Process Scientist (Denmark, Kalundborg)

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Kalundborg, Denmark

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Quality

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Are you fascinated by microorganisms and want to become a part of a central microbiological function? Do you want to join a team of highly engaged and experienced colleagues within an international organization where you come to work and make a difference for millions of patients? If yes, then you may be our new colleague.

The Position
We are currently looking for an experienced microbiologist to join the team in a new and permanent position.

You will be responsible for:

• Some of the analytical methods and related equipment, interacting closely with the laboratory and our many stakeholders.
• Ensuring that the methods are performed in accordance with the current internal and external requirements (GMP guidelines and the pharmacopoeias), both within the department and towards our sites.
• Collaborating with our team to help drive our technology journey, strengthen the use of data in the department and the implementation of relevant digital tools.

Qualifications:
To be successful in this role, you should have:

• A master's degree and/or PhD in life science (biology, engineering, biotechnology, pharmaceutical science, or equivalent) with a quality mindset.
• Solid knowledge of microbiology, preferably with experience in the pharmaceutical industry or a similar field.
• Experience with microbiological methodology and data analysis.
• Knowledge and experience with good manufacturing practice (cGMP).
• Fluency in both written and spoken Danish and English.

You should have a keen interest in technology and digitalization. Experience with business intelligence (BI) tools, statistics and programming is an advantage.

About the department
We are a microbiological department consisting of 5 teams, which are part of a larger QC department. In the department, we are around 80 employees, and you will be part of a good and well-functioning microbiological analysis team consisting of 17 committed and skilled laboratory technicians and scientists.

Our main tasks are identification of microbiological organisms and validation of microbiological methods (Test for Sterility, endotoxin, and viable counts), analysis of drug products for upcoming clinical trials, transfer of methods to production sites, efficacy tests of disinfectants/preservatives and scientific support to our production sites. Furthermore, the department is on an exciting journey involving scouting, testing and implementing novel and fast process analytical technology that can change the game and reduce the lead time for microbiological analysis at production sites with the ambitious long-term goal of real time release testing of drug product.

At Novo Nordisk Manufacturing Kalundborg, you will become part of a fantastic team in a leading company that produces insulins and GLP-1 analogues and supports millions of people with diabetes and other chronic diseases. With over 3,400 employees, you will collaborate with skilled colleagues in a thriving environment. Our commitment to innovation and expertise means that you will work alongside passionate colleagues driving progress in technology and processes. Your contributions will play a crucial role in our shared mission to have a positive impact on global health.

Working at Novo Nordisk
At Novo Nordisk, we don’t 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 curiosity and strive to create a diverse and inclusive culture, where everyone feels safe, valued and they belong. We never shy away from opportunities to develop, we seize them. From research and development, through to manufacturing, marketing and sales – we are all working together to move the needle on patient care.

Contact
For further information please contact Associate Manager Sohrab Ayoubi on +45 3075 1209.

Deadline
Apply no later than September 22, 2024.

Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, and the first interviews will be scheduled accordingly.

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 in 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.