PhD Student: Aptamer Bioanalysis & Automation

Novo Nordisk A/S; Måløv; On-site; DKK 408,000 - 488,000; Full time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk A/S in Denmark seeks a PhD Student in Aptamer-Enabled, Animal-Free Bioanalysis to lead the discovery and automation of aptamer-based bioanalytical methods. You will apply in vitro evolution and nanotechnology tools to create DNA/RNA binders and test them against existing assays.

You will participate in a two-site program, starting in Aarhus and spending substantial time in Måløv, under joint supervision from academic and Novo mentors, with publishing and PhD completion as key

Qualifications

• MSc in molecular biology, molecular medicine, chemistry, biochemistry, nanoscience or related field.
• Experience or strong interest in nucleic acid research and aptamer development.
• Able to work independently with supervision and collaborate across disciplines.
• Fluent English in written and spoken communication.

Responsibilities

• Generate and characterise DNA- and RNA-based aptamers.
• Develop and optimise bioanalysis methods.
• Automate aptamer generation and assay workflows.
• Benchmark new assay formats against established methods.
• Document results and support PhD requirements.

Skills

Nucleic acid research

Aptamer development

English fluency

Laboratory work

Education

MSc with BSc training

Job description

Novo Nordisk A/S in Denmark seeks a PhD Student in Aptamer-Enabled, Animal-Free Bioanalysis to lead the discovery and automation of aptamer-based bioanalytical methods. You will apply in vitro evolution and nanotechnology tools to create DNA/RNA binders and test them against existing assays.

You will participate in a two-site program, starting in Aarhus and spending substantial time in Måløv, under joint supervision from academic and Novo mentors, with publishing and PhD completion as key