Industrial Hygiene and Biosafety Technician - VIE Contract

Sanofi; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharma company in Toronto is seeking an Industrial Hygiene and Biosafety Technician for a VIE contract. The role involves assisting with technical and administrative activities in the health, safety, and environment program. Candidates should have a degree in biological sciences and be proficient in English. This position offers a unique opportunity for international experience and professional growth.

Benefits

Access to apprenticeships and internships

Personalized development plans

Thrive in inclusive workplaces

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge in biosafety and industrial hygiene principles.
• Experience in laboratory practices and equipment.
• Willingness to visit laboratory and manufacturing settings containing chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Assist with technical and administrative activities in the biosafety program.
• Support biosafety and industrial hygiene inspections.
• Coordinate annual biological inventory updates and risk assessments.

Skills

Knowledge of scientific procedures

Proficiency with digital tools

Strong analytical skills

Strong verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in biological sciences, engineering, or related degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Industrial Hygiene and Biosafety Technician - VIE Contract

• Location: Canada, Toronto
• Start date: Q1 2026

iMove, the Sanofi VIE Program, is available to citizens of the European Economic Area (EU + Norway, Liechtenstein and Iceland) aged between 18 and 28.

PLEASE NOTE that since this program is primarily an international development program, candidates cannot apply to a VIE assignment in their own country of citizenship.

PLEASE NOTE that applications that are only submitted in French cannot be considered by our non-French speaking partners at Sanofi worldwide. Therefore, only applications that are submitted in English will be considered. Please apply with your personal email address.

About the job

The Industrial Hygiene and Biosafety Technician VIE works within the Industrial Hygiene (IH) and Biosafety team, part of the Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) organization at Sanofi Toronto. The role is responsible for assisting the Industrial Hygiene and Biosafety Head with technical and administrative activities, contributing to the site HSE programs with related risk assessments, inspections, tracking, event investigation, training and procedures improvement and implementation, as well as continuous improvement initiatives.

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.

Main responsibilities

• Assist the biosafety officer (BSO) with updating and revising standard operating protocols and procedures (SOPs) to incorporate precautions, instructions, and critical controls.
• Coordinate annual biological inventory updates and support with biological risk assessments.
• Update of biosafety and IH Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Assist with conducting Biosafety and Industrial Hygiene inspections in Laboratory and Manufacturing areas.
• Assist with overall administration of the biosafety and IH programs as requested by the direct manager.
• Assist with resolving biosafety and biocontainment issues in Laboratories/Manufacturing areas where biological materials are used.
• Assist with investigations of events with biosafety and/or IH impact.
• Attend the Biosafety and Industrial Hygiene Committee to assist with administrative duties
• Assist with Industrial Hygiene qualitative and quantitative assessments, including chemical and noise.
• Assist with other Industrial Hygiene matters as needed (topics can vary from hazardous building materials management, ergonomics, personal protective equipment, occupational hygiene exposure, occupational health program).

About you

Experience:

• Knowledge of scientific procedures, laboratory practices and equipment.
• Basic knowledge and training in biosafety principles and practices.
• Basic knowledge in industrial hygiene principles.

Soft and technical skills:

• Proficiency with digital tools and Microsoft Office.
• Strong verbal, written, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills.
• Willing to visit laboratory and manufacturing settings containing chemicals and biohazardous materials (no handling).
• Willing to enroll in the site immunization program to access biocontainment zones (TDaP and Influenza).

Education:

• Degree in biological sciences, engineering, or a related degree.

Languages:

• Fluent English.

Why choose us?

• 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.
• Explore more with personalized development plans, short-term gigs, and internal mobility across functions and countries.
• Grow in a purpose-driven company where your voice matters and your work helps improve millions of lives.
• Thrive in inclusive, flexible workplaces that support your personal and professional well-being.
• Launch your career with a company that invests in you — and empowers you to reimagine what’s possible.

iMove is a unique program tailored for European youth interested in challenging themselves with meaningful assignments across the globe. At Sanofi we have a strong ambition to invest in young talents who will drive the success of Sanofi tomorrow.

Sanofi’s Work Abroad Program, iMove, offers jobs and assignments with actual responsibilities and a perspective to grow. We provide those opportunities in various functions such as marketing, finance, regulatory, supply chain, clinical trials, production, etc., and in more than 40 countries. Sanofi unites people who are passionate about solving healthcare needs across the world. Joining our iMove Work Abroad Program is a unique opportunity to make a difference through your work.

EEO and diversity

Sanofi provides equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity. Watch our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at Sanofi.

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