Senior Analytical Scientist – Synthetic API

Novo Nordisk

. Act as the scientific lead for analytical activities, providing expertise to CMOs and internal stakeholders .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeHøje-Taastrup • DenmarkSenior💰 DKK 651,000 - DKK 956,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in pharmaceutical analytical science, including strong knowledge of GMP and ICH guidelines, with a proven ability to lead analytical activities and regulatory submissions. Possesses excellent communication skills to convey complex topics and a collaborative approach to problem-solving and relationship-building.

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Pharmaceutical Analytical ScienceGMP KnowledgeRegulatory SubmissionsAnalytical Method ValidationCollaborative Problem-Solving

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Hard Skills

Analytical Method DevelopmentSOP AuthoringChange ControlOut-Of-Specification InvestigationsAnalytical Documentation ReviewQuality ControlRegulatory ComplianceProcess ImprovementAnalytical Method TransferScientific Judgement

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCollaborative Working StyleOwnership of ResponsibilitiesFocus on QualityRelationship Building

Industry Keywords

GMP-Regulated EnvironmentICH GuidelinesPharmaceutical Regulatory RequirementsQC LaboratoryInternational Travel

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as the scientific lead for analytical activities, providing expertise to CMOs and internal stakeholders
Lead analytical activities and contributions to regulatory submissions from late-stage development through the commercial lifecycle
Lead the transfer and implementation of analytical methods between Novo and external partners
Author and review analytical documentation, including SOPs, protocols, reports and method transfer plans
Develop and improve internal processes and SOPs to support consistent and efficient ways of working
Ensure robust and efficient analytical methods and programmes are established at manufacturing partners and maintained throughout the product lifecycle
Work alongside analytical specialists and project managers through open discussion, knowledge sharing and collaborative problem-solving
Attend occasional meetings across time zones and undertake international travel

Requirements

What you’ll need

A master’s degree or higher in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related scientific discipline
At least five years of relevant experience in pharmaceutical analytical science
Practical experience working in a GMP-regulated environment, such as a QC laboratory
Strong knowledge of GMP, relevant ICH guidelines and pharmaceutical regulatory requirements
Experience with deviations, change control, out-of-specification investigations and analytical method validation
Full professional proficiency in written and spoken English
Sound scientific judgement and ability to communicate complex analytical topics clearly to different stakeholders
Collaborative working style, ownership of responsibilities and strong focus on quality
Comfortable setting direction when processes are still developing and building effective relationships with colleagues and external partners

Benefits

Comp & perks

Short-term and/or long-term incentives
Other employee benefits based on position level, location, functional area and relevant market benchmarks
International travel opportunities (<14 days a year)