Job Title: Senior Research Associate Purification Process Development

Location: Framingham, MA

About the Job

Are you ready to shape the future of medicine? The race is on to speed up drug discovery and development to find answers for patients and their families. Your skills could be critical in helping our teams accelerate progress.

Purification Process Development, part of Sanofi R&D, is responsible for the development, scale-up, transfer, and characterization of downstream processes for early and late-stage clinical and commercial manufacturing of therapeutic proteins. In addition, the department develops next-generation commercial processes, develops and implements new technologies, and supports and updates our global purification platform. The department also has particular expertise in the area of integrated and continuous bioprocessing and is actively working toward the advancement of this field. 

We are an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We’re also a company where you can flourish and grow your career, with countless opportunities to explore, make connections with people, and stretch the limits of what you thought was possible. Ready to get started?

Main Responsibilities:

We are looking for candidates for the position of Senior Research Associate. This individual will join a dynamic and motivated team to develop downstream purification processes in support of early and late-stage drug development programs. In addition, the Senior Research Associate will support the tech transfer of the developed process into the clinical manufacturing team or Industrial Affairs organization, while ensuring the highest standards of safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance are maintained in the workplace.

Responsibilities include:

Plan and execute purification experiments using high throughput, benchtop, and/or pilot scale chromatography and filtration systems

Independently document experimental results in technical reports and present results at departmental meetings

Work with supervisor to design purification studies and perform data analysis

Work with supervisor to evaluate new technologies to enhance purification process performance or development capabilities

Develop, maintain, and demonstrate knowledge of principles, theories, and techniques in areas of responsibility

Stay abreast of relevant new technologies and published literature, including attending technical forums

Maintain good communication and collaboration with colleagues in Purification Process Development, as well as other departments

About You

Basic Qualifications

Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry or related discipline or a Bachelor's degree with the same and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

Relevant laboratory experience operating and maintaining purification equipment (e.g. AKTA, Tecan, ultrafiltration/diafiltration)

Experience with statistical analysis and modeling

An understanding of scientific principles underlying purification technologies and operations

Excellent planning, organization, and communication skills

Logical and critical thinking skills, as well as innovative problem solving

Ability to work independently and also function in a matrix/collaborative/team-oriented environment

High level of scientific curiosity

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.