Internship to Biopharm Cultivation Development, Hillerød
Novo Nordisk A/S
Hillerød, 1 stilling
- Student & Internship
- Denmark - Hillerød
At Novo Nordisk, we share a passion for changing patients’ lives, and we are always looking for talented individuals who want to join us in this effort. Our internships provide exciting learning opportunities for students who bring new ways of thinking to our company.
About the department
The department consists of 21 persons in two teams: Mammalian Cell Banking team and Bioreactor team.
The department works with production of mammalian cell banks and the development of cultivation processes for mammalian cells. The Mammalian Cell Banking team works with the production of cell banks for both internal use in the department and development business area as well as for our production business area.
The bioreactor team works with different process types - batch, fed-batch and continuous processes - and strive for constant optimization of these processes right from the start of the inoculation train to the last step in the production bioreactor. This work is performed with various equipment and scales from automated micro-bioreactor of 15ml to 500L single-use pilot scale bioreactor. We work on establishing robust and reliable processes.
Due to a central place in the Novo Nordisk organization, the department is working in very close collaboration with internal stakeholders from Research Unit to production unit.
The job
You get the opportunity to join a high performing team in Hillerød, Denmark, responsible for the process development of mammalian cell processes. The process is then transferred first to our pilot plant department for API clinical trial production and to our production department. This means that you have the opportunity to work with a variety of equipment and stakeholder with different mindsets.
You will support the bioreactor team and will gain insight into high scientific and technical know-how for mammalian cell process development, which is the key for development and production of drugs. Be a part of our team in day-to-day business processes and tasks – preparation and review of experimental design as well as hands-on experience in e.g. lab work and environmental monitoring. In this role you will perform experiments, help to develop/ensure timely delivery of our products, work closely with team members on process development, and assist with optimizing our daily procedures.
Qualifications
We are looking for an intern who is curious and passionate about biology and cultivation of mammalian cells. You are currently studying on your master’s degree in pharmacy, biology, bioengineering, biotechnology or other relevant field. We expect candidates to be service minded, curious to learn something and bring a can-do attitude. Fluency in both oral and written English, sound personal judgment and excellent interpersonal skills are required. General knowledge of cell biology, cultivation and key methodologies (database analysis, practical experiments in the lab and microbiology) is preferred.
You are an outgoing person with a personal drive and dedication. You have professional and personal impact that is reflected in your desire to take initiative and delivery the right quality. In addition, you thrive in a busy environment and bring a can-do attitude and a healthy sense of humour to your work – even when the pressure is on. Finally, you must have strong work ethic and willingness to take responsibility for your own learning.
Practicalities
Requirement: Students in their first or second year of their master studies.
Period: The internship position is a full-time position for 4-6 months.
Start date: 01 Feb. 2016
At Novo Nordisk, we have been changing diabetes since 1923. If you are ready to strengthen our position as an innovative pioneer and respected industry leader, we encourage you to join us to make the most of your talent.
Contact
For further information, please contact Birgitte Gissel; +45 3075 4778.
Deadline
5 November 2015.
