Do you think strategically, solve problems pragmatically, and bring people along on the journey, while thriving in a fast-moving environment where adaptability is key? Could you see yourself playing a key role in shaping and delivering BII's strategic agenda?
Then we might have the perfect job opportunity for you as a Strategy Specialist (maternity cover) in our Strategy Team at BioInnovation Institute (BII). As Strategy Specialist, you will work closely with our CEO and the Strategy Team on managing larger strategic initiatives, driving our organizational strategy process, and securing organizational alignment as BII continues to scale.
Your Opportunity to Join BII!
Established by the Novo Nordisk Foundation in 2018, BII promotes collaborative, interdisciplinary, research-based innovation in life science and deep tech and helps build viable start-up companies to ensure that such innovations become widely available for the benefit of people and society.
As a Strategy Specialist, you will become part of a passionate team of four dedicated colleagues, all united by the ambition to make sure that BII’s strategy, governance, and organizational execution stay tightly connected, while building the resilience BII needs to scale and adapt. If you thrive in a fast-moving environment, bring an adaptable mindset that can pivot when the situation calls for it, and are skilled at building strong relationships, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
Your Key Responsibilities Will Include
- Take on the role of leading key strategic development projects anchored in the Executive Office
- Support the CEO on strategic and organizational matters
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, both internally and externally
- Drive the organizational strategy and KPI process
- Support strategic portfolio management across BII
- Help secure organizational alignment across teams and initiatives
- Develop materials, often PowerPoint, that translate ideas or plans into clear, compelling concepts
Professional & Personal Qualifications
We seek a colleague who is driven by purpose and motivated to help bring science to life. Ideally, you bring the following competencies and skills:
- At least 3-5years of project management, strategy or consultant experience
- Not afraid to take ownership and lead new strategic initiatives
- Strong stakeholder management and relationship-building skills, both internally and externally
- Excellent PowerPoint skills, with the ability to take an idea from concept through to a compelling narrative
- Ability to thrive in a fast-moving, dynamic environment with a flexible mindset, comfortable pivoting as priorities shift
- Strong organizational skills, with an eye for driving alignment across teams
- Proficiency in English at a professional level, both written and spoken. Written and spoken proficiency in Danish is an advantage.
Working at BII
At BII we offer a purpose-driven community where science and innovation create meaningful change and impact in society. BII’s entrepreneurial environment is shaped and nurtured every day by our employees, start-ups, and everyone who joins us in bringing science to life. This role offers a unique opportunity to join Europe’s largest innovation and incubation initiative within life sciences and deep tech.
BII is headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, at Ole Maaløes Vej 3, 2200 Copenhagen N. From Copenhagen, the Secretariat supports strategy, governance, and coordination across BII’s international activities.
See our open positions at BII on our career page or on LinkedIn.
Equal Opportunities
At BII, we believe innovation starts with people. As a community of changemakers, we believe the best ideas emerge when people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences come together around a shared purpose.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace built on equal opportunities, where everyone can thrive and where pay is fair, equitable, and based on the principle of equal pay for equal work. We welcome all applications regardless of race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or socio-economic background.
Curious for more?
If you are curious to know more about the position, please contact Cecilie Eist, Principal of Strategy on e-mail: cei@bii.dk
To apply, please send your CV and academic certificate(s) by clicking the “Apply now” button. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible and no later than 21 September 2026.
Expected starting date 1st December 2026
