Research Associate

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 Associate in Household Care
Right now, we are looking for a motivated Research Associate to join our application team, focusing on developing innovative biological solutions for a growing detergent industry.

Welcome to Household Care - Applied Research
In this role, you will be part of our application research team, collaborating with a dedicated group of experts working on enzyme solutions for detergents. Your daily work will take place in Bagsværd, and will be dynamic and diverse, with tasks being shared across the entire team. We place a strong emphasis on digitalization and automation, so experience or an interest in data processing and the use of digital tools will be highly beneficial.

You will participate in planning and conducting laboratory experiments, as well as using statistics and digital tools to analyze and draw conclusions from complex data. You will learn about the chemistry of detergents and how it affects enzyme activity. Furthermore, you will be involved in developing new assays and visual demos that explain the value of our enzyme solutions to our customers, and ultimately to consumers. You thrive in a fast-paced environment where each day brings new challenges – all this in a team that supports each other.

In this role, you will make a difference by:

• Actively planning, executing, and concluding practical laboratory experiments.
• Developing and implementing scaled-down assays and analytical methods to support projects.
• Collaborating both within and outside the department (we work closely with other research teams, technical support, and marketing).
• Cultivating and improving our digital tools and automation capabilities.
• Contributing to a well-functioning work environment in the department, where mutual trust and respect are paramount.

Potentially relevant experience:

• A laboratory technician education (or equivalent) is a requirement for this position.
• Work experience in applied research is an advantage.
• Experience and/or interest in data handling/analysis, automation and digital tools.
• Knowledge of enzymes/proteins is an advantage but not a requirement.
• You are a team player and take responsibility for our common goals.
• You enjoy varied tasks and can communicate in English both written and spoken.

Could this be your next role? Apply today!

Location: Bagsværd

Application deadline: 30. April 2025

We will invite for interviews after the application deadline, so you can expect to hear from us soon after this date

Please note: Our internal recruitment system will be undergoing updates until April 30. If you apply between April 7 and April 23, please be aware that you will not receive an immediate confirmation of your application

Contact details: Senior Scientist Iasminy Brasil: IMDB@novonesis.com

Could our purpose be yours? Then apply today!

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Location: Bagsværd