Research Scientist with experience in pyrogens/endotoxin for CMC Bioanalysis

Do you love and live for pyrogen and bacterial endotoxins analysis? Do you possess an inherent curiosity towards biochemistry and microbiology and the use of data to improve the development of your assays and processes? Do you have naturel project manager skills?

Then you are on the right path to become our new colleague.

Apply today for a life-changing career!

The position
We are looking for a Research Scientist to help us drive, analyse, optimise, and potentially rethink the way we do pyrogen testing. 

You will be responsible for the performance and optimisation of pyrogen assays (MAT and LAL) for specific clinical projects within the Novo Nordisk project portfolio. This means day to day cooperation with laboratory technicians, colleague scientists and project managers. This also include participation in cross organizational project and support groups, collaboration with other departments both in Research Units and in manufacturing (Product Supply), and transfer of analytical methods.

Your main tasks will include:

• the timely execution of LAL / LER and MAT assays validations
• contribute to problem handling with LER (Low Endotoxin Recovery) by using your bio/chemical knowledge on how components interact
• analytical assay development and compliance (approval of results, qualification of equipment, deviation handling & change request)
• technical writing – Develop electronic protocols and reports
• work across teams in our department optimizing, developing and timely delivery of project analytical needs

You will also participate in cross site groups with focus on Pyrogens/Endotoxin. You can look forward to using your skills and talent not only in our department but across Drug Development which covers analysis, cell banking, drug product development and stability testing within the entire R&ED clinical portfolio. We can offer an open, dynamic, and social atmosphere with a strong focus on science, collaboration, and deliveries at the right regulatory level.

Qualifications

You hold a Master of Science and preferable a PhD within microbiology, pharmacy, biomedicine, cell biology, biochemistry or similar.

Ideally you also have:

• knowledge about analysis methods e.g., MAT (monocyte activation test), pyrogen test, Endolisa and ELISA and LAL test (method C & D)
• project management skills
• interest to see new ways on how to solve LER issues
• hands on lab experience is an advantage
• experience or a keen interest for lean and continuous improvements
• a curios mind on how molecules interact in drug product formulations followed by an interest in how to use data to improve method development.

As a person, you are a team player that naturally builds relations to colleagues and stakeholders in the organization. You are an independent person that drives initiatives to reach goals and meet necessary deadlines.  You can handle several tasks at the same time, and you never lose sight of the end goal. Lastly, you have good communication skills and a positive and curious mind-set.

About the Department
As part of the Novo Nordisk PSQIT organisation, Chemistry, Manufacturing and Control (CMC) Development & Scaling 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.
 

In CMC Bioanalysis at the Novo Nordisk site in Måløv, we develop assays for analysis cell banks, in process samples, drug substance and drug product samples for the entire Novo Nordisk project portfolio in clinical trials all over the world. The department of 65 people is divided into 3 teams, of which your future team of 22 skilled employees sits with great expertise in molecular biology and pyrogens, where the tasks continuously change in line with new development projects, and Novo Nordisk postage. We are characterized by always delivering on time with high quality, but at the same time cherishing team spirit, a can-do attitude and our good mood.
 

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 Christina Wiid Svarrer at [email protected] or Specialist  René Bech Ørving at +4530796500.

Deadline
6 January 2025

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We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. 
 

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.