mRNA Analytical Development Scientist - Analytical Sciences

: mRNA Analytical Development Scientist - Analytical Sciences

• Location: Waltham, MA

• Develop advanced technology for biochemical and biophysical assay development, primarily focusing on LC-MS characterization, in support of mRNA vaccine process and product development, product release, stability, and comparability study.

• Work with analytical leads supporting CMC activities.

• Write and review method documentation and characterization reports in support of regulatory filings.

• Ensure timely completion of assignments and deliverables. Independently design and execute complex experiments under general supervision.  Author method development and investigation reports.

• Support QC and/or CROs on investigations, deviations, and change control.

• Participate internal non-GMP and GMP lab set up and product release and stability testing.

• Provide training to junior team members.

• Compliant to Sanofi Quality standards and HSE policy. Participate in continuous improvement of laboratory safety and quality compliance.

• PhD or Master's degree (MSc) in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or related sciences

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Minimum 4 years of pharma/biotech industry experience in analytical development and/or quality control

• Expertise and extensive hands-on experience in the analyses and characterization of proteins, oligonucleotides, lipids and their degradants using LC-MS.

• Ability to perform complex method development and propose appropriate method improvement.

• Hands-on experience and comprehensive knowledge in other biochemical and biophysical techniques, including but not limited to LC (RP, IEX, SEC, HILIC), CGE, cIEF, spectroscopy, particle analysis, etc.

• Knowledge of nucleic acid/oligonucleotides chemistry and standard analytical methods of these molecules.

• Experienced in working with highly technical projects with reactivity.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Able to work independently and collaborate in a team; enthusiastic and self-motivated. Agility to respond to urgent requests, and initiative to lead new tasks.

• Ability to work full time onsite in an analytical lab environment.

• 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.

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