About the Job
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Job Overview:
The 2025 Co-Op will work in the upstream process development group of the drug substance function in Specialty Care Manufacturing Science and Analytical Technology (MSAT). The co-op will work in a laboratory setting on a project related to on-line monitoring of mammalian cell culture using Raman spectroscopy for perfusion process development. This position is 6 months on a full-time basis January 2025 - June 2025.
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The drug substance function within global Manufacturing Science & Analytical Technology (MSAT) is the owner of Life Cycle Management (LCM) of DS Processes within Sanofi biologics manufacturing network. We deliver innovative, robust, and cost-effective next generation processes and provide commercial manufacturing support. The function is responsible for tech transfer activities including process fit-gap assessment, process validation, prepare dossier sections, & PAI support to enable launch of new and LCM products. Our expansive portfolio covers 17 products, 5 modalities, 3 expression systems within 12 internal and external global sites in US and EU. We will be supporting launch of 20 new products in next 5 years including monoclonal and multi-specific antibodies, fusion proteins, antibody-drug conjugates, synthorins and nanobodies. In recent years we have successfully established second-generation manufacturing process with a continuous process platform. We are pursuing future innovations such as digital labs, factories of future and advanced analytics-based process understanding and control.
At this time, Sanofi will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, or another type of work authorization).
Responsibilities:
In this project, you will:
- Work on an MSAT development project, to include execution of cell culture bioreactor operations and analytical equipment such as amino acid analyzer and Raman spectroscopy, etc.
- In particular, in-silico simulations and the coding of metabolic flux analysis are used to quantify cell metabolism
- Update the team during regular meeting and give a presentation at the end of the projects
About you
Basic Qualifications:
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computational Science, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Biochemistryor related field at an accredited college or university with the expectation that you will complete your current degree by the Spring of 2027
- Must be enrolled in school the semester following your co-op with Sanofi
- Must be able to relocate to the office location and work 40hrs/week, Monday-Friday, for the full duration of the co-op
- Must have permanent US work authorization
Preferred Qualifications:
- Hands-on experience in mammalian cell culture/aseptic technique, and cell biology techniques
- Experience with Python coding
- Basic understanding of general concepts of cell biology, biochemistry, and laboratory procedures
- Ability to work in Biosafety Level 2 environment and follow lab safety procedures
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office software (excel, PowerPoint, word).
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal; able to effectively communicate with supervisor and team members
- Highly organized with a keen attention to details
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.