Head of Facility

Head of Facility

Description
We are looking for a Head of Facility to join our team.
Are you driven by operational excellence and facility management in a high-impact life science setting? Do you excel at leading teams, ensuring compliance, and optimizing infrastructure to support innovation? If so, you could be the Head of Facility we’re looking for.

Novo Nordisk Foundation Cellerator is leading the transformation of the cell therapy landscape by developing and operating a state-of-the-art process development and GMP manufacturing facility at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) in Lyngby. Our advanced ATMP facility, currently under greenfield construction, is scheduled to commence operations in Q3 2027 and will be ready for regulatory inspections by Q3 2028. As a philanthropic entity, Cellerator is dedicated to accelerating the progress of cell-based therapies, serving both academic institutions and industry partners. Our mission is to foster significant growth in regenerative medicine for the benefit of patients and society.

The job
As our Head of Facility at Cellerator, you will take a leading role in shaping the design, operation, and continuous improvement of our site. This is a position where our vision meets hands-on execution: you’ll oversee facility planning and infrastructure development while staying closely involved in daily operations to ensure everything runs smoothly. From optimizing workflows and resource allocation to driving sustainability initiatives and safety standards.

You’ll be the key decision-maker guiding our facility toward operational excellence. At the same time, you’ll lead by example - working alongside teams, solving challenges on the ground, and ensuring that our facility supports innovation and growth. Joining Cellerator means becoming part of a dynamic, international team united by purpose, where diverse perspectives fuel progress and where your leadership directly shapes our success.

Your key tasks will include:

• Facility management oversee all aspects of facility operations: including utilities, infrastructure, cleanrooms HVAC, equipment, BMS/FMS systems, contract cleaning, waste management, canteen, reception, organizing maintenance call out repair as needed.
• Warehouse management: Oversee all aspects of warehouse and material management to provide adequate stock control for seamless development and manufacturing activities
• Compliance & Quality: Ensure the facility meets all regulatory requirements (EMA, FDA, GMP, EHS) and is inspection-ready at all times.
• Strategic planning: Develop and implement long-term strategies for facility, sustainability, and technology upgrades and implement continuous improvement programs.
• Team management: Lead and develop a multidisciplinary team including technicians, maintenance, and facility support staff. Provide necessary training to all staff on EHS and general facility procedures.
• Budget oversight: Manage facility budgets, capital expenditure planning, and vendor contracts.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Partner with QA, Production, Engineering services, and supply Chain to support seamless manufacturing operations.
• Laboratory Integration: Leverage laboratory Management experience to bridge Development and GMP operations, ensuring facility design and operational procedures support both flexibility and innovation, whilst maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and guidelines.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate operational risks, as well as health and safety risks ensuring business continuity, staff welfare and robust preventive maintenance programs

About you

• Professional, quality-conscious, solution and impact-oriented with a strong customer focus
• Attentive to details and on delivering results of high quality
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage several complex tasks simultaneously
• Systematic, proactive and takes initiative
• Thrives in a position that requires excellent teamwork with frequent interactions between internal and external contacts
• Ability to structure workdays in such a way that agreed goals and deadlines are met
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build good work relations
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English)

We also imagine that you have:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering, life sciences or related field or equivalent experience
• 5+years of management of facility management in regulated environment
• Background in laboratory management (academic, clinical, or industrial) with demonstrated ability to translate lab requirements into facility operations is a strong advantage.
• Knowledge of EHS, GMP and regulatory compliance in EU and global context
• Familiarity with ELN / LIMS and ERP systems in regulated manufacturing environments

You thrive in a changing and dynamic work environment, and in a job that requires you to take initiatives and think out of the box when challenges occur. You have strong collaborative skills and the ability to build good relationships with the people around you.

What we offer
At Novo Nordisk Foundation Cellerator, we offer more than just a job - we offer the opportunity to be part of something bigger. When you join our team, you’ll become part of a dynamic and purpose-driven environment focused on accelerating life science innovation in Denmark and beyond.

Here’s what you can expect:

• A High-Impact Role: Join a fast-paced, mission-focused team working at the intersection of science, business, and innovation. You’ll collaborate with leading figures from the Danish life science ecosystem as well as influential European and global partners.
• A Values-Driven Culture: Be part of an organisation rooted in the Novo Nordisk Foundation’s strong values. We are deeply committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all employees feel supported, respected, and empowered to thrive.
• Flexibility and Growth: We offer a flexible working environment that supports your personal and professional development. From individual learning opportunities to team-based innovation challenges, your growth is our priority.
• Attractive Compensation & Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being — including competitive salary, pension, vacation, health offerings, and more.
• A Great Place to Work: Our modern office is designed to foster collaboration and creativity. We provide healthy lunches, snacks, and great coffee to keep you fuelled throughout the day.

Next step
If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact Novo Nordisk Foundation Cellerator John Frandsen, +45 5154 0333.

To apply, please send your CV and a short cover letter by clicking the “Apply now” button no later than 4 December 2025.

About Novo Nordisk Foundation Cellerator
Novo Nordisk Foundation Cellerator is a pioneering initiative dedicated to accelerating the development and manufacturing of cell-based therapies. Located in Lyngby, Denmark, our state-of-the-art facility is designed to bridge the gap between laboratory breakthroughs and clinical application, enabling transformative treatments for chronic and life-threatening diseases.

Our mission is to empower researchers and innovators by providing GMP-compliant manufacturing, process development, and regulatory support for a wide range of cell therapy types—including those derived from pluripotent and adult stem cells. We serve both academic institutions and industry partners, fostering collaboration across sectors to advance regenerative medicine.

As part of the Novo Nordisk Foundation’s strategic commitment to health and sustainability, Cellerator operates as a philanthropic entity with a strong focus on impact and excellence. We are building a dynamic, inclusive, and purpose-driven workplace where curiosity, collaboration, and scientific rigor thrive.

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