Qualifications
To be successful in this role, we imagine that you have:

• A relevant education as a Laboratory Technician or equivalent
• Experience with mammalian cell culture methodologies
• Excellent laboratory skills and extensive hands-on experience with development and execution of in vitro biological assays e.g. reporter gene assays, receptor binding, HTRF and ELISA
• A keen interest and experience with screening using liquid handlers e.g. Biomek, Hamilton or Tecan or other automation solutions and systems
• Proficiency in English communication, both written and verbally

Research experience from the pharmaceutical industry/biotech and programming abilities (e.g. Python or R) are considered as an advantage, but not a requirement.

As a person, we envision that you:

• Can work independently in a structured manner and exhibits excellent time-management skills
• Proactively engage as an energetic team player with a positive attitude toward challenges
• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Enjoy collaborating within teams and to share knowledge
• Demonstrate commitment to delivering high-quality work

About the Department
The Centre for Functional Assays & Screening (CFAS) is part of Global Research Technologies at Novo Nordisk located in Måløv, Denmark. 

We specialise in the design and execution of a variety of biologically relevant medium- and high-throughput screening assays with a strong focus on automation and digitalisation. As part of a matrix organisation, we deliver high quality in vitro data to support the identification, optimisation, and characterisation of drug candidates across multiple projects to progress our projects portfolio in close collaboration through synergistic cross-organisational collaborations.

CFAS consists of three sub-departments and currently consists of 16 scientists, four associate scientists, 15 technicians and two students. You will be part of a high-performing, multidisciplinary team exploring and identifying new treatment options for diabetes, obesity, and other serious chronic diseases. 

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.

Contact
For further information, please contact Tine Glendorf at (+45) 30756277

Deadline
12 May 2024 

Applications will be screened on an ongoing basis, so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. You do not need to attach a cover letter to your application but please include a few sentences about why you are applying in your CV. Please also avoid the use of photos in your CV. This makes for a better and less biased process. 
 

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

At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.