BCOE Expert​/Biobanking Management Specialist

Biobanking Management Specialist

Location:

Gent, Belgium
• Job type: permanent, full time

As a BCOE Expert within our Biorepository Center of Excellence team, you will be at the forefront of initiatives defining the future of scientific work through innovative collaboration tools. You will help shape our culture centered on Purpose and Take the Lead Behaviors. Join the engine of Sanofi’s mission — where deep immunoscience meets bold, AI‑powered research. We are looking for a self‑motivated collaborator with passion for biobanking management and strong experience and knowledge in handling biological samples, compliance and data management.

This position will be based in Ghent (Belgium), supporting both the BCOE in Ghent and Frankfurt (Germany), helping scientists access biological samples faster and more compliantly through our global digital repository tool (Benchling‑Bio Source).

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.

• Support BCOE site heads in managing biosamples throughout their lifecycle, ensuring compliance with Sanofi standards and local regulations.
• Register samples in Benchling‑Biosource, review data quality and become a Subject Matter Expert for the platform.
• Support scientists with biosample sourcing requests and manage sample workflows, storage, and disposal.
• Perform ethical and contractual compliance checks for human biological samples and propagatable biosamples.
• Support contract setup with partners and assess HBS providers through the  platform.
• Drive process optimization based on stakeholder feedback and participate in key meetings.
• Support implementation of global biosample management initiatives and participate in audits.

• Education:
  
  Master’s degree in life sciences or equivalent.
• Experience:
  
  Strong scientific background and experience with a variety of biological samples; experience in local and preferably global transversal collaborations, experience and knowledge in biobanking management.
• Core competencies:
  
  Autonomy, proactivity, problem‑solving orientation, quality focus with attention to detail.
• Technical skills:
  Knowledge of licensing documents and contracts.
• Personal qualities:
  Appetite for change, ability to challenge the status quo, strong communication skills.
• Languages:
  
  Fluent English is mandatory, Dutch is an asset.

• 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.
• Enjoy opportunities to collaborate beyond your area of expertise, working with diverse teams across science, clinical, and digital fields to spark new ideas and drive breakthroughs.
• Accelerate your professional development with structured career paths designed for both scientific and leadership advancement.
• Achieve genuine work‑life balance in a supportive R&D environment with outstanding benefits, including flexible working options, comprehensive healthcare, and well‑being programs designed to help you thrive.