Neuroscience R&D Co‑op: Hands‑On Parkinson’s Research

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

Job summary

Sanofi in Cambridge, MA offers a Spring Co-op in the Neurology Therapeutic Area for hands-on wet-lab work focused on Parkinson's disease. You will support both in vitro and in vivo studies and gain exposure to the full drug development process under mentorship.

Responsibilities include mammalian cell culture (iPSC-derived neurons), assays (ELISA, MSD, RT-qPCR), and tissue collection in mouse studies, with meticulous record-keeping and collaboration across the team.

Qualifications

• Pursuing master's or PhD with expected graduation by fall 2028.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.
• Enrolled in accredited college/university during co-op/internship.
• Willing to relocate to Cambridge office and work 40 hrs/week.

Responsibilities

• Perform mammalian cell culture, including iPSC-derived neuron and glia culture.
• Execute standard molecular and biochemical assays (ELISA, MSD, immunoprecipitation, Western blot, RT-qPCR).
• Assist with in vivo mouse studies, including tissue collection and basic dosing procedures.
• Follow established protocols with precision and meticulous records.
• Collaborate with team members on individual and group projects.
• Contribute to experimental design discussions and data documentation.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

In vitro & in vivo studies

Lab techniques

Education

Master's or PhD in biomedical/life sciences

Tools

ELISA

MSD

Immunoprecipitation

Western blot

RT-qPCR

Job description

Sanofi in Cambridge, MA offers a Spring Co-op in the Neurology Therapeutic Area for hands-on wet-lab work focused on Parkinson's disease. You will support both in vitro and in vivo studies and gain exposure to the full drug development process under mentorship.

Responsibilities include mammalian cell culture (iPSC-derived neurons), assays (ELISA, MSD, RT-qPCR), and tissue collection in mouse studies, with meticulous record-keeping and collaboration across the team.