Are you passionate about data, analytics, and technology? Do you enjoy solving problems, working with data, and learning new tools and platforms?

If so, now is your chance to join Ascendis Pharma as our new Student Assistant in Global IT – Data Engineering, BI & Reporting.

Ascendis Pharma is a global biopharmaceutical company committed to making a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. Guided by our core values of Patients, Science, and Passion, we are applying our innovative TransCon® technology platform to fulfill our mission of developing new therapies that demonstrate best-in-class potential to address unmet medical needs.

At our headquarters in Hellerup, Denmark, research facilities in Heidelberg, Germany, and additional offices across Europe and the United States, we are advancing programs in our Endocrinology Rare Disease and Oncology portfolios. We also collaborate with partners on the development of TransCon-based products in other therapeutic areas and markets.

We are seeking a motivated Student Assistant to join our Core Functions team within Global IT. As a key member of the team, you will help support and develop data solutions used across Finance, HR, Quality, and Product Supply. You will gain hands-on experience with enterprise data platforms, reporting solutions, and modern cloud technologies while working alongside experienced Data Engineers, BI Developers, and Product Owners.

This is an exciting opportunity for a student who wants to build practical experience within data engineering, analytics, and business intelligence in a global organization.

You will be joining a collaborative team environment where learning, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement are part of our daily work.

You will report directly to Rosa Falk Badensø, Director, IT Product Ownership, Global IT, and will be based in Hellerup, Denmark.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Support development and maintenance of data products and reporting solutions.
• Assist in migrating data objects, data flows, and related solutions to Ascendis Pharma’s new Databricks platform.
• Support testing, validation, and quality assurance of datasets and reporting solutions.
• Help document data models, processes, technical solutions, and ways of working.
• Participate in troubleshooting and investigation of data and reporting issues.
• Contribute to continuous improvements of our analytics and data platform.
• Support various operational and administrative tasks within the team.

Qualifications and Skills

It is a requirement that you are actively studying.

Ideally, you are pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree within Computer Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, IT, Mathematics, Economics, Business Intelligence, Engineering, or a related field.

Most importantly, you are curious, eager to learn, and motivated by solving problems using technology and data. You work in a structured manner, pay attention to details, and enjoy collaborating with others.

Furthermore, you have:

• An interest in data, analytics, and modern technologies.
• Basic knowledge of SQL and data concepts.
• Familiarity with Databricks, Python, Power BI, Azure, or similar technologies is an advantage.
• A willingness to learn new technologies and ways of working.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a structured approach to your work.

Key competencies

You are a strong team player, analytical, and have a can-do attitude.

You are curious and proactive and enjoy taking initiative while also being comfortable asking questions and seeking guidance when needed.

You possess a growth mindset and thrive in an informal, open environment where innovation and continuous improvement are encouraged.

To succeed in this role, we also expect you to be fluent in English and able to communicate effectively with colleagues across functions and geographies.

Work hours: Approximately 15–20 hours per week. We want you to be able to balance your studies and work responsibilities and therefore offer flexibility during exam periods.

Office: Tuborg Boulevard 12, 2900 Hellerup

Apply now.

We evaluate applications when received, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Please note that we conduct interviews on a rolling basis and reserve the right to remove the job posting at any time.   

To ensure your application is reviewed, please submit it through the specified platform - applications sent by email or other channels will not be evaluated. 

For more details about the position or the company, please contact Rosa Falk Badensø, [email protected].

You can learn more about Ascendis by visiting our website www.ascendispharma.com

Applications must be submitted in English and will be treated confidentially.

A note to recruiters:

We do not allow external search party solicitation.  Presentation of candidates without written permission from the Ascendis Pharma HR team (specifically from: Talent Acquisition Partner or Human Resources Director) is not allowed.  If this occurs, your ownership of these candidates will not be acknowledged.