Research Associate, Biomarkers & Clinical Bioanalysis- Framingham/MA

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a research associate to join Biomarkers & Clinical Bioanalysis (BCB), a global department within the Translational Medicine and Early Development unit of Sanofi. The individual in this position should have experience in clinical mass spectrometry and strong attention to details. This position will work as part of a team to perform clinical biomarker analysis in a GCLP setting.

What makes this position unique?

The Biomarkers & Clinical Bioanalysis (BCB) global department plays a key role in translational studies and clinical development, and bridges new drug R&D in pre-clinical and clinical stages. The growing need for translational studies makes BCB highly visible and members are key contributors to product development. The individual in this position will have the opportunity to participate in a fast-paced clinical testing environment and contribute key data to support ongoing drug development at Sanofi.

Benefits of working in this role

·  BCB department provides the opportunity to work on cutting edge science and techniques.
·  Exposure to a diverse set of development activities across all therapeutic areas
·  Career development opportunities are available within BCB and other Sanofi units.

Location information

·  The position will be located in Framingham, MA (Boston area) but candidates must be willing to relocate to Cambridge, MA.

Responsibilities will include:

·  Perform clinical sample analysis following standard operating procedures using validated or qualified LC/MS/MS methods
·  Operate and maintain mass spectrometer instruments, including use of instrument software Analyst and/or Masslynx
·  Use Watson LIMS to set up and analyze runs

Basic Qualifications

·  Bachelor's degree (preferred) in Chemistry, Biotechnology, Medical Technology or relevant laboratory science with 2 to 5 years work experience in bioanalysis using LC/MS/MS in a GLP or GCLP laboratory environment.
·  Experience in basic LC/MS/MS instrument operation

Preferred Qualifications

·  Strong attention to detail
·  Experience with Watson LIMS and clinical data reporting
·  Excellent organizational and documentation skills.

Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse 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.

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