2027 Spring Co-op CMC Early-Stage Drug Product Development, Framingham, MA

Sanofi • Framingham, MA

9d • $45 - $57 • Onsite

About The Position

Sanofi is seeking a highly motivated graduate-level co-op to join its Early-Stage Drug Product Development (EDPD) team in Framingham, Massachusetts. Over the six-month project, the co-op will contribute to biopharmaceutical development and gain hands-on experience in protein stability assessment, analytical method application, and data-driven decision-making supporting formulation and process development. The role also supports cycle-1 studies, including in-use studies, formulation development, and process development.

The co-op will serve as an analytical contributor supporting the Research-to-Development transition of biologic drugs and the development of successful commercial formulations. Work includes developability assessments, preformulation studies, formulation and drug product process development, and innovation projects investigating molecular determinants of high-concentration solution behavior and patient-centric product development. The co-op will present data to department and project teams, conduct technology-development experiments, and ensure thorough, compliant experimental data capture.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a master’s or PhD degree in biochemistry, biophysics, pharmaceutical sciences, biomedical or chemical engineering, life sciences, or a related field, with plans to graduate by Spring 2027 or 2028.
• Must be permanently authorized to work in the United States without requiring employment visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must remain enrolled in an accredited college or university throughout the co-op.
• Must be able to relocate to the office location and work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, for the full duration of the co-op.
• Strong scientific knowledge in pharmaceutical sciences, biochemistry, biotechnology, biophysics, molecular biology, or a related field.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working in a laboratory environment and demonstrated ability to work independently on a project.
• Data fluency and a keen eye for data quality.
• Collaborative mindset.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in biopharmaceutical development or protein characterization.
• Scientific rigor, intellectual curiosity, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Experience with chromatographic techniques and data analysis software.
• Experience with biochemical and biophysical assays, including HPLC, CE-SDS, icIEF, CD, AUC, DSC, DLS/SLS, and mass spectrometry.
• Familiarity with regulatory guidelines for biologic drug development.
• Knowledge of statistical analysis software.

Responsibilities

• Support the Research-to-Development transition of biologic drugs and contribute to the development of commercial formulations.
• Contribute to developability assessments, preformulation studies, formulation development, and drug product process development.
• Support cycle-1 studies, including in-use studies, formulation development, and process development.
• Contribute to projects investigating molecular determinants of high-concentration solution behavior, including viscosity, opalescence, and phase separation.
• Present data to department and project teams.
• Initiate, design, and perform technology-development experiments.
• Ensure thorough and compliant experimental data capture.

Benefits

• Hands-on experience with state-of-the-art analytical instrumentation and biopharmaceutical development processes.
• Exposure to CMC principles, regulatory requirements, and the drug development lifecycle.
• Mentorship from experienced scientists and exposure to cross-functional collaboration.
• Meaningful contribution to programs advancing patient care and therapeutic innovation.
• Access to the latest tools, digital innovation, and continuous learning.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern