2027 Spring Co op Neuroscience Research Cambridge MA
About The Position
Sanofi is seeking a highly motivated Spring Co-op to join our Neuroprotection and Neuroinflammation team. This 6-month co-op position is laboratory-based and focuses on discovering neuroinflammatory pathway biology for neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Disease. The role involves executing experiments to explore novel biology around neuroinflammatory and neuroprotective signaling pathways related to neurodegeneration. The successful candidate will have experience in neuroscience or a similar field, demonstrating the ability to perform cell culture-based experiments and run bioanalytical and biochemical assays like Western blots and ELISA or MSD-based systems.
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in neuroscience, neurodegeneration, neuroimmunology, or related field, with plans to graduate by Spring 2028.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with in vitro models and tools including cell-based disease models for neuroinflammatory and neurodegenerative disease.
- Experience with in vivo disease models and tools is a plus.
- Organized, collaborative, and effective working on teams.
- Established analytical and communication skills.
- Ability to effectively develop and discuss experimental goals and research progress with scientists of varied backgrounds.
Responsibilities
- Establish primary, immortalized, and/or iPSC-based cell cultures to test compounds or model neuroinflammatory mechanisms.
- Measure changes in neuroinflammatory pathways by utilizing ELISA or similar approaches.
- Assess changes in post-translational protein modifications and expression by employing Western blot, qRT-PCR, or similar approaches.
- Help design and execute experiments, analyze data, and clearly communicate results at internal meetings.
- Interact in a matrixed, dynamic and cross-functional manner across the Neurology Therapeutic Area and research platforms.
Benefits
- Mentoring and guidance from inspirational leaders
- Supportive, future focused team
- Apprenticeships, internships, graduate programs, and international experiences
- 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
Education Level
Associate degree
