Research Scientist - Biologic Therapies Development

About the Role

We're hiring a Research Scientist to join our innovative team at BioInnovation Institute (BII) in Copenhagen. This Research Scientist remote position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of next-generation biologic therapies for cardiometabolic diseases.

What You'll Do

• 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, assisting with downstream quality control.
• Assist with day-to-day laboratory activities to ensure smooth project progress.
• Work closely with the Lead Scientist and Entrepreneur in Residence (EiR) to plan and coordinate experimental tasks.
• Maintain high standards of data quality, documentation, and experimental reproducibility.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in molecular biology, protein science, or a related field with 0-3 years of experience, or a Certified Laboratory Technician 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.
• Professional proficiency in English, written and spoken.

Nice to Have

• Experience in a collaborative research environment.
• Positive and proactive attitude with ownership of your work.
• Well organized, with an interest in maintaining a structured laboratory environment.

What We Offer

• A purpose-driven community where science and innovation create meaningful change.
• Access to laboratory facilities, office space, and BII’s network of industry experts.
• Opportunity to work with world-leading entrepreneurial scientists.
• Dynamic and supportive environment for personal and professional growth.
• Located in the heart of Copenhagen, providing an inspiring setting for collaboration and innovation.