EU remote
Oligonucleotide Development Scientist/Specialist
About this role
Oligonucleotide Development Scientist / Specialist (m/f/d) - 📍 Lystrup Help shape the future of genomics and bring new scientific innovations from the laboratory into manufacturing. At LGC, our mission is simple: Science for a Safer World . Every day, our work helps improve the quality, safety and reliability of healthcare, diagnostics and life science solutions around the world. We're looking for an Oligonucleotide Development Scientist / Specialist (m/f/d) to join our Technology Development Team in Lystrup, Denmark.
In this role, you'll help develop and optimise the next generation of oligonucleotide manufacturing technologies, working on innovative customer projects and transforming new scientific ideas into scalable manufacturing solutions. This could be the ideal opportunity for: An experienced Laboratory Technician or Scientist looking to apply their hands-on laboratory expertise in a development-focused role. A recent MSc or PhD graduate in Chemistry, Biochemistry or a related discipline eager to start their career in industrial R&D.
What you'll do Develop and optimise oligonucleotide manufacturing processes Design and execute laboratory experiments and development activities Collaborate on innovative customer and co-development projects Analyse data, solve technical challenges and drive continuous improvement Support the introduction of new technologies and manufacturing capabilities Work closely with colleagues across development, manufacturing and commercial teams What we're looking for A degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology or a related scientific field, or equivalent hands-on laboratory experience Practical laboratory experience and a passion for science Strong analytical and problem-solving skills The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with others Curiosity, initiative and a desire to learn and innovate Experience in any of the following would be advantageous: Oligonucleotide synthesis or analytical characterisation LC-MS or other analytical chemistry techniques Process development or process optimisation GMP or regulated laboratory environments Why join LGC? You'll join a collaborative team at the forefront of oligonucleotide innovation, where your work will directly contribute to developing new technologies and manufacturing capabilities that support scientific discovery and improve lives worldwide.