Associate Scientist

Overview

About The Job We are looking for candidates for the position of Research Associate in the Bioprocess Engineering Technical Pilot Plant (BPE-TPP) Downstream team. BPE-TPP is responsible for the execution of large-scale manufacturing of biological molecules to support early and late stage development processes and works closely with the Upstream and Downstream development groups. BPE-TPP delivers biological products used in support of early development for First in Human molecules and late stage biological development batches including process confirmation/consistency.

TPP supports/executes technology innovations for process improvement working with development groups on innovation projects.

Job title: Associate Scientist

Location: Framingham, MA

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.

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.

• Design and execute purification unit operations.
• Interact with project teams to meet goals in relation to manufacturing drug substance and technology transfer.
• Operate downstream purification equipment such as chromatography and tangential flow filtration skids.
• Maintain adequate levels of supplies and consumables.
• Perform routine safety inspections of equipment and lab areas.
• Create standard operating procedures, batch records and technical reports. Support evaluation of new purification technologies.
• Ensure equipment readiness through scheduling and coordination of PM and calibration activities.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, biochemistry, or related field, with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in downstream protein manufacturing processes, ideally at pilot scale.
• Understanding of chromatography modalities such as IEX, HIC, affinity, and multimodal.
• Ability to work within a team and set priorities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a protein purification lab or pilot plant.
• Familiarity with GMP or GLP.
• Experience operating and troubleshooting downstream unit operations (Columns, UF/DF, TFF, VI, VF).
• Experience with single use downstream technology.
• Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication, an innovative problem solver and proven ability to recognize and recommend areas for improvement.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement – at the individual, department and organizational level.
• Ability to effectively interact with a variety of communication and working styles.
• Ability to gown and gain entry to manufacturing areas.
• Ability to work flexible hours if needed.
• High level of scientific curiosity.

• 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.
• 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.
• Help improve the lives of millions of people globally by making drug development quicker and more effective.
• Work at the forefront of drug discovery, harnessing cutting-edge AI, data, and digital platforms to push the boundaries of science.

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.