Research Scientist in Injectable Formulation Development

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Do you have what it takes to break new land and develop injectable pharmaceutical drug product? Are you eager to act in a team responsible for linking research with production during clinical development and provide documentation of formulations and processes for new injectable products?  If yes, then apply now!

About the department

Chemistry, Manufacturing and Control (CMC) Injectable Formulation & Process is part of CMC Product & Process Development. Our department develops formulations and production processes for injectables pharmaceutical products. The department is situated in Måløv and includes approximately 85 employees organised into five teams. We manage projects from early stage (phase 1-2) to late-stage (phase 3-PV) development. Our projects include GLP-1 products, insulins, monoclonal antibodies, minibinders and oligonucleotides. 

In our department we put in an effort for a culture where we care for one another and a culture where you have a possibility to take initiatives and drive projects forward.

The position

As our new Scientist, you will have the responsibility for product and process development to secure optimal pharmaceutical characteristics and stability.
 

Your responsibilities will include:

• Working in close collaboration with a project team, and be responsible for designing, interpreting, and reporting studies on drug products
• Writing documentation for internal and external use including clinical trial applications and patent applications
• Interacting with a wide variety of internal stakeholders, e.g., Global Research, Regulatory affairs, Quality Assurance and Analytical Development

Together with colleagues, you will contribute to the on-going optimisation of processes and systems with LEAN as the guiding principle.

In the team you will set a clear scientific direction and inspire your colleagues with your positive can-do attitude.

Qualifications

You hold a PhD or a M.Sc. within Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biophysics, Engineering of related field of study preferably backed by working experience within drug product development.

In addition to that, our ideal candidate preferably has:

• Experience in formulation and/or process development and documentation, including regulatory and quality aspects of drug development projects as well as intellectual property right
• Ability to promote collaboration with other parts of the organisation as the position requires close interaction with a variety of stakeholders
• Possess strong communication skills both verbally and written in English

We are looking for someone who can show drive and have a positive can-do mind-set, you enjoy working in a team with highly motivated people dedicated to developing the next generation of pharmaceuticals in a continuously developing environment. At the same time, you should work systematically, and you can adhere to strict documentation and quality standards. You have excellent collaborative skills, and agility and flexibility are a natural part of your approach to interact with colleagues in the department and with your stakeholders.

Working at Novo Nordisk

At Novo Nordisk we always put people first. We value our employees for the unique skills they bring to the table, and we work continuously to bring out the best in them. Working at Novo Nordisk is working toward something bigger than ourselves, and it’s a collective effort. Novo Nordisk relies on the joint potential and collaboration of its more than 40,000 employees. Together, we go further. Together, we’re life changing.

Contact

For further information, please contact Manager Jonas Oldenburg Jørgensen at +45 30756504 or Manager Christina Haack at +45 30791737

Deadline

6th of April 2025

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.

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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