Principal Scientist responsible for drug discovery activities within Small Molecule Research at Novo Nordisk. Leading assay development, managing CROs, and collaborating across teams globally.
About the role
- Principal Scientist leading Automation of Physical Lab Processes for DSCS Digital. Transforming laboratory operations through innovative automation solutions and driving digital transformation.
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic and technical leadership for the Automation of Physical Lab Processes sub-team, guiding the development and implementation of advanced automation solutions in physical laboratory environments.
- Design and implement a capital plan to purchase critical new automation equipment that helps to transform our digital footprint and data acquisition capabilities.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including scientists, engineers, IT, and digital transformation leads to identify and prioritize opportunities for automation that enhance efficiency, data integrity, and safety.
- Design, prototype, and deploy automated systems for sample handling, analytical instrumentation, and workflow orchestration within the physical lab setting.
- Oversee the evaluation and integration of emerging technologies (robotics, IoT, machine learning) to optimize laboratory operations.
- Establish and maintain best practices for system validation, documentation, and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Serve as a subject matter expert and advocate for laboratory automation across DSCS Digital, representing the team in internal and external forums.
Requirements
- PhD in Chemistry, Engineering, Life Sciences, Computer Science, or a related field and 5 years of experience; or B.S. in Chemistry, Engineering, Life Sciences, Computer Science, or a related field and 8 years of experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in laboratory automation, process engineering, or related disciplines, in a CMC setting.
- Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing automated laboratory systems, including hardware and software integration.
- Strong understanding of physical lab workflows and challenges in a scientific R&D or QC environment.
- Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex projects from ideation through deployment.
- Experience with digital transformation initiatives and familiarity with data management best practices in laboratory settings.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Benefits
- medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
- retirement benefits, including 401(k)
- paid holidays
- vacation
- compassionate and sick days
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