About the role#
This co-op position is based in the Process Chemistry Lab in Cambridge, Massachusetts. You will join the laboratory automation team to advance automated systems within the R&D CMC Synthetic organization. This role focuses on enhancing laboratory efficiency and data quality through the implementation and optimization of automated workflows.
What you'll do#
- Design, implement, and maintain automated laboratory workflows using robotics platforms and integrated instruments.
- Configure and optimize automated systems to meet specific experimental requirements.
- Write, test, and debug scripts for laboratory automation systems.
- Develop interfaces between laboratory instruments and data management systems.
- Connect and integrate analytical instruments with automation platforms to ensure reliable data transfer.
- Analyze existing manual laboratory processes to identify and implement automation opportunities.
- Collaborate with scientists to translate manual procedures into automated protocols.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a Master's or PhD program in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
- Permanent authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for visa sponsorship.
- Enrollment in an accredited college or university for the duration of the co-op.
- Ability to work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, on-site in Cambridge.
- Programming experience with Python, C#, or similar languages is preferred.
- A basic understanding of laboratory equipment and analytical instruments.
- Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills.
Location & details#
- Location: Cambridge, Massachusetts.
- Term: Winter 2027 (January-June).
- Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, on-site.
- Compensation: Paid position ($45-$57 hourly).
About Sanofi
Sanofi is a pharmaceutical manufacturing company based in Paris, France. It employs over 93,000 people across global offices. The company focuses on vaccines, rare diseases, neurology, immunology, and oncology. It also operates in the fields of diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and consumer healthcare.
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