2027 Spring Co-op Characterization, Cambridge, MA

Sanofi•Cambridge, MA

6d•$35 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

Looking to launch your career at the cutting edge of healthcare? Join Sanofi for a chance to develop with mentoring and guidance from inspirational leaders while helping to make an impact on the lives of countless people worldwide. We are seeking a highly motivated Spring Co-op to join our Characterization team. We are seeking a co-op student in the field of protein biochemistry to join our Protein Engineering team. The Co-op will work in a small team setting to support developability assays for protein therapeutics including monospecific and multispecific antibodies. They will be involved in using analytical methods for routine testing and extended characterization of physicochemical attributes of therapeutic proteins. Ready to grow your skills while helping shape the future of healthcare? At Sanofi, you’ll be empowered to learn, ask questions, and bring your ideas to life – all while supported by inspiring mentors and collaborative teams.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a BA/BS or MS degree in Biochemistry, Biophysics, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, Biology, Chemistry, or a related field.
Must be permanently authorized to work in the U.S. and not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future. Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually require future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long-term status that does not require company sponsorship.
Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university throughout the duration of the co-op/internship.
Must be able to relocate to the office location and work 40hrs/week, Monday-Friday, for the full duration of the co-op/internship.
Highly motivated, ready to learn new skills and adapt.

Nice To Haves

Experience with standard protein characterization techniques such as SDS-PAGE, HPLC (SEC, HIC) and/or CE-based (CE-SDS, icIEF) methods.
Experience with lab automation is desirable.
Demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret and present data in a clear manner.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Analysis of protein purity by SDS-PAGE, HPLC-SEC, HIC and DLS.
Conduct protein stability assays, by thermal denaturation and accelerated degradation methods.
Perform analysis, interpretation, documentation and presentation of data to project teams.
Contribute to group knowledge and expertise through collaboration and idea exchange with multidisciplinary teams.
Meticulous bench-work and record-keeping.
Function independently.
Experience with routine lab equipment, and methods, including preparing buffers, measuring pH, UV absorbances, etc.