Advanced Laboratory Technician - In Vivo Pharmacology

Novo Nordisk; Ganløse; On-site; DKK 500,000 - 734,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk is seeking an Advanced Laboratory Technician in Ganløse, Denmark, to lead in vivo pharmacology studies, primarily in large animals. You will work with scientists to deliver high-quality experimental outcomes supporting obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease drug discovery.

You will join a collaborative team, plan studies, document procedures, and ensure ethical standards. The role is based in Ganløse with some meetings in Måløv.

Qualifications

• We are seeking a Laboratory Technician with hands-on in vivo studies experience.
• Experience handling experimental data and study documentation is required.
• Familiarity with electronic laboratory documentation systems is preferred.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills across disciplines are essential.
• Experience with large animal models is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Plan, conduct and report preclinical pharmacology studies, primarily in large animal models.
• Perform in vivo procedures including dosing, blood sampling, tissue collection and surgeries.
• Generate high-quality data and documentation to support decisions across projects.
• Collaborate with scientists and technicians to plan and execute studies.
• Maintain accurate study records using electronic laboratory systems.
• Contribute to a safe, efficient, and continuously improving lab environment.

Skills

In vivo studies

Large animal models

Data handling

Collaboration & communication

Electronic lab notebooks

Education

Laboratory Technician degree or similar qualification within biomedical sciences, pharmacology or a related field

Job description

Obesity pharmacology 2

Global Research

Research & Development

Ganløse, Denmark

Join a research environment where your work directly supports the discovery of future therapies for obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. As an Advanced Laboratory Technician, you will plan, conduct and report preclinical large animal studies, generating high-quality data that helps move research programs forward. Working closely with scientists and fellow laboratory technicians, you will contribute to studies that are critical to our research pipeline and our ambition to drive scientific innovation.

The role is primarily based in Ganløse, however working cross functional means that some activities and meetings will take place in Måløv.

Your new role

As an Advanced Laboratory Technician, you will take end-to-end ownership of in vivo pharmacology studies preferably in large animals, working closely with scientists to deliver high-quality experimental outcomes that support our drug discovery projects

Your Main Responsibilities Will Be

• Plan, conduct and report preclinical pharmacology studies, primarily in large animal models, supporting research within obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
• Perform a range of in vivo procedures, including dosing, blood sampling, tissue collection and surgical procedures, while ensuring high scientific and ethical standards.
• Generate high-quality data and documentation that support decision-making across research projects.
• Collaborate closely with scientists and fellow laboratory technicians to plan studies, share knowledge and achieve project goals.
• Maintain accurate study documentation and data records using electronic laboratory systems.
• Contribute to a safe, efficient and collaborative laboratory environment while supporting continuous improvements in ways of working.

Your new department

You will join a collaborative team of 10 laboratory technicians working closely together in our large animal research facility. Teamwork is an essential part of everyday work, from study planning to execution, and colleagues rely on one another to ensure high-quality research outcomes.

The team is part of Obesity and Comorbidities Pharmacology and supports research across obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Working alongside multidisciplinary project teams, you will contribute to studies that help generate the insights needed to advance future therapies.

Your Skills And Qualifications

We are looking for a laboratory technician who enjoys hands-on research and thrives in a collaborative environment. You bring experience from in vivo studies and are motivated by contributing to high-quality science that supports the discovery of future therapies.

To Succeed In This Role, You Have

• A Laboratory Technician degree or a similar qualification within biomedical sciences, pharmacology or a related field.
• Hands-on experience working with in vivo studies.
• Experience performing in vivo procedures and handling experimental data and study documentation.
• Familiarity with electronic laboratory documentation systems.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across different disciplines.
• Experience working with large animal models is considered an advantage.

You work in a structured and quality-focused manner and take pride in delivering reliable results. You enjoy working closely with colleagues, sharing knowledge and supporting team success. As a person, you are pragmatic, approachable and eager to learn, with a strong sense of responsibility and respect for the ethical standards required in animal research. You are equally comfortable contributing to established ways of working and identifying opportunities to improve processes and laboratory practices.

Working at Novo

Every day we seek the solutions that defeat serious chronic diseases. To do this, we approach our work with determination, constant curiosity and a commitment to finding better ways forward. For over 100 years, this dedication has driven us to build a company focused on lasting change for long-term health. One where diverse thinking, shared purpose and mutual respect come together to create extraordinary results. When you join us, you're not just starting a job – you're becoming part of a story that spans generations.

What We Offer

There is, of course, more on offer here than the uniqueness of our culture and the extraordinary results we produce. Being part of a global healthcare company means opportunities to learn and develop are all around us, while our benefits are designed with your career and life stage in mind.

Salary

For this role, the Annual Base Salary ranges from 499,600.00 to 734,400.00 DKK, corresponding to the level of the position.

The placement within the salary range will be assessed during the recruitment process based on the candidate’s skills, competencies, knowledge, and relevant experience.

Incentives and Benefits

The salary package may include short-term and/or long-term incentives as well as other employee benefits based on position level, location, functional area and relevant market benchmarks.

Learn more about our Reward Philosophy here.

Contact

For further information about the position, please contact Lærke Andersen, Obesity Pharmacology at [e-mail]. Please be advised Lærke will not support queries about your recruitment status.

Deadline

October 31st, 2026

We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all applicants.

At Novo, we're not chasing quick fixes – we're creating lasting change for long-term health. For over 100 years, we've been driven by a single purpose: to defeat serious chronic diseases and help millions of people live healthier lives. This dedication fuels our constant curiosity and inspires us to push the boundaries of what's possible in healthcare. We embrace diverse perspectives, seek out bold ideas, and build partnerships rooted in shared purpose. Together, we're making healthcare more accessible, treating and preventing diseases, and pioneering solutions that create change spanning generations. When you join us, you become part of something bigger – a legacy of impact that reaches far beyond today.