Lars Østergaard

Lars Østergaard is an experienced Science Manager currently working at Novonesis since January 2024, and previously held the same title at Novozymes A/S from May 2017 to February 2024. Prior positions include a role in bioinformatics at Wellcome Trust Sanger Institute in 2003, research scientist at Novozymes A/S from 2000 to 2002, and postdoctoral research associate at the University of Cambridge from 1998 to 2000, focusing on polyketide synthases. Academic credentials include an MRes in Bioinformatics from the University of York, a PhD in Cell and Molecular Biology from The University of Edinburgh, and a CandScient in Chemistry-Biotechnology from Aarhus University. Early education includes a Studentereksamen in Natural Sciences from AIH.