Senior Scientist, Retinal Degeneration @ Sanofi
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Position Overview
Sanofi is seeking a highly motivated translational scientist to spearhead preclinical drug discovery programs for blinding retinal diseases including age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma. As a Senior Scientist in the Retinal Degeneration group within Ophthalmology Research, you will use innovative experimental approaches and advanced disease models to validate therapeutic strategies and discover promising drug candidates.
The successful candidate will work collaboratively in matrixed, cross-functional teams to generate high-quality data packages to nominate and advance therapeutic candidates toward clinical development.
Main Responsibilities
- Design and execute in vitro and in vivo mechanism-of-action studies.
- Lead research projects in a matrixed team environment.
- Develop assays and collaborate cross-functionally to screen preclinical candidates.
- Conduct pharmacology and efficacy studies with diverse models.
- Prepare documentation to support project milestones, publications, and regulatory filings.
About You
Required: Ph.D. or equivalent in molecular biology, cellular biology or related discipline with at least 3 years of research experience in a biopharmaceutical or academic setting. Experience in ophthalmology research including retinal disease, age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma is essential.
Preferred: Experience in drug development, in vivo pharmacology, cell-based and animal models, regulatory documentation, and data analysis using computational approaches (R, Python).
Skills and Competencies
- Strong independent and team working abilities.
- Excellent critical thinking and problem solving.
- Exceptional communication and organizational skills.
- Attention to detail and strong lab notebook practices.
Benefits and Culture
Join a global biopharmaceutical company committed to transforming scientific innovation into healthcare solutions. Enjoy growth opportunities, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, diverse environment that values your contributions.
Key skills/competency
- Translational Research
- Ophthalmology
- Preclinical Drug Discovery
- Assay Development
- In Vitro Studies
- In Vivo Studies
- Data Analysis
- Regulatory Documentation
- Cross-functional Collaboration
- Project Leadership
How to Get Hired at Sanofi
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Customize your resume: Align experience with retinal drug discovery.
- Highlight regulatory skills: Emphasize IND/CTA support experience.
- Show collaboration: Detail successes in cross-functional teams.
- Prepare for technical questions: Review in vitro/in vivo study methods.