Research Scientist in Computational Protein Design
Organisation Name: Novo Nordisk
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Are you enthusiastic about driving the design of next generation biologics that will change the life of patients with diabetes and other serious chronic diseases? Are you an expert in employing computational protein design techniques and have a deep curiosity for modern data science technologies? Do you thrive in an informal working environment? Then you could be our next highly valued Research Scientist in the ‘Molecular Modelling & Design’ department at Novo Nordisk A/S. About the Position At Novo Nordisk you will work in the “Molecular Modelling & Design department, where you will collaborate closely with several other research scientists across the R&D area to improve and accelerate the design of new peptides and biologics. You will have access to advanced state-of-the-art protein modelling software, such as Rosetta, Schrodinger and MOE and will drive the design of peptides, proteins, and antibodies by employing and developing structure-based and data driven modelling approaches to improve functional and biophysical properties of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Explorative data analysis and machine learning calculations to data generated across the organization are facilitated by an internal JupyterLab. The API design will be carried out in close collaboration with other research scientists in multidisciplinary research teams. The project teams at Novo Nordisk work in a flexible, collaborative and cross-functional setting with very ambitious scientific goals. An important part of the job will be to engage with stakeholders across the interdisciplinary and international organization. Qualifications PhD within a computational structural biology discipline, such as Biophysics or Biochemistry, and more than 2+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biotechnology industry. More senior people are encouraged to apply Excellent track record and broad knowledge within applying and driving protein structure-based design methods preferably to drug discovery Solid programming and scripting skills (e.g. Python) and experience with statistical analysis and modern data science techniques As a person you use your curiosity to secure that key structural challenges are identified. Your commitment and scientific insights are used to address the core issues and your communication skills enable you to present the results and thereby getting strong impact on project progress. You can collaborate well with people at all levels. Furthermore, you show a positive attitude towards challenges, take the initiative for driving your projects, and can stay on top of things in a dynamic working environment. Working at Novo Nordisk Gives you the opportunity to work in a collaborative, stimulating and informal work environment with the prospect of improving the lives of patients with diabetes and other chronic diseases. Is centred about a positive working culture where employees are empowered and the importance of achieving a good work-live balance is valued Contact For further information, please contact Simone Fulle at +45 3075 0058 Applications will be reviewed continuously, and interviews planned as soon as suitable candidates are identified. Millions rely on us To work for Novo Nordisk you will need the skills, dedication and ambition to change lives for the better for millions of patients living with diabetes and other chronical diseases. In exchange, we offer the chance to be part of a truly global workplace, where passion and engagement are met with opportunities for professional and personal development.
