Research Scientist for Biophysical Characterization

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Do you have the knowledge and skills to contribute to the development and documentation of biophysical analytical methods for products that makes a real difference for patients with chronic diseases across the world? And do you enjoy working in an open, dynamic, and social atmosphere with a “can do” mind-set and strong focus on technical and scientific skills?

If so, you have the opportunity to play a key role in the Chemistry, Manufacturing and Control (CMC) Analytical Support department, team Biophysical Analysis in Måløv, Copenhagen.

The position

You will be part of the Biophysical Analysis team and the focus will be to develop and use biophysical analytical methods in order to support development of next generation drug substance

and drug products. We are a team of 6 laboratory technicians, 5 scientists, and 1 specialist.

Together with our skilled technicians you will:

• Be responsible for planning and coordinating experiments for method development
• Be the main biophysical analytical person in the projects
• Have a close collaboration with many scientists and technicians in- and outside of the department
• Together with your colleagues you will contribute to the on-going optimization, automation and digitalization of processes and systems

Qualifications

You hold a master’s degree and preferably a PhD degree within Life Sciences (Pharmacy, Engineering, or other relevant discipline). You are either newly educated or come with several years of relevant industry experience. You have a comprehensive knowledge of general protein physical chemistry and strong practical experience within biophysical characterization of biopharmaceuticals such as peptides, proteins, and antibodies in solution. Candidates with prior knowledge of modalities such as gene therapy and mini-binders are also encouraged to apply. Programming and mathematic modelling skills will be an advantage.

Knowledge and practical experience with more of the following analytical techniques is considered an advantage:

• Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) spectroscopy
• Small-Angle X-ray Scattering (SAXS)
• Calorimetry, e.g. Isothermal Titration Calorimetry (ITC) and Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC)
• Spectroscopy, e.g. Thioflavin T Fluorescence, Fourier-Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR)
• Light scattering, e.g. Dynamic Light Scattering (DLS), Composition-Gradient Multi-Angle Light Scattering (CG-MALS)
• (Sub)visible protein particle characterization techniques, e.g. Micro-Flow Imaging (MFI) and FlowCam

As a person you have a positive and flexible mind-set, which is helpful in a dynamic working environment with varying projects and processes. You are a team player who build fruitful relations to both colleagues and stakeholders and ensure to reach team goals. You have the ability to communicate clear conclusions from complex content and data. Furthermore, you have a natural flair for thinking in new solutions and automation. We expect you to be fluent in written and spoken English. Fluency in a Scandinavian language is an advantage.

About the department

As part of Novo Nordisk PSQIT organisation, Chemistry, Manufacturing and Control (CMC) Product & Process Development makes a real difference for patients with chronic diseases across the world. We develop, manufacture and distribute drug candidates for clinical trials and have a strong culture with a "can do" mindset.

CMC Analytical Support is a department within CMC Analysis & Characterisation, and located in Novo Nordisk Park, Måløv, greater Copenhagen. The department is responsible for developing analytical methods, validation, documentation, characterisation, and delivering analytical results for drug substance, drug product, side chains, raw materials, excipients, and leachables, all supporting the progress of the pipeline in Novo Nordisk.

Providing analytical support to all parts of Novo Nordisk, the department acts as a link between Research and Product Supply, spanning from early development to phase 3 clinical trials and registration. We have an innovative mindset, and we are on an interesting transformation journey to become a truly digital and automated laboratory.

We are approximately 90 colleagues in the department, organised in five teams all working within GSP as well as GMP. The department is characterised by a can-do attitude and an open-minded culture, where we are proud of our work and focused on customer satisfaction.

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 Manager Marcel Skejovic Joehnke by phone +45 34447971 or mail LMJK@novonordisk.com

Deadline

2 April 2025

Applications will be reviewed 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 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.

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