Scientist

Novonesis

  • Kongens Lyngby, Hovedstaden
  • Permanent
  • Fuldtid
  • 6 timer siden
Are you ready for a new beginning?We need your talent, knowledge and dedication to better our world with biology.Our purpose points the wayIn Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless.We’re here to better our world with biology.Protein Purification Scientist, in Enzyme Research, R&DJoin us as our new Research Scientist in our Prototype department, R&DYou will be responsible for production and purification of protein/enzyme samples for several different projects and various applications, as well as alignment with stakeholders about the quality needs and progression on tasks. Besides this you will also be involved in optimizing processes and developing methods.Welcome to the ´Prototyping´ department.
We are a dedicated department consisting of three teams, of which you will be part of the protein purification team. The team currently comprises 3 scientists and 6 laboratory technicians. You will be joining an agile team where we assist and help each other in solving purification tasks including fermentation in shake flask, purification on Äkta’s and characterizing the resulting enzyme prototypes. By delivering prototypes, in the form of purified protein samples, the team enables fast progress of projects across different industries in Novonesis R&D.In this role you’ll make an impact by:
  • Ensure timely coordination with stakeholders regarding quality needs and progression
  • Actively being a part of the laboratory and ensuring the purification of the desired enzyme
  • Participating in troubleshooting and optimization of purification methods
  • Clearly communicating data, conclusions and progress to key stakeholders
To succeed you must:
  • Hold a Masters degree or PhD within biotechnology or similar areas
  • Have solid experience with protein purification using Äkta’s
  • Have solid experience with different principles of purification, HIC, IEX, MMC, SEC, and AC
  • Preferably have experience with enzyme assays and characterization
  • Preferably have a desire for working in a laboratory setting
  • Have curiosity towards laboratory automatization and digitalization
  • Be a team player motivated by common goals and collaboration
  • Be responsible and outgoing while enjoying the communication with stakeholders
Location: This job will be in Denmark at our Innovation Campus in Kgs. Lyngby.Application deadline: 21 September, 2025Contact details: If you need further information or have questions to the above, please contact Scientist Casper Normann Nurup ( ) or Director Hanne Philbert Nielsen (hpns@novonesis.com)Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today!At Novonesis we commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants. We recommend you not to attach a cover letter to your application. Instead, please include a few sentences in your resume/CV about why you are applying. To ensure a fair recruitment process, please refrain from adding a photo in your resume/CV.Novonesis is dedicated to fostering a unique community by embracing and respecting differences. We make all employment decisions based on business needs, ensuring that every individual can thrive, regardless of identity or background such as ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.Want to learn more?
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