Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Sanofi
Job overview
The Scientist I (contract) role at Sanofi involves performing molecular biology tasks to support recombinant virus bank generation, contributing to lab operations and ensuring compliance during a 12-month contract.
Responsibilities and impact
The candidate will conduct molecular biology experiments such as PCR, cloning, DNA sequencing, maintain records, communicate results, organize lab resources, write protocols, and support tech transfer and manufacturing as a molecular biology SME.
Compensation and benefits
The pay range is $43.00 to $56.00 per hour for a 12-month contract with a 1st shift schedule from 8:30am to 5:30pm EST, located onsite in Swiftwater, PA. No additional benefits are specified.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a BS/MS in relevant fields with 0-1 years experience, hands-on molecular biology skills including mutagenesis and cloning, familiarity with baculovirus systems, DNA analysis software, and strong communication and organizational skills.
Company information
Sanofi is a global healthcare company with a contingent workforce program FLEXT Direct, offering contract roles in scientific research.
Team overview
The role is within the Recombinant Working Virus Banks Generation Group, focusing on molecular biology tasks related to virus bank generation.
Job location and travel
The position is onsite in Swiftwater, PA, working the 1st shift from 8:30am to 5:30pm EST.
Unique job features
This contract role offers experience in advanced molecular biology techniques and involvement in tech transfer and manufacturing support as a subject matter expert.
Company overview
Sanofi is a global healthcare leader focused on researching, developing, and distributing therapeutic solutions. They generate revenue through the sale of prescription medicines, vaccines, and over-the-counter health products. Founded in 1973, Sanofi has a rich history of mergers and acquisitions, including the notable merger with Aventis in 2004, which significantly expanded its product portfolio and market reach. The company is headquartered in Paris, France, and operates in over 100 countries, emphasizing innovation in areas such as oncology, immunology, and rare diseases.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight hands-on molecular biology skills such as primer design, PCR amplification, cloning, and DNA sequencing, emphasizing experience with site-directed mutagenesis and Gibson assembly.
Focus on showcasing your familiarity with baculovirus DNA purification, insect cell culture, and RT-PCR/qPCR experiment design, as these are key to the Scientist I role at Sanofi.
Apply through multiple platforms including Sanofi’s corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and relevant job boards to maximize your chances of visibility for this contract position.
Connect on LinkedIn with current Sanofi employees in the Recombinant Working Virus Banks Generation Group or related molecular biology teams; start conversations with ice breakers like asking about recent projects in baculovirus protein expression or commenting on Sanofi’s innovations in molecular biology.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'molecular biology,' 'site-directed mutagenesis,' 'Gibson assembly,' 'baculovirus,' 'PCR,' and 'DNA sequencing' to ensure it passes automated screening effectively.
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