💼 Full-Time Position

Senior / Principal Scientist, Statistical Genetics

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Novo Nordisk
📍 Bagsværd, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark
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Location
Bagsværd, Denmark
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Posted
June 21, 2026
Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Co-Define and lead local statistical genetics strategy for early discovery and translational projectsDesign and execute population and statistical genetics analyses, leveraging biobanks, cohorts, and multi-ancestry datasetsIntegrate human genetics with patient-derived multi‑omics, functional assays, and disease models to generate mechanistic hypotheses and decision relevant‑ insights.Embed genetic evidence into target prioritisation and portfolio decision frameworks, clearly articulating strengths, limitations, and uncertainty.Build and scale local capability in human genetics (and potentially RWE), including methods, workflows, and scientific best practices, in alignment with global strategies.Partner closely with digital biology, target discovery and progression teams to guide target discovery program ideation to data package maturation towards pipeline project approval.Communicate complex scientific findings clearly and confidently to senior ...