2027 Spring Co op Neuroscience Research Cambridge MA
Sanofi
Cambridge (U.S.), , United States of AmericaPosted Discovered via the company's careers siteMatch locked
Apprentice/Intern (Fixed Term)
Job Title
2027 Spring Co-op R&D Neuro TA
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Grade
Co-op
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Location
Cambridge, MA
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Duration
6 months
About the Job
Looking to launch your career at the cutting edge of neuroscience research? Join Sanofi's
Neurology Therapeutic Area (Neuro TA)
team for a hands-on, wet lab-intensive co-op experience focused on
Parkinson's disease research
. As a Spring Co-op, you will work directly alongside scientists supporting both
in vitro and in vivo studies
, contributing to real research that advances our understanding of neurodegeneration.
You will be an active contributor to day-to-day laboratory activities, supporting individual and team-level studies under the direct mentorship of your hiring manager. You'll gain exposure to the
full drug development process
, from target identification and lead optimization through key development milestones.
Ready to grow your skills while helping shape the future of healthcare? At Sanofi, you'll be empowered to Early Careers learn, ask questions, and bring your ideas to life - all while supported by inspiring mentors and collaborative teams.
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.
• Perform mammalian cell culture
, including iPSC-derived neuron and glia culture techniques
- Execute standard molecular and biochemical assays including
ELISA, MSD (Meso Scale Discovery) immunoassays, immunoprecipitation, Western blot, and RT-qPCR
- Assist with
in vivo mouse studies
, including animal handling, basic dosing procedures (e.g., intraperitoneal injections), tissue collection, and sample processing
- Follow established protocols with precision and scientific rigor, maintaining
meticulous laboratory records
and documentation
- Collaborate with team members on both individual and group research projects
- Contribute to experimental design discussions and data documentation in alignment with Sanofi's scientific standards
Basic Qualifications
- Currently pursuing a master or PhD degree in biomedical, life sciences or related field with plans to graduate by fall 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.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated proficiency in mammalian cell culture techniques, including iPSC-derived neuron/glia culture.
- Hands-on laboratory experience in both in vitro and in vivo studies.
- Demonstrated proficiency with standard molecular and biochemical assays such as ELISA, MSD (Meso Scale Discovery) immunoassays, immunoprecipitation, Western blot, and Real-time quantitative PCR (RT-qPCR).
- Experience with in vivo mouse handling, basic dosing procedures (eg. intraperitoneal injections), and tissue collection.
- Meticulous record-keeping practices and strong attention to detail.
- Commitment to scientific rigor in experimental design and data documentation.
- Prior experience in a research laboratory setting (academic research, previous co-op positions, and etc).
Why Choose Us
- Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future focused team.
- Stretch your skills through apprenticeships, internships, graduate programs, and international experiences that grow with you.
- Learn from inspiring mentors and collaborative teams while contributing to real projects that shape the future of healthcare.
- Build your future with access to the latest tools, digital innovation, and continuous learning that keep you ahead of the curve.
Compensation
The salary range for this position is
$45 -$57
hourly. All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience.
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