About this role
Interested in a career that matters?
Join our Strain Improvement department in Hørsholm and become part of a multidisciplinary team working at the heart of Novonesis’ microbial innovation. We are 14 scientists and technicians collaborating across strain improvement, phage biology, and molecular tool development to create improved microbial strains for commercial use.
Working closely with colleagues in Microbial Physiology and Computational Microbiology, the team supports microbial solutions across Novonesis businesses, from Food & Beverages to Planetary Health. Our work contributes directly to sustainable solutions with real‑world impact.
The Role & Your Impact
As a Senior Laboratory Technician, you will support research projects focused on improving industrial microbial strains and understanding the molecular basis of key phenotypes. The insights you help generate will guide further strain improvement efforts and support multiple Novonesis businesses.
Your key responsibilities include:
Performing laboratory experiments supporting natural strain improvement using microbiological, biochemical, and molecular methods
Supporting the development and application of genetic tools across different microbial species
Contributing to the development, optimization, and troubleshooting of laboratory methods and assays
Documenting experimental data accurately, communicating results within the team, and contributing to technical reports
Supporting daily laboratory operations, including instrument maintenance, inventory management, and ordering of supplies
Participating in preparation, review, and updates of SOPs
What You’ll Need to Be Successful
To succeed in this role, we expect that you have:
Education as a Laboratory Technician (Laborant/Laboratorietekniker) or equivalent
Preferably at least two years of experience in a corporate R&D environment
Hands‑on experience with and strong interest in microbiology, strain improvement, genetic engineering, and molecular assays
Solid knowledge of laboratory safety procedures, preferably within microbiology laboratories
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
Additional Skills & Interests We Value
It will be considered an advantage if you also have:
Experience working with Gram‑positive bacteria and/or fungi
Exposure to method development or assay optimization
Interest in learning new laboratory technologies and approaches
What We Offer
At Novonesis, you will join a collaborative and science‑driven environment where knowledge sharing and continuous learning are encouraged.
We offer:
A meaningful role contributing to innovative microbial solutions
Close collaboration with skilled scientists and technicians in a multidisciplinary setting
Opportunities to develop your technical skills and expand your scientific toolbox
A workplace culture built on trust, curiosity, and collaboration
Working Conditions
On‑site role (office and laboratory based) in Hørsholm, Denmark
Full‑time position (37 hours per week) with regular working hours
No travel required
Application deadline: 21 June 2026.
Contact information: For further information about the position, please contact Head of Strain Improvement Marie Gorwa at MEGA@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
About Novonesis
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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