Laboratory Technician for Biophysics and Injectable Formulation

Biophysics and Injectable Formulation

Måløv, Denmark

Are you a skilled laboratory technician with a passion for biophysics and pharmaceutical development? Join our Biophysics & Injectable Formulation team and contribute to developing the next generation of life-changing medicines. This is your opportunity to work with advanced technologies in a highly collaborative and innovative environment.

Your new role

In this lab-based role, you will be working with a wide range of state-of-the-art biophysical characterisation methods to support research projects across multiple therapeutic modalities. You will work in close contact with join a dynamic team where science, collaboration, and innovation are at the core of everything we do.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Working with techniques such as light scattering, chromatography, SAXS, NMR, DLS, nDSF and related methods
• Preparing and characterising liquid drug product formulations, including stability testing
• Collaborating closely with scientists and fellow laboratory technicians on research activities
• Implementing new technologies and developing methods aligned with departmental needs
• Contributing to optimisation of workflows and routines to ensure high throughput and efficiency

This role offers a unique opportunity to combine hands-on laboratory work with method development and continuous improvement in a cutting-edge research environment.

Your new department

The Biophysics and Injectable Formulation research area consists of three departments sharing responsibility for biophysical characterisation of biomolecules and injectable formulation development.

We house an extensive portfolio of state-of-the-art instrumentation and automation and are part of the Drug Product Research unit. This unit is responsible for early injectable and oral formulation development and analysis of peptides, proteins, and new therapeutic modalities across the Novo Nordisk research portfolio.

Your skills and qualifications

We are looking for a motivated and dedicated laboratory technician who thrives in both independent and collaborative work environments.

To succeed in this role, we imagine that you:

• Are educated as a laboratory technician
• Have hands-on experience within biophysics and protein chemistry or injectable formulation development of pharmaceuticals
• Are familiar with several of the above-mentioned techniques, such as chromatography, light scattering, SAXS, and NMR
• Have work experience within Pharma R&D, which is considered an advantage
• Have experience in nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy (NMR), which is considered an advantage

As a person, you are dedicated, engaged, and proactive. You take initiative and work independently, while also being a strong team player who is motivated to learn new methods and processes. You work diligently, are well organised, communicate comfortably in English, and take pride in delivering high-quality results within agreed timelines.

Working at Novo Nordisk

Every day we seek 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

At Novo Nordisk, you'll join a global healthcare company with a unique culture and strong results. We offer continuous learning, career development, and benefits tailored to your life and career stage.

Salary and Benefits: The Annual Base Salary ranges from 437,600 to 643,200 DKK, corresponding to the level of the position. The placement within the salary range will be assessed during the recruitment process based on the candidate's skills, competencies, knowledge, and relevant experience.

A competitive benefits package is offered, including a pension scheme (currently 13% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution) in accordance with the applicable Collective Agreement for Salaried Employees (Industriens Funktionæroverenskomst or "IFO").

The benefits package also includes a free choice account currently with 11% and 4% holiday allowance.

Deadline

30 July 2026

Please note that, due to the summer break, the interview process will be conducted in August.

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.