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Job Title: mRNA CoE Analytical Development Scientist - Vaccines

Location: Waltham, MA

About the Job

In the race for the future of healthcare – Sanofi mRNA Center of Excellence

At Sanofi, we believe in a world in which no one suffers or dies from vaccine-preventable diseases. The pandemic has sustainably transformed our industry, creating new opportunities and challenges. At Sanofi, we are convinced that accelerating the innovation of mRNA technology means better vaccine accessibility for all populations, faster than before. 

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.

As a Scientist experienced in Flow Cytometry method development and support, you will be responsible for supporting mRNA vaccine development and manufacture.

The future of Sanofi depends on your ambition, your commitment. Join.

Main Responsibilities:

• Participate in the selection, development of new analytical methods of mRNA products in collaboration with the scientists of the team

• Participate in qualification and transferring of analytical methods

• Perform analytical testing in the lab, data analysis, and related document writing with a critical look at the relevance of the results.

• Develop and write work plans/protocols

• Summarize and communicate the progress of your work

• Participate in laboratory automation to set up high-throughput analyses

• Accompany and train newcomers in analytical technologies and methods

• Participate laboratory organization activities (orders, management/maintenance of equipment, reception & verification of reagents and receipt of samples)

• Participate in or lead analytical working groups

• Participate in continuous improvement of laboratory safety and quality compliance.

About You

• Earned PhD in Immunology (preferred), Cell Biology or Molecular Biology or related sciences, with at least 2 years of experience

• Hands-on experience with aseptic techniques, mammalian tissue culture, various transfection protocols, flow cytometry method development including antibody characterization and titration, multicolor antibody panel development, flow cytometry instrument setup and maintenance, flow cytometry data analysis including gating strategy and familiarity with graphics software, and standard analytical methods for cell-based protein expression analysis is essential.

• Ability to perform complex method development and propose appropriate method improvement is needed.

• Experience in cell-based characterization including but not limited to multicolor flow cytometry, qPCR, ddPCR, ELISA, cell-based assays, Western blot, etc. is key.

• Proven capability of evaluating/developing new technologies is highly preferred.

• Experienced working with highly technical projects with reactivity.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Able to work independently and collaborate in team, enthusiastic and self-motivated.

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.

Progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. You can be one of those people. Chasing change, embracing new ideas and exploring all the opportunities we have to offer. Let’s pursue progress. And let’s 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, or gender identity.

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