In vitro Associate Scientist (12-months maternity cover)

Diabetes and Obesity Discovery Biology 

Måløv (Greater Copenhagen area), Denmark

Are you interested in working with in vitro biology? Do you find it exciting and inspiring to be part of a research team developing new treatments for cardiometabolic diseases? If yes, then read on! We are looking for a dedicated Associate Scientist for a 12-months maternity cover to support our early research pipeline in Diabetes & Obesity Discovery and Translation. Apply today!

Your new role

The position is within the Diabetes and Obesity Discovery Biology department, which is part of Global Research (GR).

As an Associate Scientist, you will:

• Participate in the in vitro characterisation and development of new therapeutics for the treatment of cardiometabolic diseases
• Design, troubleshoot, and carry out experiments based on knowledge from the literature as well as with support from our scientists, and deliver high-quality data and results to our internal projects
• Handle primary cells and cell lines and be part of setting up advanced human cell-based functional assays to support phenotyping and validation of new drug candidates
• Maintain laboratory supplies and operations and keep accurate and detailed records of experimental work and data
• Work collaboratively with different stakeholders in a matrix organisation

Ultimately, your work will contribute to the improvement of the quality of life for millions of people with diabetes, obesity or other cardiometabolic diseases around the world. 

About the department

The Diabetes & Obesity Discovery Biology department is part of the Diabetes & Obesity Discovery & Translation area with primary focus on establishing new cellular in vitro models to elucidate mode-of-action and profiling of novel biology and molecules for early evaluation of new drug candidates. We contribute to many different research activities and projects, and we are responsible for delivering high quality data and input to drive the projects forward. For this purpose, we apply state-of-the-art equipment and collaborate closely with other departments within the cardiometabolic disease area.

In the department, we are seven scientists, three technicians, and three students/interns. Our working atmosphere is characterised by an open, cheerful, and informal tone. With a multitude of different nationalities in the team, both working and social language is English.

Your skills & qualifications

To be successful in this position you have:

• A master’s degree in life sciences (human biology, biochemistry, biomedicine, biotechnology or similar)
• Solid hands-on experience with cell cultures and cell-based screening assays
• Previous experience with vascular in vitro assays or 3D models is an advantage
• Experience in methods such as RNA isolation, qPCR, ELISA and imaging
• Preferably skilled in programs such as Excel and Prism
• Knowledge of vascular biology and/or type 2 diabetes/obesity is an advantage

In addition to your scientific profile, you are a motivated and open-minded team player with good collaboration skills. You are flexible, organised, and result oriented.

Working at Novo Nordisk

Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with determination, constant curiosity and a commitment to finding better ways forward. For over 100 years, this dedication has driven us to build a company focused on lasting change for long-term health. One where diverse thinking, shared purpose and mutual respect come together to create extraordinary results. When you join us, you're not just starting a job – you're becoming part of a story that spans generations.

What we offer

There is, of course, more on offer here than the uniqueness of our culture and the extraordinary results we produce. Being part of a global healthcare company means opportunities to learn and develop are all around us, while our benefits are designed with your career and life stage in mind.

More information

For further information, please contact Dora Hancz, Department Manager, D&O Discovery Biology at +45-3075 8187.       

Deadline

15 March 2026.

We will review the applications on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you 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 resume or CV. To ensure an efficient and fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo to your CV.

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.