Biocatalysis Scientist
Job Summary:
We are seeking a motivated and results-driven Biocatalysis Scientist to join our team. This role is pivotal in driving our business growth through optimizing our technology platform. The ideal candidate will have a PhD in Chemistry, Biocatalysis, Biotechnology, Engineering or other related areas, and the ability and curiosity to learn and understand technical aspects related to the cosmetic, personal care, and cleaning industries.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Management (40%):
· Lead the team optimizing our product production.
· Be the liaison between R&D, production and Management.
· Supervise PhD, MSc & BSc Students.
Laboratory work (40%):
· Hands-on approach on the reaction optimization.
· Use of analytical techniques, such as HPLC, GC, NMR, IR, amongst others.
Communication with stakeholders & networking (20%):
· Coordinate and participate in industry events, conferences, and trade shows.
· Develop and maintain strong relationships with new and existing external collaborators.
· Translate commercial insights into technical requirements for process development.
Job Location: Aarhus (Risskov), Denmark
Position reports to: CTO
Qualifications:
· PhD degree in Chemistry, Biocatalysis, Biotechnology, Engineering or other related areas.
· Minimum 5 years of experience in R&D, preferably in Biocatalysis.
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Do not hesitate to apply if you do not meet all the above qualifications. With the right mindset, we believe that you can thrive and be successful in the role of Biocatalysis Scientist.
What We Offer:
· Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
· A broad role with room for professional development and growth opportunities.
· Exciting chance to be a pioneer in sustainable biotech solutions for producing the next generation of chemicals.
You will be part of a highly dynamic, young and entrepreneurial team. As a start-up, we are building the plane while flying and you need to be a fast learner, be comfortable working independently, but in close collaboration with the rest of the team and with a high level of ambiguity and finding our way forward together. The work in a startup is often very unpredictable and includes tasks that must be solved quickly, with high quality and efficiency. At the same time, we are fully aware, that when you “take your hands out of your pockets”, you will make mistakes. We prioritize getting things done, rather than ensuring that all details and nuances have been covered.
NorFalk’s company culture
We value personality and opinions and want everyone to feel valued and heard. This is done through a flat management structure, where everyone helps to create the workplace, where we thrive as a team.
To perform at a high level, it is important to prioritize both mental and physical health. Therefore, we offer the possibility of joint physical activities at least 3 times a week during the workday, paid for by NorFalk. In short, we have fun together, while ensuring that we move forward, and that we stay on track with company milestones.
Our culture is strongly influenced by an Agile mindset with a systematic meeting structure:
· Each morning, we have a morning meeting where we align our daily tasks.
· Every week, we have Technical status meetings.
· One day each month, we have a “team day”, where we reflect on and discuss workflows and experiences during the past month. As a part of this monthly team day, we do activities together, such as yoga or minigolf, or we invite an external speaker to inspire us on a personal or professional level.
An essential part of the NorFalk culture is that we care about each other as human beings, not human doings. We therefore always prioritize taking 5 minutes to “lend an ear” if e.g. a colleague has problems at home.
At NorFalk, we have established health insurance, as well as a pension scheme.
About NorFalk
NorFalk is an industrial biotech company developing and producing the next generation of chemicals. Our first product group is surfactants.
Our mission is to transform the surfactant industry into a more sustainable and responsible sector, for the greater good of planetary health and future generations. We aim to develop surfactants that have minimal impact on the environment throughout their lifecycle. This involves eliminating the use of palm oil and fossil fuels, and instead using renewable or upcycled and bio-based feedstocks. We ensure biodegradability and low toxicity in all our surfactants. Our goal is to bring to market our first palm-oil and fossil fuel-free bio-based surfactant produced through our biocatalysis platform by 2026.
Our vision is to become a trusted, innovative, and leading company in the development and production of bio-based molecules using biocatalysis, with a focus on sustainability and customer satisfaction.
If you’re passionate about sustainability, customer satisfaction, and cutting-edge science, we’d love to hear from you!
Contact Santiago Chanquia for more information: snc@nor-falk.com
Apply now (deadline 03 October 2025) and join our mission to create a greener future.
