Department Manager - Stem Cell Biology

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Are you our new Department Manager in Cell Therapy Research? Do you have a passion for translational research and expertise in stem cell biology? We are looking for a dedicated and committed people leader to join our team. Read more and apply today for a life-changing career.

The position
As Department Manager in Stem Cell Biology, you will be responsible for leading a team of highly specialized scientists and laboratory technicians working to develop protocols and analytical methods within our Type 1 Diabetes portfolio. You will help set the direction for Cell Therapy Research and support the uniquely innovative and collaborative culture in Cell Therapy R&D at Novo Nordisk.
Your key responsibilities will include:

• Prioritization of tasks in alignment with organizational goals, balancing short-term deliverables with long-term innovation within a matrix structure.
• Guide and support your team, fostering a culture of high scientific standards and a strong team spirit.
• Support the progression of projects towards clinical development by ensuring department focus on developing robust protocols and state-of-the-art analytical methods.
• Mentor and coach team members, promoting professional growth and valuing diversity.
• Drive cross-functional collaborations and build alignment with stakeholders.
• Ensure continuous improvements in processes and lab infrastructure, maintaining operational excellence.
• Support the roll-out of digital solutions and lab automation projects to enhance throughput, quality, and data insights.

Qualifications
To succeed in this position, you should:

• Hold a relevant degree, preferably a Ph.D. in life sciences ideally within stem cell or developmental biology.
• Be a strong people leader with proven experience in managing high-performing teams in a complex and fast-paced research environment.
• Have a curiosity to learn and experiment, driving change in cell therapy development and fostering seamless collaboration.
• Possess excellent communication skills, fluent in oral and written English, with the ability to tailor communication to different stakeholders.
• Combine attention to detail in daily operations with a strategic perspective to help set direction for the unit.

About the department
The Department of Stem Cell Biology is a dynamic, technology-driven research department, part of Cell Therapy R&D, a Transformational Research Unit (TRU) within Novo Nordisk. Based in Måløv, the department consists of 9 scientists and 4 technicians. Our team focuses on protocol development in small-scale suspension culture systems, in vitro characterization, and assay development. We are responsible for cell preparation and cell characterization for in vivo studies and have ongoing projects in lab automation and digitalization. Our sister department focuses on bioprocess development, and together, we operate as a unified team supporting the T1D portfolio and platform projects. The team is anchored in Cell Therapy Research consisting of 4 departments supporting our full project portfolio.

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 Director Dorthe Rønn Petersen at telephone: +45 30794290. 

Deadline
Friday, 21st of March 2025.

If you see yourself in the description above, please apply sooner rather than later, as we review applications and schedule interviews on an ongoing basis. 

Please attach a cover letter to your application. To ensure an efficient and fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo to your CV.
 

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