Job Description

Title: Scientist IV

Pay range: $62.00 $113.00

Work Schedule: 1st shift 8am-4pm Mon-Fri EST

Location: Cambridge, MA

Contract Length: 12 months

Sanofi’s contingent workforce program, FLEXT Direct, is seeking a Scientist IV for a 12- month contract.

Description

We are looking for a highly motivated and innovative scientist to join the Target, Disease & Systems Biology (TDSB) department at Sanofi as a Scientist. In this role, you will collaborate with the Pre-clinical Omics research team to investigate disease biology, uncover novel pathways and mechanisms, and identify strategies to address unmet medical needs across a range of therapeutic areas.

This position offers the opportunity to apply cutting-edge molecular biology and spatial technologies to advance our therapeutic discovery efforts. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in bulk RNA-seq, single-cell/single-nucleus RNA-seq (sc/snRNA-seq), spatial transcriptomics, and spatial proteomics to support a broad scope of research initiatives.

We are seeking someone who can lead and execute scientific research, analyze and present complex data, and communicate effectively with both expert and non-expert audiences. Strong organizational skills—including meticulous record keeping, planning and scheduling, and maintaining laboratory equipment—are essential. The successful candidate will be curious, bold, and creative in exploring new scientific directions and proposing innovative experimental approaches.

🔑 Key Responsibilities

• Experimental Design & Execution
• Design and perform experiments using:
• Bulk RNA-seq
• Single-cell/single-nucleus RNA-seq (sc/snRNA-seq)
• Next-Generation Sequencing (NGS)
• Spatial assays (e.g., GeoMx, Visium, Xenium, Phenocycler-Fusion)
• Work with human and non-human biological samples.
• Optimize and troubleshoot protocols for molecular and spatial assays.
• Data Analysis & Interpretation
• Collaborate with bioinformatics teams to analyze high-dimensional omics data.
• Interpret results to support therapeutic target identification and validation.
• Technology Development & Innovation
• Evaluate and implement emerging molecular biology and spatial technologies.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of novel workflows and experimental platforms.
• Cross-functional Collaboration
• Work closely with scientists across biology, chemistry, and computational disciplines.
• Present research findings in internal meetings and contribute to strategic discussions.
• Documentation & Reporting
• Maintain accurate and detailed experimental records in lab notebooks or electronic systems.
• Prepare clear technical reports and presentations for internal and cross-functional use.
  
  

Qualifications

Master’s degree or Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, Genomics, or a related field.

3–5 years of relevant experience in academia or industry, with demonstrated expertise in transcriptomics and spatial biology.

Required Qualifications

scRNA-seq and snRNA-seq

Bulk RNA-seq

Next-Gen Sequencing (NGS)

Preferred Qualifications

Spatial transcriptomics platforms (e.g., 10x Genomics Visium and/or Xenium, NanoString GeoMx).

Spatial proteomics technologies (e.g., Akoya CODEX/Phenocycler-Fusion)

Proficiency in tissue handling, imaging, and histological techniques.

Familiarity with bioinformatics tools and pipelines for omics data analysis.

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Excellent communication and organizational skills.