About the role#
This is a full-time, lab-based co-op position within the RNA Production team. You will work 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, in Waltham, Massachusetts. This role is scheduled for Winter 2027 and lasts for 6 months. You will receive a salary between $35.00 and $47.00 per hour, depending on your experience.
What you'll do#
- Support mRNA production for drug targets, including batch production, characterization, and process optimization.
- Synthesize and purify various mRNA constructs in parallel to help move programs forward.
- Perform analytical characterization for the full release panel of mRNA drug substances.
- Help optimize mRNA sequence design, production, and purification workflows.
- Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve existing platform projects.
- Create technical reports, presentations, and recommendations for management and other stakeholders.
What you'll need#
- You are currently pursuing a master’s degree in biology, biomedical engineering, life sciences, molecular biology, biochemistry, or biotechnology.
- You plan to graduate by Spring 2027 or 2028.
- You are enrolled in an accredited college or university for the duration of the co-op.
- You have permanent authorization to work in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship.
- You are able to relocate to Waltham, Massachusetts.
- You have hands-on experience with nucleic acid synthesis, RNase-free handling, and mRNA production or characterization.
- You have experience with capillary and gel electrophoresis, as well as relevant molecular biology methods.
- You keep meticulous records and pay close attention to detail.
- You can manage your time effectively while handling multiple projects at once.
Location & details#
- Location: Waltham, MA
- Modality: On-site
- Term: Winter 2027
- Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
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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