Research Scientist

Looking for a lab-based role where you can help develop next-generation biologic therapies for cardiometabolic diseases?

Come join us at the BioInnovation Institute (BII) in Nørrebro as an Research Scientist / Research Associate in Liminal Biotech within our company-creation program, Bio Studio.

Your Opportunity to Join BII’s Bio Studio Program!

Established by the Novo Nordisk Foundation in 2018, BII promotes collaborative, interdisciplinary, research-based innovation in the Life Sciences, Quantum Science, and Deep Tech and helps build viable start-up companies to ensure that such innovations become widely available for the benefit of people and society.

This is where Bio Studio comes into the picture, which is one of BII’s programs supporting the creation of viable start-ups. Bio Studio is our company-creation program that aims to build life science start-ups based on world-class research. Bio Studio projects are three years, grant-funded projects sourced from leading researchers worldwide. Selected for their scientific novelty, commercial potential, and societal and/or health impact, each project forms a dedicated team based at BII and led by an Entrepreneur in Residence (EiR), which is expected to become the core of the future start-up company. Teams have access to laboratory facilities, office space, and BII’s network of industry experts, investors, and advisors to support scientific development, IP, commercialization, and fundraising.

A career at BII allows you to work with world-leading entrepreneurial scientists in a position where you will have a substantial chance to impact your job and the opportunity to develop your bio entrepreneurial skills.

About the project and the role

As a Research Scientist / Research Associate you will join a team developing new therapeutics for cardiometabolic diseases, with the goal of advancing the research into a startup company within three years as part of Bio Studio.

You will play a key hands-on role in the experimental work supporting this program. As part of a small and highly collaborative team, you will perform cell-based assays, support protein production and purification, and contribute to biochemical characterization. Working closely with the Lead Scientist and EiR, you will help generate high-quality data that advances the program toward startup creation. Specifically, you will play an instrumental role in the following role responsibilities: 

• Perform functional in vitro assays, maintain cell lines, and manage cell banks
• Conduct routine laboratory techniques such as ELISA, Western blotting, and related assays
• Support the production and purification of recombinant proteins, and assist with downstream quality control where relevant
• Assist with day-to-day laboratory activities to ensure smooth project progress 
• Work closely with Lead Scientist and EiR to plan and coordinate experimental tasks, and contribute to troubleshooting
• Maintain high standards of data quality, documentation, and experimental reproducibility

Your daily work will be closely connected with the EiR, and as part of a small, collaborative environment you will interact regularly with team members across the project, gaining insight into the scientific and entrepreneurial discussions that drive the program at BII.
 

Professional & Personal Qualifications

We are looking for a motivated colleague who enjoys hands-on laboratory work and is excited about contributing to the development of new biologic therapies. Ideally, you bring the following qualifications and skills:

• Master’s degree in molecular biology, protein science, or a related field with 0-3 years of experience (industry or academia) OR
• Certified Laboratory Technician (Laborant) with +2 years of relevant experience 
• Practical experience and good technical knowledge of mammalian cell culture and functional cell-based assays.
• Hands-on experience with protein production in mammalian cell systems and preferably also in E. coli.
• A strong focus on high-quality data generation, documentation, and reporting
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute to the overall goals of the project
• Positive and proactive attitude, with ownership of your work
• Well organized, with an interest in maintaining a structured laboratory environment
• Professional proficiency in English, written and spoken 

Working at BII
At BII we offer a purpose-driven community where science and innovation create meaningful change and impact in society. BII’s entrepreneurial environment is shaped and nurtured every day by our employees, start-ups, and everyone who joins us in bringing science to life. This role offers a unique opportunity to join Europe’s largest innovation and incubation initiative within life sciences and deep tech.

At BII, we value diversity, inclusion, and well-being at the core of our operations, believing that the best ideas emerge when diverse perspectives unite. Join us to work alongside passionate changemakers in a dynamic, supportive environment where you can grow, shape the future of life sciences, and make a meaningful impact.

Located in the heart of Copenhagen, our offices provide an inspiring setting for collaboration and innovation. You can find us at Ole Maaløes Vej 3, 2200 Copenhagen N.

See our open positions at BII on our career page or on LinkedIn.

Curious for more? 

If you are curious to know more about the position, please contact Morten Lundh, EiR, on e-mail: mol@biostudio.dk

To apply, please send your CV, cover letter, and academic transcripts by clicking on the “Apply now” button.  We encourage you to apply as soon as possible and no later than April 21st.

You can expect to hear from us after the application deadline, once the hiring team has reviewed all applications. We expect the interview process consisting of two interviews to take place during April and May.