Senior Research Associate, BioAnalytics

Job Title: Senior Research Associate, BioAnalytics (Biophysics)

Location: Waltham, MA

About the Job

We are seeking a motivated senior research associate to join our BioAnalytics Characterization group in the Genomic Medicine Unit within Sanofi. The Genomic Medicine Unit at Sanofi is dedicated to the establishment of best-in-class platforms to support development of life-changing advanced gene therapy products, including recombinant AAV vectors and lipid nanoparticles. The BioAnalytics Characterization group uses advanced analytical techniques for in-depth structural and functional characterization of gene therapy products in support of drug development, from pre-candidate selection through commercialization.

Main Responsibilities:

• Perform analytical characterization techniques such as DLS, SV-AUC, AF4-MALS, Cytoflex/NanoFCM, NTA, CE, cIEF and fluorescence assays to support batch/stability testing, reference standard characterization, stress study and comparability and process development.  
• Designs procedural and experimental approach to meet designated scientific objectives; Executes experiments independently.
• Plan and perform experimental procedures across multiple projects simultaneously and document the work in an electronic lab notebook. Integrate, compile, analyze, and interpret data with some supervision.
• Perform data analysis and reports results in oral and written formats.
• Author data packets, protocols, and technical reports
• Manage instrument maintenance, calibrations and trouble shootings.

About You

• B.S. degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related discipline with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in the biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry or M.S. degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related discipline with 0-2 years of relevant experience
• Hands-on experience in multiple biophysical techniques listed above.
• Experience in characterizing proteins, viral/nonviral vectors
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication and critical thinking skills
• Note: Candidates with no prior gene therapy experience are encouraged to apply! Transferable skills from related fields will be considered.

Basic Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related discipline with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in the biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry or M.S. degree in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related discipline with 0-2 years of relevant experience

• Hands-on experience in multiple biophysical techniques listed above.

• Experience in characterizing proteins, viral/nonviral vectors

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication and critical thinking skills

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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Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; natural or protective hairstyles; 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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The salary range for this position is:

All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs. Additional benefits information can be found through the LINK.