Student Assistant - Pharma business development

Alfa Laval; Søborg; Remote; DKK 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfa Laval in Denmark seeks a motivated student to join at the start of 2027. The role focuses on pharma market research and turning findings into actionable insights to support the planned external launch in Q2 2027.

The position offers exposure to membrane technologies, competitive intelligence, and future product/support opportunities. You will work independently and with the team to identify target accounts, evaluate market opportunities, and craft recommendations for prioritization and

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program (Life Science, Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering or related field).
• Strong market research and analytical ability.
• Ability to synthesize information into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market and application research into pharma segments, membrane applications, and customer needs.
• Perform competitor intelligence on offerings, positioning, partnerships, and pharma references.
• Map opportunities by identifying target accounts, investment projects, and potential partners in priority markets.
• Consolidate findings into commercial insights with clear recommendations for prioritization and sales engagement.

Skills

Market research

Analytical ability

Synthesis of information

Written and verbal communication

Independent and collaborative work

Curiosity about pharma markets

Team learning mindset

Education

College/university program in Life Science, Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering or related field

Job description

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping.

As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.

About the Role

We are seeking a motivated and analytical student to join our team at the beginning of 2027. This role is ideal for someone interested in pharma market research and turning findings into actionable commercial insights that support our growth strategy. You will contribute to preparing for the planned external launch in Q2 2027, and this work may create a valuable longer-term talent-pipeline opportunity, potentially toward pharma product and application support or sales within the team.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct market and application research into promising pharma segments, membrane applications, and customer needs.
• Perform competitor intelligence covering competitors’ offerings, positioning, partnerships, and proven pharma references.
• Map opportunities by identifying target accounts, investment projects, and potential partners in priority markets.
• Consolidate findings into commercial insights with clear recommendations for prioritization and sales engagement.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program (preferably in Life Science, Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related field).
• Strong market research and analytical ability.
• Ability to synthesize information into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Curiosity about pharma markets and commercial strategy.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Eagerness to learn and contribute in a team environment.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in pharma market intelligence and commercial strategy.
• Exposure to customer and competitor analysis in the membrane technology space.
• Contribution to a high-profile external launch planned for Q2 2027.
• Opportunity to develop skills in product and application support, with potential for long-term growth within the team.
• Networking with professionals in the field.

For more information, please contact

Global Sales & Service Manager, Membranes, Kerem Ilgaz – [e-mail]

We care about diversity, inclusion, and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidate’s fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games.