2027 Spring Co-op Laboratory Automation Engineer Process Chemistry Lab, Cambridge, MA

Sanofi; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanofi is seeking a Spring Co-op Laboratory Automation Engineer in Cambridge, MA, to join the R&D CMC Synthetic lab automation team. You will design and optimize automated workflows, write scripts, and integrate instruments to advance pharmaceutical process development.

The role offers mentoring, hands-on project work, and the chance to impact global healthcare while developing skills in robotics, data management, and collaboration with scientists and engineers.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical & Biomedical), Computer Science, or related field.
• Willingness to relocate to Cambridge, MA and work 40 hours/week during co‑op.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for this period.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain automated laboratory workflows using robotics platforms and integrated instruments.
• Configure and optimize automated systems to meet experimental requirements.
• Write, test, and debug scripts for laboratory automation systems using Python, LabVIEW, or other automation software.
• Develop interfaces between laboratory instruments and data management systems.
• Connect and integrate various analytical instruments with laboratory automation platforms.
• Ensure seamless data transfer between automated systems and Sanofi's data management infrastructure.
• Analyze existing manual laboratory processes and identify opportunities for automation.
• Collaborate with scientists to translate manual procedures into automated protocols.

Skills

Python

LabVIEW

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Master's or PhD in Engineering/CS

Tools

Robotics platforms

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Job Title: 2027 Spring Co-op Laboratory Automation Engineer Process Chemistry Lab Grade: Co-op Location: Cambridge, MA Duration: 6 months (January-June)

Looking to launch your career at the cutting edge of healthcare? Join Sanofi for a chance to develop with mentoring and guidance from inspirational leaders while helping to make an impact on the lives of countless people worldwide. As Spring Co-op in our Laboratory Automation Engineer team. We are seeking a highly motivated individual to join our laboratory automation team. As a co‑op in lab automation engineering, you will play a key role in advancing our automated laboratory systems within Sanofi's R&D CMC Synthetic organization. This position is located in Cambridge MA and will collaborate closely with colleagues to implement and optimize automated laboratory workflows. We believe that lab automation is crucial for the future of process development in Pharma. By joining our team, you will be at the forefront of this transformation, using your technical skills to enhance laboratory efficiency and data quality. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting‑edge laboratory automation in a scientific department developing the next generation of Sanofi medicines that will improve the quality of life for patients across the world. Ready to grow your skills while helping shape the future of healthcare? At Sanofi, you’ll be empowered to Early Careers learn, ask questions, and bring your ideas to life – all while supported by inspiring mentors and collaborative teams.

Main Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain automated laboratory workflows using robotics platforms and integrated instruments.
• Configure and optimize automated systems to meet experimental requirements.
• Write, test, and debug scripts for laboratory automation systems using languages such as Python, LabVIEW, or other automation software.
• Develop interfaces between laboratory instruments and data management systems.
• Connect and integrate various analytical instruments with laboratory automation platforms.
• Ensure seamless data transfer between automated systems and Sanofi's data management infrastructure.
• Analyze existing manual laboratory processes and identify opportunities for automation.
• Collaborate with scientists to translate manual procedures into automated protocols.

About You

Basic Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Master's or PhD in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical & Biomedical), Computer Science, or related technical field.
• Must be permanently authorized to work in the U.S. and not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future.
• Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually require future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long‑term status that does not require company sponsorship.
• Must be enrolled in an accredited college or university throughout the duration of the co‑op/internship.
• Must be able to relocate to the office location and work 40hrs/week, Monday-Friday, for the full duration of the co‑op/internship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Software programming experience with Python, C#, or other languages is a plus.
• Basic understanding of laboratory equipment and analytical instruments.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with scientists and engineers.

Why Choose Us

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

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $45-57 hourly. All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience.

About Sanofi

Sanofi US endeavours to make our career center accessible to any and all users. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law.

We are 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.

Discover more about us visiting www.sanofi.com or via our movie We are Sanofi Start a career that makes a difference. Reinvention is in our DNA. It’s what drove our evolution from a small French enterprise to one of the world’s leading biopharma companies. Whether it’s using AI to shorten drug‑discovery times or building trust in healthcare, you could be helping our teams make life better for patients, partners, and communities. This is where you grow your career. We open the door for you to explore new opportunities, push your limits, and connect with people who are driven by a shared purpose: we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives.