2027 Spring Co-op Laboratory Automation Engineer Process Chemistry Lab, Cambridge, MA

Sanofi•Cambridge, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Sanofi is seeking a motivated co-op student to join its laboratory automation team in the R&D CMC Synthetic organization in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The co-op will help advance automated laboratory systems by implementing and optimizing workflows in collaboration with colleagues and scientists. The role contributes to improving laboratory efficiency and data quality while supporting process development and the development of future medicines. The position lasts six months, from January through June 2027, and requires 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, for the full co-op duration.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a master’s or PhD in engineering (mechanical, electrical, chemical, or biomedical), computer science, or a related technical field.
Must be permanently authorized to work in the United States without requiring employment visa sponsorship at application or in the future. Students on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT generally do not meet this requirement unless eligible for an alternative long-term status that does not require sponsorship.
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 co-op duration.
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Excellent communication skills for interacting with scientists and engineers.

Nice To Haves

Programming experience with Python, C#, or other languages.
Basic understanding of laboratory equipment and analytical instruments.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain automated laboratory workflows using robotics platforms and integrated instruments.
Configure and optimize automated systems to meet experimental requirements.
Write, test, and debug scripts for laboratory automation systems using Python, LabVIEW, or other automation software.
Develop interfaces between laboratory instruments and data management systems.
Connect and integrate analytical instruments with laboratory automation platforms.
Ensure seamless data transfer between automated systems and Sanofi’s data management infrastructure.
Analyze manual laboratory processes and identify opportunities for automation.
Collaborate with scientists to translate manual procedures into automated protocols.