Job Description

Novo Nordisk Pharmatech is looking for a chemist to support development of new resins for customised purification. You will be part of our Development department. If you’re interested in organic, solid phase or polymer chemistry and want to use your scientific expertise for this new and exciting development project that is designed for a very special application, apply now!

This is a 12 month contract, to cover a maternity leave.

Your new role

As a Development Scientist, you can explore a variety of activities within your job. You will design and conduct experiments to develop and troubleshoot the production process for a new resin. You will work independently and collaborate cross-functionally across our entire organisation.

You will have a chance to:

• Take responsibility for development and technology transfer activities related to new resin products from laboratory to pilot-scale manufacturing.
• Plan and conduct experiments by yourself in the laboratory and together with our laboratory technicians to support innovation and optimization.
• Stay updated on the newest technology within organic chemistry, particle analysis and the various applications of resins.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders in production, supply chain, EHS and our customers to gather essential information.
• Support the construction of our new pilot and production facility in Køge with chemical knowledge, sparring and hands on experiments.
• Take part in project work that has an impact on the success of our company.

In an environment fuelled by curiosity and scientific understanding, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact.

Your Skills and Qualifications

We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced professional with the following qualifications:

• Minimum of an M.Sc. or Ph.D. in organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, polymer chemistry, or another relevant natural science field.
• Is required to have proven experience in organic chemistry, chemical synthesis, polymer chemistry, or solid-phase synthesis, with confidence performing laboratory experiments involving chemicals.
• Will be needed to have hands-on laboratory experience, including conducting experiments, documenting results, and writing technical reports.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and project-management skills; fluency in spoken and written English, all of them are must have.
• Demonstrated ability to translate concepts into practical experiments to drive process development; experience in manufacturing development or process development is a plus/advantage.

You are a proactive team player who builds strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders. Your communication skills let you clearly explain complex technical topics to audiences with varying backgrounds. You excel at assessing problems and developing creative, effective solutions. With curiosity, attention to detail, and a structured problem-solving approach, you bring a positive, can-do attitude, embrace continuous learning, and are committed to succeeding together with your team.

Your new department

The Development department at Novo Nordisk Pharmatech in Køge comprises 26 dedicated employees across two teams. As a Development Scientist, you will be part of a team of 11 laboratory technicians and scientists, focusing on developing and supplying novel materials for therapeutic manufacturing in the biopharmaceutical industry.

We strive to improve the way we do things in a helpful and pleasant working environment. We value good team spirit, which is essential to have an inspiring working environment, where we can be creative and grow as individuals, all while ensuring a good work-life balance.

Working at Novo Nordisk

Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with an unconventional spirit, a rare determination and a constant curiosity. For over 100 years this unordinary mindset has seen us build a company unlike any other. One where a collective passion for our purpose, mutual respect and a willingness to go beyond what we know delivers extraordinary results.

What we offer

There is, of course, more on offer here than the uniqueness of our culture and the extraordinary results we produce. Being part of a global healthcare company means opportunities to learn and develop are all around us, while our benefits are designed with your career and life stage in mind.

More information

For more information, visit novonordisk.com, Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn and YouTube.

To complete your application, click on "Apply now", attach your CV and follow the instructions.

Deadline

Please apply before February 8th, 2026

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

At Novo Nordisk, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and preventing diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.