LC-MS Proteomics (Senior) Laboratory Technician

Are you a technician with proven laboratory-based experience in LC-MS based proteomics? Are you passionate about making a difference in our patients’ lives with your skills? Are you interested in working in a fast-paced environment within one of the world’s most successful pharmaceutical companies? If so, you now have the opportunity to join the Omics Technologies Department as a (Senior) Laboratory Technician!

About the department 
The Omics Technologies department is part of the Translational Research area within Global Translation, which is responsible for identifying clinically relevant biomarkers and generating high-quality biomarker data to guide decision-making in research and early development. 
You will join a team of dedicated scientists and laboratory technicians who apply untargeted and targeted approaches to drive biomarker discovery, qualification, and quantification across all therapeutic areas within Novo Nordisk’s R&D value chain. 

The position
Your primary tasks will consist of, but are not limited to:

• Generate high quality LC-MS proteomics data supporting biomarker discovery and quantification.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative proteomics analysis in diverse biological models.
• Perform instrument maintenance and troubleshooting as needed.
• Drive or assist in the development of new methods and setups.
• Critically analyse experimental data and prepare clear, well-documented reports and presentations.

In addition, you proactively identify and resolve experimental issues, take interest in identification and progress of novel technologies. 

You will work closely together with other Laboratory Technicians and Scientists within the department on a day-to-day basis.

Qualifications 
To qualify for the position, we envision that:

• You hold a technician degree. 
• You have a minimum of 3 years of working experience in an academic or industry research environment.
• You have a strong commitment to high quality sample analysis, data handling, documentation, and reporting. 
• You have experience with LC-MS and proteomics workflow including sample handling, protein extraction, LC-MS operation and data processing. 
• You are proficient in spoken and written English.

It would be considered as an advantage if you: 

• Have hands-on experience working with Orbitrap mass spectrometer and nano-LC systems and are comfortable with handling large datasets.
• Have experience working with LC-MS based metabolomics and peptidomics.
• Have experience with automation technologies and data science.

As a person you are structured, curious, like to step out of your comfort zone and continuously challenge yourself. You have a can-do attitude and are a problem solver. You find it easy to build relationships between team members and gain recognition amongst stakeholders with your enthusiasm, proactiveness, integrity, and communication skills. 

Working at Novo Nordisk
At Novo Nordisk, we don’t wait for change. We drive it. We’re 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 the spirit of experimentation, striving for excellence without fixating on perfection. We never shy away from opportunities to develop, we seize them. From research and development, through to manufacturing, marketing, and sales – we’re all working to move the needle on patient care. 
 
Contact
For further information, please contact Jun Frederiksen, Director on +45-30756020.
 
Deadline
22nd of May 2024
If you recognise yourself in the description above, please apply rather today than tomorrow, as we call for interviews on an ongoing basis and we will close the position as soon as we find the right candidate.  
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 to 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.