Industrial Placement Clinical Project Assistant (CPA)

Sanofi; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

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Job summary

Sanofi is offering an Industrial Placement CPA in Reading, UK, for 13 months starting 15 July 2027. Hybrid work (3 days per week) with exposure to clinical studies setup and management within the CSU. You will gain experience across feasibility studies, SOPs, and cross-functional collaboration to support trials in the UK.

You will work with Medical Advisors, Site Partnership Managers and the Innovation Lead, visiting departments to broaden your understanding of Sanofi and healthcare R&D.

Qualifications

• Currently in 2nd or 3rd year of a Biomedical Sciences-related degree.
• Strong IT skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and email.
• Ability to plan, prioritise and drive results with emphasis on quality and confidentiality.
• Proactive, customer-focused and able to work independently and in a team.
• Willingness to learn SOPs and quality control processes.
• Flexible to adapt to changing priorities and environments.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Medical Advisors and Site Partnership Managers on feasibility studies in the UK and Ireland; coordinate responses.
• Support the local Innovation Lead on digital innovation initiatives.
• Assist with production and maintenance of confidentiality agreements with hospital trusts.
• Design newsletters and communication tools for internal and external use.
• Prepare annual and safety reports for ethics committee submission.
• Undertake a dedicated project with medical advisors focusing on diversity and inclusion in clinical trials.

Skills

IT proficiency

Planning & prioritisation

Teamwork & collaboration

SOPs & quality control

Adaptability

GCP knowledge (adv)

Education

Biomedical Sciences (2nd/3rd year)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

About The Job

As an Industrial Placement Clinical Project Assistant (CPA), you will be part of the Clinical Studies Unit (CSU) at Sanofi. Our unit is responsible for setting up and managing most of the clinical trials conducted by Sanofi in the UK. Your role will primarily focus on providing administrative support to the unit.

• Location: Reading, UK
• Start date: 15 July 2027
• Duration: 13 Months (4 August 2028)
• Working Model: Hybrid - 3 days per week

About The Job

As an Industrial Placement Clinical Project Assistant (CPA), you will be part of the Clinical Studies Unit (CSU) at Sanofi. Our unit is responsible for setting up and managing most of the clinical trials conducted by Sanofi in the UK. Your role will primarily focus on providing administrative support to the unit.

You will develop an understanding of the clinical trial process from feasibility through to study close out, working with the CSU Medical Advisors, our Site Partnership Managers and cluster Innovation Lead as well as the clinical study teams. Additionally, you will have opportunities to visit different departments within Sanofi to gain a broader perspective of the company.

Ready to grow your skills while helping shape the future of healthcare? At Sanofi, you'll be empowered to learn, ask questions, and bring your ideas to life - all while supported by inspiring mentors and collaborative teams.

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

• Collaborate with the Cluster Medical Advisor and Site Partnership Menagers on feasibility studies in the UK and Ireland, supporting the feasibility process and coordinating responses.
• Work closely with the local Innovation Lead to support digital innovation initiatives.
• Assist with the production and maintenance of confidentiality agreements with hospital trusts.
• Design newsletters and other communication tools to support internal and external communications.
• Prepare annual and safety reports for submission to ethics committees.
• Undertake a dedicated project alongside the medical advisors - this year's focus is on diversity and inclusion in clinical trials.

About You

• Currently in your 2nd or 3rd year of a degree in Biomedical Sciences or a related field.
• Strong IT skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and email.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and drive results with a strong focus on quality and confidentiality.
• Proactive, customer-focused, and able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Willingness to learn and apply Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and quality control processes.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work environments.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and clinical trial regulations is advantageous but not essential (training provided).

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.
• 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.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised closing date should we receive a sufficient number of applications.