About the position
We are seeking a laboratory facing Scientist to be part of a team focused on the development of novel gene therapy technologies for the treatment of ocular disease. Join the engine of Sanofi’s mission — where deep immunoscience meets bold, AI-powered research. In R&D, you’ll drive breakthroughs that could turn the impossible into possible for millions. About Sanofi: We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.
Responsibilities
• Lead research projects to support the identification of therapeutic candidates from discovery into IND enabling studies.
• Execute studies to generate proof of concept data.
• Apply expertise to design, develop scientific activities/projects to identify therapeutic candidates.
• Demonstrate scientific excellence, initiate, design, and execute experiments/studies in support of goals in a time sensitive manner.
• Collaborate extensively with internal teams and be an impactful contributor and member of project teams.
Requirements
• Master’s Degree in Biological Sciences, Biology, Molecular Biology, or related fields plus minimum 6 years relevant experience in an academic or biopharmaceutical setting.
• Strong background in cellular and molecular biology lab-based skills.
• Experience in gene therapy.
• Experience in preparing high quality documents including electronic lab notebook entries, technical reports, presentations, and experimental protocols.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, enthusiastic and fast learner who pays close attention to detail.
• Ability to be flexible and pivot with changing priority of pace and project.
Benefits
• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
• Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
• Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
• Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.
• Be part of a pioneering biopharma company that engages patients early in drug development and uses their insights to design studies that reflect real-world needs.
• Help improve the lives of millions of people globally by making drug development quicker and more effective.
• Work at the forefront of drug discovery, harnessing cutting-edge AI, data, and digital platforms to push the boundaries of science.