2027 Spring Co-op Virology NA - Global Antigen Design, Waltham, MA
About The Position
Sanofi is seeking a highly motivated Spring Co-op to join its Virology NA - Global Antigen Design team in Waltham, Massachusetts, for a six-month co-op. The Virology Group contributes to vaccine candidate development, from early prototype optimization through IND-enabling activities. The co-op will support development of next-generation vaccines targeting respiratory pathogens, which may include seasonal influenza, pandemic influenza, RSV, hMPV, and/or COVID. The primary focus is vaccine candidate characterization, working alongside a team of experts. The co-op will learn and apply virological, immunological, and molecular techniques, including cell culture, virus propagation, infectious titer assays, virus neutralization assays, RT-PCR, viral genome sequencing, assay development, and immunostaining. The position involves laboratory research under supervision and provides opportunities to learn about virology and vaccinology through scientific literature, team interaction, and mentorship.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university throughout the co-op/internship.
- Permanently authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employment visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
- 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.
- A BS, Master's, or PhD in Virology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, or Biology.
Nice To Haves
- R&D experience from laboratory courses or other experience in molecular cloning, cell culture, aseptic technique, or laboratory automated systems.
- Experience with mammalian cell culture, aseptic techniques, biosafety cabinet operations, and laboratory documentation, plus a foundation in molecular biology or biochemistry.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills, and ability to work independently and as part of a team under supervision.
- Ability to perform experiments from verbal or written instructions and to learn and apply new concepts and research procedures.
Responsibilities
- Complete assigned laboratory research tasks under supervision, maintaining high productivity, consistency, and data quality.
- Learn about virology and vaccinology by reading scientific literature and interacting with the supervisor and team.
- Maintain and update experiment notebooks according to QA requirements.
- Participate in laboratory and equipment maintenance and restock laboratory supplies.
- Attend group meetings and present data.
Benefits
- Apprenticeships, internships, graduate programs, and international experiences.
- Mentorship and collaborative teams.
- Access to the latest tools, digital innovation, and continuous learning.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Intern
