2027 Spring Co-op Cell Culture Bioprocess, Framingham, MA

Sanofi • Framingham, MA

12d • $45 - $57 • Onsite

About The Position

Sanofi is seeking a Spring Co-op to join its Cell Culture Bioprocess team in Framingham, Massachusetts, for six months. The co-op will support bioprocess screening, experimental design, and optimization activities. The role involves mammalian cell culture work in a sterile laboratory environment, operation of high-throughput and bench-top bioreactors, data analysis, literature research, and presentation of results. The co-op is expected to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, and remain enrolled at an accredited college or university throughout the program. Candidates must be permanently authorized to work in the United States without requiring employment visa sponsorship, and must be able to relocate to the office location.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a master's or Ph.D. degree in biotechnology, chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, or a related field at an accredited college or university.
• Permanently authorized to work in the United States and not require employment visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
• Remain enrolled in an accredited college or university throughout the duration of the co-op/internship.
• Able to relocate to the office location and work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, for the full duration of the co-op/internship.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on cell culture experience with mammalian cells, such as CHO cells or similar.
• Experience working in a sterile environment using aseptic techniques.
• Prior experience with bench-top bioreactor operations.
• Familiarity with upstream bioprocess development.
• Knowledge of bioprocess parameter optimization.
• Experience with data analysis software such as Spotfire, JMP, or similar statistical tools.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Design experimental studies and independently operate Ambr15 and Ambr250 high-throughput cell culture bioreactors to support screening studies and Design of Experiments (DoE) activities.
• Conduct mammalian cell culture work with CHO cells in a sterile laboratory environment.
• Perform media preparation and bench-top bioreactor operations.
• Conduct literature searches to support bioprocess parameter optimization.
• Compile and analyze data using statistical software; training will be provided on Spotfire, JMP, and other tools.
• Prepare and deliver presentations at team meetings, group meetings, and other venues.
• Work collaboratively with the Cell Culture Bioprocess team on ongoing projects.

Benefits

• Mentoring and guidance from leaders and mentors.
• Opportunities to learn through apprenticeships, internships, graduate programs, and international experiences.
• Access to current tools, digital innovation, and continuous learning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern