Job title: Senior Associate Scientist, Bioprocess Analytics
About the job:We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Associate Scientist with expertise in Bio-Analytical Chemistry to join the BioProcess Analytics team in Framingham, MA. As a Senior Associate Scientist, you will join a multidisciplinary team providing analytical support for Sanofi's R&D pipeline. You will contribute to early- and late-stage bioprocess development through analytical method development, optimization, troubleshooting, and routine testing to support R&D programs to meet project goals within established timelines.
As a member of a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to critical R&D milestones while expanding your technical expertise and project leadership skills. This position offers strong growth opportunities and a pathway to advanced scientific and leadership roles within BioProcess Analytics and the broader BioAnalytics organization.
Main Responsibilities:- Provide analytical support for Process Science, R&D, Manufacturing, and cross-functional partners by independently executing routine and advanced analytical testing using HPLC/UPLC, CE, cIEF, ELISA, binding assays, impurity analysis, and LC-MS/MS peptide mapping in a non-GMP environment to advance biologics development programs and achieve project milestones.
- Assist in evaluating and developing new cutting-edge technologies, instruments, and analytical methods in separation science to streamline and improve the efficiency of assay workflows and solve problems encountered during drug development.
- Advance laboratory automation by developing and applying tools for sample preparation and analytical testing workflows.
- Assess and implement AI/GenAI-enabled solutions to improve data processing, visualization, and decision-making within Bioprocess Analytics.
- Assist and/or lead the establishment of technical methods for analytical and characterization purposes, and author protocols, technical memos and reports, data analysis summaries, process investigations, and procedures in a non-GMP setting.
- Maintain laboratory operations, including instrumentation, reagents, consumables, and analytical workspaces to ensure operational readiness.
- Manage multiple projects with minimal supervision, including planning, execution, troubleshooting, data interpretation, and timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Communicate scientific findings effectively through technical reports, study protocols, presentations, and data-driven recommendations to cross-functional stakeholders.
- Build strong cross-functional partnerships and collaborate effectively across multiple programs to drive scientific and business objectives.
About you:Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or related fields (Analytical Chemistry preferred) with 2+ years of relevant experience, OR Master's degree with 1+ years of relevant experience in research laboratory and relevant industry experience.
Experience & Technical Skills:
- Hand-on experience with one or more separation science techniques for protein characterization, including CE, cIEF, UPLC/HPLC, and LC-MS.
- Proficiency with one or more data processing software such as analytical software like Empower, OpenLAB, Chromeleon, 32karat, and Compass.
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple concurrent projects across varied analytical testing platforms.
Soft Skills:
- Highly organized and detail-oriented professional with a proven ability to independently manage multiple concurrent projects across diverse analytical platforms while effectively prioritizing tasks and delivering results in fast-paced environments.
- Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong prioritization and time management skills in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at translating complex technical findings into clear, actionable insights for diverse scientific audiences.
- Collaborative and proactive team members with a strong commitment to scientific excellence and problem-solving.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong expertise in protein characterization, including purity, charge variant, and glycan analyses, with extensive hands-on experience in operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of Waters and Agilent HPLC/UHPLC systems, Caliper LabChips, PA800 Plus, Maurice/iCE, and BioPhase 8800 platforms.
- Experience leveraging AI and Generative AI technologies to streamline data analysis, improve visualization capabilities, and enable informed decision-making across Bioprocess Analytics workflows.
- Proficient in the operation, troubleshooting, and optimization of automated high-throughput laboratory systems, including Agilent Bravo and Hamilton liquid handling platforms, to enhance workflow efficiency and analytical productivity.
- Prior experience executing assays in a GLP/GxP-regulated pharmaceutical or biotechnology setting.
- Experience iLab Electronic Lab Notebook or other Electronic Lab Notebook solution.
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 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.
- 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.
The salary range for this position is:
$75.000,00 - $108.333,33
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.
