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Scientist II (Analytical Sciences), MSAT

Singapore, Singapore
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Our teams produce and deliver over 4 billion units of medicines and vaccines every year, ensuring every breakthrough gets to the people who need it most.
Our state-of-the-art facilities, AI-powered smart factories, and cutting-edge automation are redefining what’s possible: ensuring treatments reach patients faster, safer, and more sustainably than ever before. This is where your skills, ambition, and passion can shape the future of healthcare.

About the Job

Sanofi Manufacturing and Supply Organization is preparing its future through an ambitious program named Modulus. The Modulus Project is at the cornerstone of Sanofi’s strategy, aiming to create a new generation of flexible, multi-product manufacturing facilities that are modular, adaptable, and powered by digital and automation technologies. The Singapore site is one of the flagship greenfield facilities designed to support both vaccine and specialty care biologics production, serving patients globally.

Manufacturing Sciences, Analytics and Technology (MSAT) plays a critical role in bridging R&D and manufacturing. It drives process industrialization, continuous improvement, and lifecycle management of biologics products while integrating innovative technologies and data-driven approaches.

The MSAT team is seeking a Scientist II, Analytical Sciences, who will be responsible for independently designing and executing laboratory studies to support manufacturing troubleshooting, technology transfer, and lifecycle management. This role works closely with MSAT engineers and QC teams to translate manufacturing challenges into scientific experiments and generate data-driven insights to support operations.

Duties & Responsibilities

Laboratory studies & scientific execution

  • Design and execute small- to mid-scale laboratory studies to support manufacturing investigations, process improvements, and technology transfer activities
  • Collaborate with MSAT engineers to define study objectives and develop scientifically sound protocols
  • Author study plans, protocols, reports, and technical documentation in compliance with GLP requirements
  • Analyze and interpret experimental data, and present findings to cross-functional stakeholders
  • Ensure laboratory work is conducted safely, efficiently, and within timelines

Manufacturing support & troubleshooting

  • Provide analytical science support for manufacturing investigations and root cause analysis
  • Design and execute lab studies to support CAPA development
  • Collaborate closely with MSAT engineers and lab leadership on process issues
  • Support flexible working hours or urgent activities when required

Laboratory operations

  • Maintain laboratory readiness, including equipment setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting
  • Manage inventory of consumables and coordinate with vendors and suppliers
  • Ensure compliance with GLP, HSE, and documentation standards
  • Maintain accurate laboratory records and approve operational documentation

Technology transfer support

  • Support scale-down model development, bridging studies, and technology transfer activities
  • Contribute to preparation of technical documentation for transfers
  • Drive standardization and knowledge-sharing practices within the site and network

Lifecycle management & continuous improvement

  • Analyze trends from manufacturing and lab data to identify improvement opportunities
  • Support process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Contribute to change management activities, including risk assessments and documentation
  • Stay updated with industry trends and emerging technologies

Mentorship & team development

  • Mentor trainees and interns in laboratory techniques and scientific practices
  • Contribute to a collaborative and high-performance team environment

Pre-requisites

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset
  • Effective communicator in cross-functional and multicultural environments
  • Ability to work independently with a high level of scientific autonomy
  • Scientifically curious with strong diagnostic and consultative capabilities
  • Proficiency in DOE (Design of Experiments) and statistical analysis tools
  • Familiarity with PAT (Process Analytical Technology) tools is advantageous

Qualifications

  • Advanced degree (MSc/PhD preferred) in Biotechnology, Biological Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or related fields
  • Hands-on experience in biopharmaceutical laboratory environments
  • Strong expertise in analytical techniques such as HPLC, UPLC, CE, and cell-based assays
  • Experience in designing, executing, and reporting laboratory studies independently
  • Understanding of process interactions in biologics manufacturing
  • Experience with scale-down models and/or technology transfer is highly desirable
  • Familiarity with GLP, HSE, and basic cGMP requirements
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Join Sanofi and step into a new era of science - where your growth can be just as transformative as the work we do. We invest in you to reach further, think faster, and do what’s never-been-done-before. You’ll help push boundaries, challenge convention, and build smarter solutions that reach the communities we serve. Ready to chase the miracles of science and improve people’s lives? Let’s Pursue Progress and Discover Extraordinary – together.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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  • Innovation drives us. From AI and mRNA to next-gen science, we push the boundaries to deliver first- and best-in-class vaccines for infectious diseases worldwide.

  • Growth happens here. With bold investments in R&D and world-class facilities, Sanofians across the entire vaccine lifecycle are shaping the future of global health.

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