Senior Lab Support Technician - Vaccines

Sanofi US; Toronto; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare company in Toronto is seeking a dedicated Senior Lab Support Technician. The role requires ensuring cleanliness and sterility of laboratory equipment. Candidates should have a college diploma in a science-related field and relevant work experience. Strong communication and microbiology knowledge are essential. Join a supportive team and contribute to advancing scientific research.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Fluency in English (oral and written).
• Strong stress management and initiative.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, assemble, and ship production equipment according to SOPs.
• Inspect raw materials and pre-assembled parts for suitability.
• Complete all GMP documentation accurately.

Skills

Knowledge of basic microbiology

Proficiency in communication and interpersonal skills

Computer skills including SAP

Education

2 years College Diploma in a science-related field

3 years College Diploma in Chemical Laboratory Technology

Job description

R2829471 Senior Lab Support Technician- Vaccines
Duration: Fixed Term Contract End Date: July 2026
Location: Toronto, Ontario

About the Job

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Sr. Lab Support Technician to join our DTPPD Media Washing & Sterilizing team at Sanofi on a contract basis. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the cleanliness and sterility of laboratory equipment and media, playing a crucial part in our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of laboratory operations. If you have a strong background in lab support and a keen eye for detail, we invite you to apply and contribute to our mission of advancing scientific research and development.

We are an innovative global healthcare company that helps the world stay ahead of infectious diseases by delivering more than 500 million vaccine doses a year. Across different countries, our talented teams are exploring new technologies to protect people and promote healthy communities. We chase the miracles of science every single day, pursuing progress to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world.

Main Responsibilities

• Prepare, assemble, and ship production equipment according to departmental SOPs for bacterial vaccine customers.
• Inspect raw materials, pre-assembled parts, and washed reusable items for damage and suitability for use in various production areas, including CP89, CP90, Media Diphtheria, Tetanus, Purification, Final Adsorption, and Fermentation.
• Complete all GMP documentation accurately and concurrently, such as Can/Tank Processing Records (CPRs/TPRs), Sterilization Records, and Logbooks, ensuring specific load configurations are followed.
• Operate various Washing & Sterilizing (W&S) equipment like the automatic tank wash station, boiling sink, ultrasonic bath, and Lancer bottle washers, ensuring printers have paper and chart recorders are ready, and confirming levels of CIPI 00 and CIP200.
• Perform periodic maintenance checks, including the Bowie-Dick test and leak test for area autoclaves.
• Maintain production areas in a tidy and compliant state, following 5S guidelines and properly discarding glassware, waste from Decon autoclaves, Nalgenes, glassware, and tanks as per discard material guidelines.
• Perform daily disinfection and WFI lines replacement as per SOPs, administer data information for W&S production, and conduct viable and non-viable environmental monitoring as per SOP.

About You

Minimum requirements

• 2 years College Diploma in a science-related field.
• 1 year of relevant work experience.

Preferred requirements

• 3 years College Diploma in Chemical Laboratory Technology, Pharmaceuticals, Industrial Pharmaceuticals, or Sterile Supply Processing.
• 6 months of relevant work experience.

Skills

• Knowledge of basic microbiology, chemistry, mathematics, and cGMP.
• Proficiency in communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in oral, written, and reading English.
• Competency in computer skills, including SAP, and strong stress management and initiative.

Hours Of Work

• Inclusive from Monday to Friday: 6:30 am - 2:30 pm (Day)

• Inclusive from Monday to Friday: 1:45 pm - 9:45 pm (Afternoon)

This is subject to change at any time, and it should not be construed as limiting the right of the company to make such change to meet the requirements of the operation.

Why Choose Us?

Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.

Mandatory Application Requirement

Your Workday application form must be complete, and a copy of your resume MUST be attached in the Workday application form, at the time you submit your Workday application, otherwise your application will not be considered for this position.

This position is for a current vacant role that we are actively hiring for.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sanofi is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity.

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