Research Scientist, Protein Chemistry & Assays, Novonesis

Are you ready for a new beginning?
We need your talent, knowledge and dedication to better our world with biology.

Our purpose points the way
In 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.

Join us as our new Research Scientist
We can offer a 12-month temporary position where we are looking for a research scientist with a deep passion in understanding complex substrate/enzyme interactions and linking knowledge to real application systems like food, feed, bioenergy & detergent. The position will be in R&D, Protein Chemistry & Assay, in the Department of Enzymology, Substrates & Assays.

Welcome to Protein Chemistry & Assays
The function of Protein, Chemistry & Assay is very international, and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team, so you can expect to work alongside colleagues of different nationalities, cultures, and expertise. We emphasize the importance of well-being, including creating a good and well-functioning working environment, supporting our employees' work-life balance, and offering flexible working arrangements.

The Department Enzymology, Substrates and Assays consists of 24 scientists and technicians located in Novonesis' Innovation Campus in Lyngby.

The department has a strong focus on enzymology, biochemistry and biophysics and builds on values characterized by passion, experience, professionalism, and a good work culture. We contribute to new product development by generating and sharing innovative ideas, building application relevant screening assays, understanding complex substrate/enzymes interactions and through in-depth knowledge help guide enzyme candidate selection in projects. By covering a wide range of industries, this position enables you to contribute to the development of sustainable products for diverse applications such as food, dairy, baking, human health, bioenergy, and household care.

In this role you’ll make an impact by:
Working on parallel research projects by being part of a project team with chemists and laboratory technicians across departments and countries. It is expected that you thrive on managing several tasks at the same time. An important role is also to explore and develop new technologies in-house or via external collaboration where your collaborative mindset and learning capability is crucial.

The successful candidate is a strong team player who can independently plan and execute analyses in the laboratory.

To succeed you must have:

• A PhD in biochemistry, biophysics or biotechnology or a Master’s degree with equivalent work experience
• Strong scientific background with critical thinking skills, entrepreneurship mindset and ability to formulate ideas for experiments from diverse data/knowledge inputs and application/business relevant project needs.
• Solid knowledge of protein chemistry
• Strong communication skills, an open-minded and positive attitude, and a desire to achieve results together with others.

Additional we expect you to be fluent in English as you will work closely with colleagues of many different nationalities.

It is an advantage if you have:

• Deep knowledge and working experience with proteins or other biologicals.
• Experience with enzyme kinetics and characterization, assay automation, robotic liquid handling workstations.
• An interest in programming, (Python, JMP scripting), and working with large databases.

Are you our next colleague in our team? Become a part of Novonesis and unfold your potential with us.

Place
Workplace Novonesis Innovation Campus in Lyngby, Denmark. Biologiens Vej 2, 2800 Kongens Lyngby, Greater Copenhagen - Danmark.

Do you have a passion for sustainable solutions, and can you see yourself in this position? So, follow your passion and apply today!

Application deadline: 30 November 2024.

Contact information: For more information, please contact Senior Department Manager Søren Flensted Lassen ([email protected]).

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 committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on business needs without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, age, disability, or veteran status.

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Location: Lyngby