Senior Research Scientist, CMC Drug Product Development

Novo Nordisk

. Independently design, prioritise, interpret and report formulation studies supporting injectable drug product development .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeMåløv • DenmarkSenior💰 DKK 651,000 - DKK 956,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in injectable drug product development, including formulation studies and stability assessments, while effectively collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Proficient in scientific documentation and regulatory compliance, with a strong ability to guide and mentor colleagues.

Highest-signal resume keywords

PhD Or Master’s Degree In Pharmaceutical SciencesInjectable Protein FormulationClinical Trial Application DocumentationCross-Functional Team CoordinationDrug Product Development Experience

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Hard Skills

Formulation StudiesStability StudiesScientific DocumentationQuality ExpectationsProcess ValidationData InterpretationRegulatory AffairsAnalytical DevelopmentDrug Development PhasesPatent Submissions

Soft Skills

Self-DrivenProactiveTeam CollaborationRelationship BuildingJudgment Application

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical SciencesInjectable Drug ProductsClinical PhasesMulti-Stakeholder EnvironmentFormulation Knowledge

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently design, prioritise, interpret and report formulation studies supporting injectable drug product development
Lead planning and execution of studies with scientists, laboratory technicians and specialists
Coordinate team activities and priorities
Own high-quality internal and external documentation, including clinical trial applications and patent submissions
Provide scientific guidance and share formulation knowledge
Support colleagues in development decisions across the portfolio
Build cross-functional relationships and represent formulation perspectives across the Novo Nordisk value chain
Drive formulation and process development activities
Anticipate formulation challenges and translate complex data into clear recommendations
Support, guide and develop colleagues
Work with stakeholders across Global Research, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, Analytical Development, and Global Manufacturing and Supply
Contribute to projects from early development through late-stage development and process validation

Requirements

What you’ll need

A PhD or Master’s degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Engineering or another relevant natural science field
Solid industry experience within research and development and drug product development; this is a mandatory requirement
Strong hands-on experience with injectable protein, peptide, antibody or minibinder formulation and stability studies
Experience with phase-appropriate quality expectations, scientific documentation and drug product development across clinical phases
Fluent in written and spoken English
Comfortable working in a multi-stakeholder environment
Experience with clinical trial application documentation, patent submissions, cross-functional portfolio knowledge sharing or coordination of team activities is an advantage
Self-driven and proactive, taking ownership of progress and delivering on commitments
Ability to work independently, contribute positively to the team and build strong, trusting relationships
Ability to apply sound judgement to scientific questions and support, lead and guide colleagues
Ability to plan, coordinate and balance priorities effectively

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
Opportunities to strengthen cross-functional influence
Inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity