Advanced QA Professional for Development of Analytical Methods

Do you have a passion for Quality Assurance and are eager to support and improve processes surrounding the flow of raw materials and packaging materials? Are you ready to tackle diverse challenges and collaborate with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment? If yes, then apply now to join us and experience a life-changing career!

The position
As an Advanced QA Professional, you will collaborate with resolute colleagues on large scale projects to ensure implementation of material flow at different Novo Nordisk sites and be responsible for the Quality Assurance of development of analytical methods for those.

The tasks are diverse as we have a lot of exciting projects in Novo Nordisk. This gives us a variety of challenges, and strong collaboration with all stakeholders is an essential key to success.

Other key activities will include:

• Quality assurance of validation and qualification of equipment and IT systems
• Participate in project related to optimization and standardization of QA processes
• Participate in inspections and audits - ensuring compliance to GMP and other regulations
• Participate in various process groups and/or Process Responsible QA for assigned processes in the process landscape

You will be working closely with colleagues in quality control, material development, purchasing/logistics, warehouse, consuming departments, and suppliers.

The role is currently located in Bagsværd, but please note that our department will be relocating to new office buildings in Taastrup by the beginning of 2026.

Qualifications
To succeed in this role, you:

• Hold a master’s degree within pharmaceutical/Natural sciences, engineering, or a related field
• Have several years’ experience in QA/Regulatory Affairs/production/chemical processes related roles
• Have experience from either the pharmaceutical or food production industry, ideally in a project environment
• Showcase a strong quality mindset, along with excellent collaboration and communication skills
• Display fluency in both written and spoken English

It would be considered as a strong advantage if you have experience in participation in audit/ handling of audits, and knowledge of chemistry, microbiology, materials, or relevant production processes.

On a personal level, you are known for your energetic and positive mindset, flexibility, and persistence. You enjoy working in a dynamic environment with changing priorities, where you confidently make clear decisions and take ownership of requirements, even when faced with complexities or situations when the solution is not immediately clear. Your independence and proactive approach allow you to seamlessly engage with cross-functional stakeholders.
 

About the department
Sourcing QA is responsible for Quality Assurance of Raw Materials and Packaging Materials going into all of Novo Nordisk’s marketed products. We are responsible for Quality Assurance of our suppliers who are located all over the world. Ensuring a high standard of incoming materials and involvement in investigations into quality issues using LEAN tools is part of our daily work.

In total, we are 80 dedicated employees divided into 6 teams working closely together. We collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation and global suppliers.

At Novo Nordisk, your skills, dedication and ambition help us change lives for the better. In exchange, we offer you an opportunity to work with extraordinary talent and benefit from a range of possibilities for professional and personal development.
 
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 the Quality Assurance Manager Lea Marie Christensen at [email protected].
 
Deadline
25 February 2025

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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.