Patent Attorney, Food&Health Biosolutions, Lyngby

Interested in a career that matters?

In Novonesis, Intellectual Property is deeply embedded in how we innovate, collaborate and grow our biosolutions business. Our IP & Licensing team consists of well rounded yet razor‑sharp IP specialists who combine scientific insight, commercial understanding and legal expertise to secure the long‑term success of Novonesis’ proprietary technologies.
 

Joining us as Patent Attorney, Food & Health Biosolutions, means becoming part of a collaborative, high‑impact environment where all IP tools are in play, stakeholder management is key, and continuous development is a natural part of the job. Your work will directly support our purpose of delivering biosolutions that make a real difference.

The Role & Your Impact

As Patent Attorney, you will play a key role in guiding the growth and protecting the profitability of Novonesis by applying your specialist IP expertise. In this role, you will operate at the intersection of day‑to‑day execution, tactical decision‑making and strategic influence. You will have a tangible impact on R&D direction and business decisions while working in a global context, supporting projects and stakeholders across the organization.
 

Your key responsibilities include:

• Harvesting inventions and drafting, filing and prosecuting patent applications

• Conducting and assessing freedom‑to‑operate analyses to support research, development and commercialization

• Advising and partnering with R&D on collaborations, projects and innovation strategies

• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure strong, value‑creating IP positions

• Contributing to the continuous development and optimization of how we work with IP in Novonesis

What You’ll Need to Be Successful

To succeed in this role, you bring:

• An educational background in natural sciences, preferably within biology, biotechnology, chemistry or a related field

• At least a few years of hands‑on experience working as a patent attorney

• A solid understanding of patent law and practical IP processes, from invention harvesting to prosecution and freedom‑to‑operate analyses

• Strong analytical skills combined with curiosity and a genuine desire to continuously learn and develop

• The ability to communicate complex IP matters clearly and effectively to stakeholders at different levels across the organization

• An open and adaptable mindset, with a willingness to embrace change and contribute to evolving ways of working

• Professional fluency in English, both written and spoken

Additional Skills & Interests We Value

While not required, it is an advantage if you also have:

• Experience working with IP within biosolutions or related industries

• A flair for digital tools and data‑driven ways of working

• Formal qualifications such as EQE or similar (or motivation to pursue them)

What We Offer

You will join a highly skilled and supportive IP & Licensing team where collaboration, development and knowledge sharing are part of everyday life. Working closely with experienced colleagues, you will be encouraged to grow while contributing to complex and meaningful IP challenges at the intersection of science, business and law.

Relevant information

Application deadline: 11th of June 2026
Location: The position is based in Lyngby, Denmark and is not a remote role. Regular on-site presence is expected, with flexibility to work from home.
Contact: If you have any questions, you are more than welcome to reach out to Jens Asbjoern Andersson, Senior Director, at +45 5339 1648

Our purpose guides the way

In Novonesis, we know that solutions rooted in biology can help solve humanity’s biggest challenges. Since we began more than a century ago, this has been our guide. It’s how we've gotten so far. And it’s how we'll impact the future. Now, more than ever, the world needs change. And with biosolutions, the possibilities for transformation are endless. If our purpose resonates with you, we encourage you to apply.

Opportunities for everyone

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunity for all applicants. Therefore we ask you to apply without a cover letter or photo and instead include a few sentences in your CV explaining your motivation for applying.

We make all employment decisions based on business needs and welcome candidates with a wide range of backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.

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If this position isn’t the right fit, you may still find other opportunities with us. You’re welcome to explore open roles or create a job agent to stay connected with future opportunities at novonesis.com/Career

Global biosolutions company formed from the merger of Novozymes and Chr. Hansen, specializing in industrial enzymes, microorganisms, and bioscience innovation. Headquartered in Bagsvaerd, Denmark.

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