Enzyme Lead (Senior/Principal Specialist)

Interested in a career that matters?

Do you want to apply your scientific expertise to create innovative dietary enzymes that support human health? In Precision Proteins Science & Innovation, you will join a passionate and collaborative team dedicated to turning cutting‑edge enzyme science and protein chemistry into real‑world solutions for human health.
 

Our team of scientists and research professionals works closely together in a supportive and inclusive environment where knowledge sharing, curiosity, and personal development are highly valued. Together, we contribute directly to Novonesis’ purpose of driving sustainable innovation for better health and nutrition worldwide.

The Role & Your Impact

As Enzyme Lead (Senior/Principal Specialist), you will play a key role in shaping and executing dietary enzyme innovation projects with global reach. The role has a strong focus on applied science, project execution, and cross‑functional collaboration.

Your work will directly support innovation pipelines, commercial activities, and post‑launch success by translating scientific insight into robust application data and technical solutions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Scoping and executing dietary enzyme projects from an applied scientific and technical perspective
• Generating high‑quality experimental and application data to support innovation initiatives, customer requests, and commercial activities
• Acting as a scientific bridge between HHB Science & Innovation, HHB Commercial, and R&D teams
• Providing technical and scientific support for post‑launch activities
• Contributing to global projects within human health biosolutions

What You’ll Need to Be Successful
 

To succeed in this role, you bring a solid scientific foundation combined with strong collaboration and stakeholder skills.
 

Must‑have qualifications and experience:

• PhD or MSc in enzyme/protein chemistry, biochemistry, biotechnology, or a related scientific field
• Hands‑on experience with enzyme assay development, method development, and data handling
• Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills
• Proven ability to collaborate across scientific and commercial stakeholders
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal

Additional Skills & Interests We Value
 

The following are nice‑to‑have and not required for success from day one:

• Experience or strong interest in the gastrointestinal system, human health, and nutrition
• Experience working in cross‑functional or global project teams
• A strong professional network within enzyme science or human health research

What We Offer
 

At Novonesis, we believe people perform best when they feel supported, trusted, and challenged.

You can expect:

• A collaborative, inclusive, and science‑driven work environment
• Strong focus on personal and professional development
• Opportunities to work on globally impactful innovation projects
• A culture that values teamwork, curiosity, and a “go‑do” mindset
• Social activities and an engaged team culture that values time together

Ways of Working / Working Conditions

• Office‑based role in Lyngby with flexibility to work from home
• Flexible working hours supporting work‑life balance
• Limited travel expected (approximately 0–10 days per year)

Relevant information

• Application deadline: June 7th, 2026
• Contact information: If you have any questions regarding the role or the team, please reach out to Associate Director of Precision Proteins Science & Innovation, Johanne Mørch Jensen at JMJ@novonesis.com.

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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