Job title: Senior Associate Scientist, Bioprocess Analytics

• Location: Framingham, MA

About the job:

Sanofi is a world-class biologics research organization dedicated to delivering next-generation therapies to patients. As part of Global CMC Development, the BioAnalytics US team plays a key role in advancing R&D programs from discovery through late-stage development.

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Associate Scientist with expertise in Bio-Analytical Chemistry to join the BioProcess Analytics team in Framingham, MA. As a Senior Associate Scientist, you will join a multidisciplinary team providing analytical support for Sanofi's R&D pipeline. You will contribute to early- and late-stage bioprocess development through analytical method development, optimization, troubleshooting, and routine testing to support R&D programs to meet project goals within established timelines.

As a member of a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to critical R&D milestones while expanding your technical expertise and project leadership skills. This position offers strong growth opportunities and a pathway to advanced scientific and leadership roles within BioProcess Analytics and the broader BioAnalytics organization.

We are an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. Join us and help bring innovative therapies to patients worldwide.

Join the engine of Sanofi’s mission — where deep immunoscience meets bold, AI-powered research. In R&D, you’ll drive breakthroughs that could turn the impossible into possible for millions

About Sanofi:

We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.

Main Responsibilities:

• Provide analytical support for Process Science, R&D, Manufacturing, and cross-functional partners by independently executing routine and advanced analytical testing using HPLC/UPLC, CE, cIEF, ELISA, binding assays, impurity analysis, and LC-MS/MS peptide mapping in a non-GMP environment to advance biologics development programs and achieve project milestones.

• Assist in evaluating and developing new cutting-edge technologies, instruments, and analytical methods in separation science to streamline and improve the efficiency of assay workflows and solve problems encountered during drug development.

• Advance laboratory automation by developing and applying tools for sample preparation and analytical testing workflows.

• Assess and implement AI/GenAI-enabled solutions to improve data processing, visualization, and decision-making within Bioprocess Analytics.

• Assist and/or lead the establishment of technical methods for analytical and characterization purposes, and author protocols, technical memos and reports, data analysis summaries, process investigations, and procedures in a non-GMP setting.

• Maintain laboratory operations, including instrumentation, reagents, consumables, and analytical workspaces to ensure operational readiness.

• Manage multiple projects with minimal supervision, including planning, execution, troubleshooting, data interpretation, and timely delivery of high-quality results.

• Communicate scientific findings effectively through technical reports, study protocols, presentations, and data-driven recommendations to cross-functional stakeholders.

• Build strong cross-functional partnerships and collaborate effectively across multiple programs to drive scientific and business objectives.

About you:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or related fields (Analytical Chemistry preferred) with 2+ years of relevant experience, OR Master’s degree with 1+ years of relevant experience in research laboratory and relevant industry experience.

Experience & Technical Skills:

• Hand-on experience with one or more separation science techniques for protein characterization, including CE, cIEF, UPLC/HPLC, and LC-MS.

• Proficiency with one or more data processing software such as analytical software like Empower, OpenLAB, Chromeleon, 32karat, and Compass.

• Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple concurrent projects across varied analytical testing platforms.

Soft Skills:

• Highly organized and detail-oriented professional with a proven ability to independently manage multiple concurrent projects across diverse analytical platforms while effectively prioritizing tasks and delivering results in fast-paced environments.

• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong prioritization and time management skills in fast-paced environments.

• Skilled at translating complex technical findings into clear, actionable insights for diverse scientific audiences.

• Collaborative and proactive team members with a strong commitment to scientific excellence and problem-solving.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong expertise in protein characterization, including purity, charge variant, and glycan analyses, with extensive hands-on experience in operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Waters and Agilent HPLC/UHPLC systems, Caliper LabChips, PA800 Plus, Maurice/iCE, and BioPhase 8800 platforms.

• Experience leveraging AI and Generative AI technologies to streamline data analysis, improve visualization capabilities, and enable informed decision-making across Bioprocess Analytics workflows.

• Proficient in the operation, troubleshooting, and optimization of automated high-throughput laboratory systems, including Agilent Bravo and Hamilton liquid handling platforms, to enhance workflow efficiency and analytical productivity.

• Prior experience executing assays in a GLP/GxP-regulated pharmaceutical or biotechnology setting.

• Experience iLab Electronic Lab Notebook or other Electronic Lab Notebook solution.

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 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.

• Be part of a pioneering biopharma company that engages patients early in drug development and uses their insights to design studies that reflect real-world needs.

• Work at the forefront of drug discovery, harnessing cutting-edge AI, data, and digital platforms to push the boundaries of science.

• Help improve the lives of millions of people globally by making drug development quicker and more effective.

Sanofi US Services and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers committed to a culturally inclusive 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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Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But 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. So, let’s be those people.

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US and Puerto Rico Residents Only

Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers committed to a culturally inclusive 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.

North America Applicants Only

The salary range for this position is:

$75.000,00 - $108.333,33

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.