Novo Nordisk listed among world’s top science employers

Novo Nordisk has been recognised as one of the top science sector employers in the world by the latest edition of the Science 2012 Top Employer survey.

Following a survey of 4,276 employees working in the biotechnology, biopharmaceutical, pharmaceutical and related industries, the company was voted into fourth place overall, up from ninth place last year.

The firm's social responsibility, respect for employees and ability to inspire loyalty among its staff were cited as key reasons for its high ranking.

Mads Krogsgaard Thomsen, chief science officer and executive vice-president at Novo Nordisk, said this reflects the pride its employees take in working for a company that operates in a productive and sustainable way.

He added: "We're proud to have jumped to the top five in this widely-recognised ranking of the world's best science employers. Our excellent researchers around the world are the main source of this company's strong innovation."

Last month, Novo Nordisk published its financial results for the first half of 2012, reporting a 17 percent year-on-year sales increase during the period.