Sanofi

Senior Principal Scientist, Type 2 Immunology

Sanofi • $148K — $214K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD in Immunology or related field with 8+ years experience; Master's with 10 years; Bachelor's with 12 years.
  • Proven experience leading preclinical research or contributing to clinical product programs.
  • Strong expertise in translational research supporting clinical development.
  • Deep knowledge of human and murine immunology and inflammatory pathways.
  • Familiarity with advanced technologies like flow cytometry and scRNA-seq.
  • Experience in cross-functional collaboration within matrixed environments.
  • Demonstrated mentorship capabilities and record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.

Responsibilities

  • Lead preclinical research from hypothesis generation to experimental execution.
  • Support clinical programs by translating insights back to research.
  • Design and execute research programs in collaboration with multiple teams.
  • Formulate research hypotheses and design experiments in immunology.
  • Develop in vitro and in vivo assays using cutting-edge technologies.
  • Lead cross-functional collaborations and manage stakeholder relationships.
  • Communicate research findings to diverse audiences and mentor junior team members.

Benefits

  • Join a supportive, future-focused team in biopharma.
  • Opportunities for career growth and international moves.
  • Comprehensive rewards package recognizing contributions.
  • Engage patients in drug development for real-world study insights.
  • Work at the cutting edge of drug discovery using AI and data analytics.
  • Contribute to improving global health outcomes through effective drug development.
  • Wide range of health and well-being benefits including extensive parental leave.
Full Job Description
Job title: Senior Principal Scientist Type 2 Immunology

Location:Cambridge, MA

Main Responsibilities

  • Lead preclinical research programs from hypothesis generation through experimental execution, integrating findings into broader clinical strategy.
  • Directly support early clinical and or late stage or marketed product programs, translating clinical insights back to research and driving translational strategies to support clinical decision making and asset life cycle management.
  • Design and execute research programs in close partnership with Development, Medical Affairs, and Commercial teams as part of IEGP to maximize the value of Sanofi's portfolio.
  • Independently formulate research hypotheses and apply scientific expertise to design and execute experiments using murine and human immunology approaches.
  • Develop novel in vitro and in vivo assays and apply advanced technologies including single cell approaches (flow cytometry, scRNAseq), multiomics, and imaging platforms.
  • Lead cross functional collaborations and manage stakeholder relationships effectively across a matrixed global organization.
  • Communicate research findings clearly and compellingly to diverse audiences, both technical and nontechnical, internal and external.
  • Mentor and actively support the scientific and professional development of junior team members.
  • Stay at the forefront of scientific advances and contribute to the strategic direction of the group.
  • Maintain laboratory activity while providing scientific leadership; this role has an expectation of bench engagement as necessary.
  • Ensure adherence to safety standards, laboratory conduct, diligent ELN record keeping and Sanofi's code of conduct.


About You

Basic Qualifications:

  • PhD in Immunology, neuroimmunology, molecular biology, pharmacology or related fields with 8+ years of relevant experience in an academic or biopharmaceutical setting. Or equivalent: Master's + 10 years of experience; Bachelor's + 12 years of experience).
  • Demonstrated experience leading preclinical research projects or key contributor on early clinical and/or late-stage or marketed product programs, this is a critical requirement for this role
  • Proven track record in translational research supporting clinical development and/or lifecycle management
  • Strong expertise in human and murine immunology and inflammatory disease pathways
  • Experience with advanced technologies including single cell approaches (flow cytometry, scRNA-seq), molecular techniques, and multi-omic platforms
  • Proven ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional, matrixed environments with Development, Medical Affairs, and/or Commercial teams
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills across diverse audiences
  • Strong team player with a collaborative mindset and genuine commitment to supporting others
  • Demonstrated mentorship capabilities and track record of developing junior scientists
  • Record of scientific publications and presentations in high impact peer-reviewed journals
  • Experience with external academic collaborations and working with CRO


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Direct experience in Type 2 inflammatory diseases (dermatology, respiratory, GI, rheumatology)
  • Experience with clinical biomarker strategy development and implementation
  • Hands-on experience with human tissue biopsies (skin, lung, gut), mouse disease models, and or organoid systems
  • Experience contributing to regulatory submissions or clinical trial design


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.
  • 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.
  • 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.


The salary range for this position is:
$148,500.00 - $214,500.00

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.

About Sanofi

Sanofi is a global pharmaceutical company that specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of prescription drugs and vaccines. The company operates in over 170 countries and has a diverse portfolio of products that includes treatments for diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular disease, and rare diseases. Sanofi is committed to improving global health and has a strong focus on innovation and sustainability. The company has received numerous awards for its research and development efforts and is recognized as a leader in the pharmaceutical industry.
Learn more about Sanofi
Market Cap
$121.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$12.3 billion
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
+2.5%
Revenue
$37.3 billion
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