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Job Title: Early-Stage Immunology Subject Matter Expert - Vaccines - Molecular Immunology

Location: Waltham, MA

About the Job

The Early-Stage Immunology Subject Matter Expert reports directly to the Head of Early-Stage Immunology Laboratory (ESI), Global Immunology (GI), Sanofi Vaccines R&D. This role provides strategic and operational leadership for ESI technology portfolio, designed to evaluate the potential of novel and early-stage vaccine candidates.

As a technology expert, the ESI Subject Matter Expert is accountable for a segment of the technology portfolio across Marcy L’Etoile (France), Waltham and Orlando (US), and manages related transversal early-stage interfaces.

ESI technology portfolio is segmented as follows:  

Molecular Immunology: Assay development, cytokines, biomarkers, single cells, transcriptomic, Next Generation Sequencing, data management associated with biological assays

We are an innovative global healthcare company that helps the world stay ahead of infectious diseases by delivering more than 500 million vaccine doses a year. Across different countries, our talented teams are exploring new technologies to protect people and promote healthy communities. We chase the miracles of science every single day, pursuing Progress to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world.

Main Responsibilities

Lead and develop ESI technology portfolio

• Manage the existing set of experimental assays and define the assay development roadmap and the innovation strategy for a segment of the technology portfolio, in accordance with ESI and GI strategies

• Seek the latest cutting-edge technologies to integrate into their work, remaining closely connected to the global external R&D ecosystem

• Lead a transversal community of laboratory resources in developing new methodologies, assays and tools according to the roadmap

• Coordinate the deployment of new assays to prevent duplication, leveraging their comprehensive view of all sites

• Identify industrialization priorities to scale selected assays and coordinate on digitalization efforts in collaboration with the Automation SME

• Ensure efficient reporting of activities to the Head of ESI Laboratory, maintaining consistent communication and adapting priorities as needed

Support and ensure consistent practices across immunology projects

• Act as an enabler, providing support for problem-solving in immunology projects

• Standardize methodologies, assays and tools across sites, maintaining compliance with Standard Operating Procedures, quality and HSES standards

• Foster continuous improvement, regularly refining processes and approaches to enhance efficiency and achieve operational excellence

• Oversee the quality control of raw data generated by laboratory teams and propose robust analysis frameworks

• Support the interpretation of results with the Team Members, integrating feedback from the Immunology Leads

• Escalate issues to the Head of ESI Laboratory and the Global Head of ESI as needed

Contribute to the development of ESI laboratory teams

• Conduct comprehensive technical skills assessment for the laboratory teams in close collaboration with ESI Laboratory Directors

• Actively participate in the deployment of training plans to ensure continuous competency enhancement

• Is consulted as needed to validate the allocation of appropriate resources to support projects, leveraging their knowledge of laboratory teams strengths and development needs

Act as a catalyst in promoting ESI technology expertise

• Contribute to ESI internal and external visibility strategies through publishing and active participation in R&D Week, Town Halls and international conferences

• Identify and promote key topics related to technology to be communicated to GI and Vaccines R&D, ensuring that the latest advancements and insights are effectively shared

Major challenges

• The ESI Subject Matter Expert leads a segment of the technology portfolio with an entrepreneurial mindset, constantly integrating innovation into their work. This role is pivotal in building a culture that promotes Sanofi R&D vision through a positive work environment focused on execution, efficiency, delivery, innovation, and scientific rigor.

• The ESI Subject Matter Expert excels in networking, sharing best practices within the Technology communities and across GI and Vaccines R&D.

• Through great scientific communication and leadership, the ESI Subject Matter Expert actively promotes ESI technology expertise.

About You

If you are passionate about cutting-edge innovation and committed to expanding technology knowledge and upskilling your teams, we strongly encourage you to apply!

• EducationPhD/MSc in Immunology, Microbiology or related Life Sciences with proven experience as a technology expert

• Experience5 to 10 years of laboratory experience in Immunology, Microbiology or related Life Sciences with recognized expertise in a specific technology area (ABV Analytical, ABB Analytical, Cellular Immunology, Molecular Immunology)

• Technical SkillsState-of-the-art techniques in Immunology (depending on the position and portfolio segment, specific skills can be required)

• Soft SkillsLeadership, technology innovation, problem-solving, customer focus, stretch, teaching and mentoring skills, transversal collaboration, scientific communication

• LanguagesEnglish, knowledge of French will be reviewed favorably

Why Choose Us?

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.

• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.

• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.

• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.

Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

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All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.

Pursue Progress. Discover Extraordinary.

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.

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