Purification Senior Scientist/Specialist with a flair for Data Science

We are expanding our research both within our core and new therapeutic areas. We are therefore looking for a talented and experienced protein and peptide purification scientist with strong data science competences to support our discovery pipeline and spearhead research projects that will ultimately make a difference for patients with unmet medical needs.
If you are looking for a life-changing career where science, digitalization and technology innovation are the foundation for making new medicines, then this opportunity could be right for you. Apply now and join us to improve lives of millions of people through innovative pharmaceutical solutions!

The position
As a scientist in Purification Research 2, you will ensure the delivery of fit-for-purpose purified recombinant peptides and proteins to early research projects as well as initial process development. You will be assigned to several research projects supporting our therapy areas to discover new lead candidates for clinical development.

In addition to the purification of peptides and proteins, you take charge on developing improved solutions for data storage, management and analysis of purification data. The digitalization and automation initiatives are focused on driving an efficient way of working.

In this role, you will work closely with stakeholders across the internal research organization to ensure alignment and the best path forward within our early research projects. 

Key responsibilities: 

• In close collaboration with your colleagues and stakeholders, secure fast and efficient laboratory-scale fit-for-purpose purification methods. 
• Be responsible for the delivery of purified peptides and proteins according to project needs by using state-of-the-art chromatography systems, filtration technologies, liquid handlers and analytical equipment.
• Proactively prepare, present, discuss and prioritize scientific tasks, challenges and results within a project team. 
• Ensure excellent scientific quality of the studies and general procedures.
• Develop digital solutions for improved ways of working with data.
• Inspire, motivate, guide and support technicians/associated colleagues in their work and secure a well-balanced workload.
• Coordinate project teams, support and engage in cross-functional/departmental collaboration.
• Identify and implement new technologies and technological innovation. 
• Maintain and expand the international scientific network and keep scientifically updated in the field of expertise.

The job title will be decided based on the chosen candidates’ qualifications and seniority level. We welcome people of all experience levels to apply and grow with us.
   
Qualifications
To thrive and succeed in this position, we expect you to have:  

• A PhD or equivalent experience with protein chemistry, molecular biology, bioprocess engineering, or a similar field.
• Strong experience with research data management and scripting in e.g. Python.
• Experience with purification of a variety of peptide and protein molecular formats, preferably in a pharmaceutical or biotech research setting. 
• Highly innovative mindset with a keen eye for continuous improvement and automation.
• Experience in driving cross-functional and global collaborations.

As a person, you are curious and open-minded to new ideas, people, and challenges. You have excellent communication skills, and you thrive working in a cross-functional, multi-disciplinary setting. You are a good team player, who consistently engages in constructive collaborations and values collaboration and knowledge sharing. Your passion for science and ability to impact and progress projects inspires those around you.

About the department
The Purification Research 2 department counts about 15 highly engaged scientists and laboratory technicians and works closely together with the Purification Research 1 department. The departments belong to the Recombinant Drug Research CVP area in Global Research Technologies (GRT) and are situated outside Copenhagen in Måløv, Denmark. 

We are engaged in early research projects using state-of-the-art technology to deliver purified proteins and peptides from recombinant expressions carried out in sister departments for the development of lead molecules and selection for clinical development. In this context, the department is responsible for the purification of challenging tool proteins, platform-based automated purifications as well as highly customized purification of engineered variant molecules in milligram to gram scale quantities. In addition, the department also supports cell line development and is responsible for developing the initial purification process suited for transfer to our CMC colleagues. 

Working at Novo Nordisk
At Novo Nordisk, we do not wait for change. We drive it. We are 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 to manufacturing, marketing, and sales – we’re all working to move the needle on patient care.

Contact
For further information, please contact Michael Mortensen, Head of Purification Research 2, at +45 3075 7509.

Deadline
12 January 2025.

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.