Protein Purification Scientist, in Protein Chemistry and Assays, R&D

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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 in the Prototype department, R&D
As Research Scientist in the purification team, you will be responsible for the production and purification of protein/enzyme samples, that are used in various applications, and across diverse projects. You will collaborate closely with stakeholders to ensure that quality standards are being met, and to communicate task progression. Moreover, you will 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 purification team. The team is made up of 4 scientists and 7 laboratory technicians who work closely together as a highly effective team. We focus on assisting and helping each other to deliver on common targets. You will join an agile team dedicated to fermentation in shake flask, protein purification on Äkta’s, and characterization of enzyme prototypes. By delivering enzyme prototypes, 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 to address quality needs and task progression
• Actively being part of the laboratory, and ensuring successful purification of proteins of interest
• Engaging in troubleshooting and optimization of purification methods
• Clearly communicating data, conclusions and progress to key stakeholders

To succeed you must:

• Masters degree or PhD within biotechnology or similar areas
• Have solid experience with protein purification, preferably using Äkta’s
• Have solid experience with different principles of purification, HIC, IEX, MMC, SEC
• Preferably have experience with enzyme assays and characterization
• Preferably have a desire for working in a laboratory setting
• 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: 15th of February 2025

Contact details: If you need further information or have questions to the above please contact Science manager Gustav Hammerich Hansen ([email protected])

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