Do you consider yourself both a strategist and a problem-solver? Are you great at driving and supporting projects, of varying character, from initiation to implementation or launch? And could you see yourself supporting our vision of bringing early life science and physical sciences research to the market for the benefit of people and society?
If you can see yourself in the above and are passionate about project management, we might have the perfect job opportunity for you as a Strategy Specialist in our strategy team at BioInnovation Insitute Foundation (BII). As Strategy Specialist, you will be working on the execution of various project-related tasks in relation to the development of our offerings and our organization.
Established by the Novo Nordisk Foundation in 2018, BII promotes collaborative, interdisciplinary, research-based innovation in the Life Sciences, Quantum 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. BII is currently scoping and standing up a new accelerator program focused on deep tech AI technologies. The program aims to attract deep tech AI start-ups, both from Denmark and abroad, by offering a supportive ecosystem where companies can develop and commercialize cutting-edge AI solutions of relevance for Danish industry. As a Strategy Specialist, you will be instrumental in among other things shaping and executing the strategy for this AI accelerator program, including the associated accelerator fund.
The Job
The nature of the job is dynamic, and it is not very likely that two days will look the same. You will be working on projects of strategic character – but also smaller tasks that can occur in relation to the daily operation and development of BII. We expect you to be able to contribute where needed and take the initiative to lead new projects and initiatives that will improve and develop BII.
You will:
- Identify problems and develop solutions,
- Take on the role in leading or supporting selected development projects in BII e.g. exploration of expansion options and development of new offerings,
- Lead or support operational excellence projects in collaboration with your colleagues,
- Facilitate decision-making, workshops, and meetings,
- Perform quantitative and qualitative data analysis,
- Advise and guide management, when needed.
Professional & Personal Spirit
We are looking for a team member with experience in project management and an eye for impactful but simple processes. You might come from a similar role as a project manager or management consultant, and we imagine that you have a relevant educational background that contributes new perspectives to our team.
Most importantly, you thrive with changing assignments and an organization that is still growing and developing a lot. When you see challenges, you proactively seek to solve them, and you can get people to follow you. You do not need extensive experience within life science of the physical sciences, but it is key for us that you find BII’s purpose and vision meaningful and motivating.
- Minimum 3 years of project management or consultant experience
- Proven experience within strategy development
- A well-assorted consultancy or project management toolbox
- A good facilitator of decision-making, workshops, and meetings
- An interest in building strong relations with multiple stakeholders
- Strong communicator both verbally and in writing (good PowerPoint skills is a must)
- Proficiency in Danish and English at a professional level, both written and spoken
Besides the above, you can work both as a team player and independently with a variety of workstreams simultaneously. Besides having a positive can-do attitude, you have a keen eye for making things practical and testing ideas and solutions.
Working at BII
This position at BII offers a unique opportunity to join the team effort of building the largest innovation and incubation initiative within the Life Sciences, Quantum Science, and Deep Tech in Europe. We offer an exciting job with great possibilities and tasks for you to influence and develop in close collaboration with the BII management. Our ambitions are high, and you will be working in a dynamic and fast-paced organization where:
- Clear values and ideals define the framework for our daily work.
- Exciting tasks provide great opportunities for you to build your professional profile.
- Great colleagues and innovative projects offer an inspiring work environment.
The job provides the opportunity to be part of a dedicated team with diverse backgrounds.
The BioInnovation Institute is located at Ole Maaløes Vej 3, 2200 Copenhagen N.
Application and Information
For more information, please contact Sofie Lorentzen, Chief People Officer on e-mail: slo@bii.dk or phone: +45 40 20 98 32 . We encourage you to send your application as soon as possible and no later than November 24th, 2024.
To apply, please send your CV, cover letter, and university transcripts by clicking on the “Apply now” button.
About the BioInnovation Institute Foundation
The BioInnovation Institute foundation (BII) is an international commercial foundation with a nonprofit objective supported by the Novo Nordisk Foundation. BII operates an incubator to accelerate world-class life science innovation that drives the development of new solutions by early life science start-ups for the benefit of people and society.
BII, located in Copenhagen, Denmark, offers start-ups and early-stage projects within health tech, therapeutics, and bioindustrials state-of-the-art labs, vibrant office facilities, business development, start-up business incubation, access to high-level mentoring and international networks, plus unique funding opportunities of up to 1.3 million euro per start-up and 2.4 million euro per project. Read more on www.bioinnovationinstitute.com.
