PhD Student – Compatibility, Analytical Science

Novo Nordisk

PhD student developing next-generation analytical methods for pharmaceutical manufacturing at Novo Nordisk. Collaborating with DTU and industry experts in polymer science and spectroscopy.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeLyngby • 🇩🇰 DenmarkEntry Level💰 DKK 40,145 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Polymer Science and Analytical Chemistry, with a focus on Electron Spin Resonance (ESR) and complementary analytical techniques. Capable of conducting applied research and developing predictive frameworks to assess drug product compatibility and stability.

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Master's Degree In ChemistryAnalytical ChemistryElectron Spin Resonance (ESR)Polymer CharacterizationLaboratory Experience

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Hard Skills

Polymer DegradationExtractables And LeachablesDrug Product CompatibilitySpectroscopyFTIRGC-MSLC-MSAnalytical TechniquesReaction MechanismsMaterial Characterization

Soft Skills

Strong Analytical SkillsCuriosityScientific CreativityStructured Problem SolvingGood Communication Skills

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical SciencesCross-Disciplinary CollaborationExperimental Data AnalysisManufacturing DecisionsKnowledge Sharing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Electron

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct applied research on polymer degradation, extractables and leachables, and drug product compatibility
Develop and validate novel Electron Spin Resonance (ESR) spectroscopy methods for studying radicals in polymer materials
Combine ESR with complementary analytical techniques such as FTIR, GC-MS, LC-MS and other spectroscopic methods
Investigate the relationship between polymer degradation, reactive species and drug product stability
Develop mechanistic understanding and predictive frameworks that support compatibility assessments and manufacturing decisions
Work with experimental data from both laboratory studies and industrial pharmaceutical manufacturing environments
Publish scientific results and contribute to internal knowledge sharing across Novo Nordisk and DTU

Requirements

What you’ll need

A master’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, materials science, polymer science, pharmaceutical sciences or a related discipline
Strong knowledge of analytical chemistry, physical chemistry or spectroscopy
Interest in polymer science, reaction mechanisms and material characterization
Laboratory experience with analytical techniques; experience with spectroscopy or chromatographic methods is considered an advantage
Strong analytical skills and the ability to work with complex experimental data
Curiosity, scientific creativity and a structured approach to problem solving
Good communication skills and motivation to work in a cross-disciplinary industry-academia environment
Proficiency in English, both written and spoken
Experience with Electron Spin Resonance (ESR), polymer characterization, extractables and leachables, or pharmaceutical analytical development is considered an advantage but is not required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Professional development opportunities