Hiring: Associate Scientist Company: Sanofi Location: Waltham, MA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 11:48:25 Employment Type: Internship Target Skills & Keywords : R About the job Experience: •2 years of experience in formulation, process development, or laboratory research (internship or academic laboratory experience will be considered). Required Skills: •Actively facilitate and support formulation optimization and/or process understanding of mRNA-containing lipid nanoparticle (LNP) formulation and production processes under guidance from senior scientists •Assist the Research team in transferring and accelerating new LNP composition formulations into CMC development •Conduct small-scale multi-component LNP formulating experiments to support the developability assessment of new LNP formulations •Contribute to the compilation of Developability packages for new LNP formulations •Assist in developing initial formulation processes for new LNP formulations. •Perform in-process drug product characterization under supervision. •Perform routine and some complex analytical methods to characterize new formulations and support troubleshooting as needed. •Support coordination with the Analytical Sciences department on LNP characterization analysis. Qualifications: •Bachelor's degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline. •Minimum of 2 years of experience in formulation, process development, or laboratory research (internship or academic laboratory experience will be considered). •Master's degree in a relevant scientific discipline. •Prior professional experience in formulation and/or process development in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment. •Operational familiarity with LNP production processes or analytical characterization techniques. •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. •Work at the forefront of AI-driven research, smart manufacturing, and groundbreaking mRNA platforms that are redefining the future of immunology. Compensation: •$75,000 - $108,333 / year Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!