2027 Summer Co-op Process Chemistry, Cambridge, MA

Sanofi; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 92,000; Part time

Job summary

Sanofi in Cambridge, MA seeks a Summer Co-op in Process Chemistry to join the CMC Synthetics organization. You will design and optimize synthetic routes for drug substances in clinical development, apply green chemistry principles, and collaborate with mentors to deliver scalable manufacturing processes.

You will gain hands-on experience with analytical techniques like NMR and LCMS, and work with tools across photochemistry, flow chemistry, electrochemistry, and AI/ML-based predictive methods

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a doctoral degree in Chemistry or a related field.
• Must be permanently authorized to work in the U.S. and not require sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.
• 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: Chemistry coursework and lab coursework completed.
• Experience in the use of various analytical instruments (e.g., NMR, LCMS) to interpret analytical data and fully characterize novel organic compounds.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design and optimization of novel and efficient synthetic pathways for drug substances undergoing clinical development to demonstrate synthetic viability.
• Use all imaginable chemistry tools and methods to develop and optimize commercial process for selected drug substance route (photochemistry, biocatalysis, flow chemistry, electrochemistry, on-line analysis/PAT, high-throughput experimentation, structural analysis, computational chemistry, AI/ML and predictive tools, etc.).
• Design, plan and execute experimental plans to optimize reaction, purification and isolation unit operations, guided by technical risk assessments, to deliver safe, efficient, robust and scalable drug substance manufacturing processes that perform reliably at intended scale in batch or continuous format.
• Learn to apply green chemistry principles to our R&D programs to develop sustainable manufacturing routes.
• Develop/apply analytical techniques for structural characterization and interpretation (NMR and LCMS).
• Perform data analysis such as interpreting experimental results and designing next steps in collaboration with multiple mentors.
• Maintain electronic laboratory notebooks according to SOP, provide detailed experimental procedures of laboratory work.
• Communicate and interact with other staff/team members in a professional and courteous manner.
• Operate in the lab in a safe and efficient manner according to HSE guidelines and adhere to all mandatory company compliance requirements.

Education

Doctoral degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

NMR

LCMS

Job description

Job Title: 2027 Summer Co-op Process Chemistry Grade: Co-op Location: Cambridge, 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 Summer Co-op to join our Process Chemistry team. The Process Chemistry team, part of Sanofi's CMC Synthetics organization, is responsible for putting in place the synthetic route, optimization and process design for the commercial manufacturing processes for drug substances undergoing clinical development. Our team strongly believes that innovation is an important driver to reach success. We focus a large part of our activity on developing new synthetic routes, new concepts, and technologies to provide drug substances in a more efficient, more affordable, environmentally benign and intrinsically safe way. 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

• Contribute to the design and optimization of novel and efficient synthetic pathways for drug substances undergoing clinical development to demonstrate synthetic viability
• Use all imaginable chemistry tools and methods to develop and optimize commercial process for selected drug substance route (photochemistry, biocatalysis, flow chemistry, electrochemistry, on-line analysis/PAT, high-throughput experimentation, structural analysis, computational chemistry, AI/ML and predictive tools, etc.)
• Design, plan and execute experimental plans to optimize reaction, purification and isolation unit operations, guided by technical risk assessments, to deliver safe, efficient, robust and scalable drug substance manufacturing processes that perform reliably at intended scale in batch or continuous format
• Learn to apply green chemistry principles to our R&D programs to develop sustainable manufacturing routes
• Develop/apply analytical techniques for structural characterization and interpretation (NMR and LCMS)
• Perform data analysis such as interpreting experimental results and designing next steps in collaboration with multiple mentors
• Maintain electronic laboratory notebooks according to SOP, provide detailed experimental procedures of laboratory work
• Communicate and interact with other staff/team members in a professional and courteous manner
• Operate in the lab in a safe and efficient manner according to HSE guidelines and adhere to all mandatory company compliance requirements

About you

• Basic Qualifications: Currently enrolled in a doctoral degree in Chemistry or a related 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 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: Chemistry coursework and lab coursework completed.
• Experience in the use of various analytical instruments (e.g., NMR, LCMS) to interpret analytical data and fully characterize novel organic compounds.

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 rate for this position is $57 USD hourly. All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience.

Equal Opportunity Statement

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only 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.

About Sanofi (Company culture and mission)

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.