Manager Scientist

Sanofi • Pocono Township, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Upstream Process Development group, part of Manufacturing Technologies/Industrial Affairs, supports various projects including the generation of recombinant baculovirus working virus banks (seeds) for manufacturing seasonal influenza Flublok and COVID vaccines. The team also focuses on upstream process development at small and mid scales, process tech transfer, yield improvement, and manufacturing support. This role contributes to delivering 4.3 billion healthcare solutions annually, aiming to protect people from infectious diseases and bring hope to patients and their families.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, life sciences or other related fields.
• 2+ Years Hands on experience in molecular biology with previous experience in Site Directed Mutagenesis, Gibson assembly, seamless cloning procedures
• Experience with purification of DNA from baculoviruses
• Ability to plan and conduct laboratory experiments, evaluate, and interpret data
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Detail-oriented and ability to prioritize assignments
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Fluent in both written and spoken English
• Strong experience in Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point is important

Nice To Haves

• Masters Degree in Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, life sciences or other related fields.
• Familiarity with Restriction Fragment Length Polymorphism (RFLP) and Femto Pulse experiments is a plus
• Experience in baculovirus protein expression system and insect cell cultures is highly desirable.
• Hands-on experience in DNA sequence analysis, construct design using SnapGene, or similar software is a plus
• Ability to work within team environment and multitasking is a plus
• Experience in cell culture procedures and associated aseptic techniques is a plus

Responsibilities

• Responsible for leading and mentoring a team of junior personnel and educating / maintaining technical knowledge in workforce.
• Oversee all aspects of baculovirus plasmid generation.
• Foster a culture of scientific excellence, collaboration, and accountability.
• Perform routine molecular biology tasks such as primer design, DNA construct design, PCR amplification, cloning, plasmid purification, DNA purification, restriction endonuclease digest, DNA sequencing and analysis, bioinformatics analysis of the sequences from different databases
• Design, analyze and document experiments, maintain proper records electronically and in lab notebooks
• Effectively communicate results in group and department meetings
• Contribute to lab organization, reagent tracking and ordering
• Ensure that work performed is conducted in a safe and compliant manner in adherence with SOPs/SWIs and protocols
• Coordinate data capture and tracking information
• Partner with Upstream Process Development, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, and Regulatory Affairs teams.
• Write and review protocols and reports
• Serve as Molecular Biology SME to tech transfer and manufacturing support

Benefits

• Endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
• A thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
• High-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs
• At least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.
• Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs.

What This Job Offers

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