Advanced Research Scientist, CMC Drug Product Development

Novo Nordisk

. Contribute to development of drug products across Novo’s development pipeline .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeMåløv • DenmarkMid-LevelSenior💰 DKK 570,200 - DKK 838,100 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in drug product development, particularly in injectable formulations involving proteins, peptides, and antibodies. Proven ability to collaborate across multi-stakeholder environments while ensuring compliance with phase-appropriate quality expectations and documentation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

PhD Or Master’s Degree In Pharmaceutical SciencesInjectable Protein Formulation ExperienceClinical Trial Application DocumentationCross-Functional Portfolio Knowledge Sharing3+ Years In Drug Product Development

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Hard Skills

Formulation ExpertiseStability StudiesProcess DevelopmentFormulation Challenges IdentificationStudy Design And InterpretationDocumentation For Patent SubmissionsQuality Expectations ComplianceScientific OwnershipProject Progression SupportMulti-Stakeholder Collaboration

Soft Skills

CuriosityInitiativeTeam-Player OrientationRelationship BuildingPositive Attitude

Industry Keywords

Drug Product DevelopmentPhase I–IIIInjectable Drug ProductsRegulatory AffairsQuality AssuranceAnalytical DevelopmentGlobal Manufacturing And Supply

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to development of drug products across Novo’s development pipeline
Apply formulation expertise in early- and late-stage development projects involving peptides, proteins, antibodies or minibinders
Develop stable and robust injectable products across the pipeline
Take scientific ownership of formulation activities from early development through later clinical stages
Provide scientific input and help drive formulation and process development
Identify formulation challenges early to support project progression
Design, interpret and report formulation studies for injectable drug products
Plan and execute studies with scientists, laboratory technicians and specialists
Contribute to internal and external documentation, including clinical trial applications and patent submissions
Share formulation knowledge and insights supporting development decisions across the portfolio
Collaborate with internal stakeholders across the Novo value chain
Work with stakeholders across Global Research, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, Analytical Development, and Global Manufacturing and Supply
Support projects from early development through late-stage development and process validation

Requirements

What you’ll need

PhD or Master’s degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Engineering or another relevant natural science field
At least 3 years of experience within research and development and drug product development across phase I–III
Hands-on experience with injectable protein, peptide, antibody or minibinder formulation and stability studies
Experience with phase-appropriate quality expectations and documentation
Fluent in written and spoken English
Ability to work collaboratively in a multi-stakeholder setting
Experience with clinical trial application documentation, patent submissions or cross-functional portfolio knowledge sharing is an advantage
Curiosity, initiative and ability to create progress in a dynamic environment
Positive attitude and strong team-player orientation
Ability to build relationships and contribute to a pleasant working environment
Ownership of work and ability to create clarity when scientific questions arise
Ability to translate complex scientific content into clear recommendations
Innovative, proactive and engaging mindset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Short-term and/or long-term incentives
Other employee benefits based on position level, location, functional area and relevant market benchmarks
Opportunities to deepen expertise, build cross-functional influence and grow in a collaborative environment
Support to perform at your best and trusted to take ownership