2027 Spring Co-op Virology Platform Global Antigen Design, Waltham, MA

Sanofi; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanofi in Waltham, MA is seeking a Spring Co-op for the Virology Platform, Global Antigen Design. You will contribute to vaccine candidate characterization and collaborate with experts on a range of molecular techniques, cell culture, and virology assays.

The role offers hands-on learning, mentorship from experienced scientists, and exposure to IND-enabling activities across influenza, RSV, and other respiratory pathogens.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing Master's or PhD in life sciences with plan to graduate by Spring 2029.
• Must be permanently authorized to work in the U.S. and not require sponsorship at time of application.

Responsibilities

• Perform specific laboratory research tasks under supervision with high productivity and quality data.
• Learn virology and vaccinology by reading literature and interacting with supervisor and team.
• Maintain and update experiment notebooks per QA requirements.
• Assist in lab and equipment maintenance and restocking of supplies.
• Attend group meetings and present data.

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Teamwork

Laboratory Skills

Education

Master's or PhD in life sciences

Job description

Position Details

Job Title: 2027 Spring Co-op Virology Platform Global Antigen Design

Grade: Co-op

Location: Waltham, MA

Duration: 6 months

About the Job

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.

We are seeking a highly motivated Spring Co-op to join our Virology Platform, Global Antigen Design team. The Virology Group within the Global Antigen Design (GAD) Department contributes to the development of vaccine candidates from early prototype optimization to IND-enabling activities.

As a Co-op in our Virology platform, you will contribute toward the development of innovative next generation vaccines targeting respiratory pathogens (which may include seasonal influenza, pandemic influenza, RSV, hMPV and/or COVID). Your primary focus will be on vaccine candidate characterization, and you will work closely with our team of experts to advance Sanofi’s mission to protect and improve human health worldwide. The candidate will learn and apply various virological, immunological and molecular techniques including cell culture, virus propagation, infectious titer assays, virus neutralization assays, RT-PCR, and sequencing of viral genomes.

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

• Complete specific laboratory research tasks under supervision and demonstrate high productivity and consistency, with high-quality data.
• Learn about the fields of virology and vaccinology by reading scientific literature and interacting with supervisor and team.
• Maintain and update experiment notebooks according to QA requirements.
• Participate in lab and equipment maintenance, and re-stocking lab supplies.
• Attend group meetings and presents data.

Basic Qualifications

• Currently pursuing Master's or PhD degree in life sciences with plans to graduate by Spring 2029 (Virology, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology).
• 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 Internal 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 to Friday for the full duration of the co‑op/internship.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferably some R&D experience from lab courses or other experiences in molecular cloning, molecular cell culture, mammalian cell culture, aseptic technique, aseptic techniques, biosafety cabinet operations, lab documentation, molecular biology/biochemistry foundation, or lab automated systems.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office including Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Good interpersonal skills, communication, and ability to work independently and on a team, under supervision.
• Able to perform experiments from verbal or written instructions, while learning and applying new concepts and research procedures.

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.

Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people - people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people.

Sanofi US endeavours to make our career center accessible to any and all users.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $35.00 -$60.00 hourly. All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers committed to a culturally inclusive workforce. 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.

Additional Company Overview

We are a R&D driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and creating compelling growth. Our team is guided by one purpose: we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We want to build a healthier, more resilient world, and turn the impossible into the possible by discovering, developing, and delivering medicines and vaccines for millions of people around the world. 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.