Job Description
Job Title: Winter, Spring 2026 Co-op-Intern- Structural Biology and Biophysics Location: Cambridge, MA
About the Job Are you ready to shape the future of medicine? The race is on to speed up drug discovery and development to find answers for patients and their families. Your skills could be critical in helping our teams accelerate progress.
Join Sanofi’s innovative team and contribute to cutting-edge drug discovery research. We are looking for a motivated Co-op student to join our Structural Biology and Biophysics group. The role involves using Cryo-Electron Microscopy (CryoEM) and X-ray Crystallography and biolphysical methods like SPR to study protein complex structures and assist ongoing drug discovery projects.
We are an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We’re also a company where you can flourish and grow your career, with countless opportunities to explore, make connections with people, and stretch the limits of what you thought was possible. Ready to get started?
Main Responsibilities: Candidate will learn to: - Prepare protein samples and perform structural analysis using CryoEM and X-ray Crystallography
- Analyze and interpret data to support the development of novel drug candidates through biophysical techniques like SPR, DSF MST etc.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to contribute to project design and experimental planning.
- Document experimental results and present findings to the team.
- Participate in lab meetings and contribute to the advancement of ongoing research projects.
About You Must be permanently authorized to work in the U.S. and not require sponsorship of an employment visa (e.g., H-1B or green card) at the time of application or in the future. Students currently on CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT usually require future sponsorship for long term employment and do not meet the requirements for this program unless eligible for an alternative long-term status that does not require company sponsorship Basic Qualifications: - Currently enrolled and pursuing a bachelor’s, master, or PhD. in Structural Biology, Biochemistry, Biophysics, or related field with the expectation that you will complete your current degree by the Spring 2027.
- Must be able to relocate to the office location and work 40hrs/week, Monday-Friday, for the full duration of the co-op/internship
Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with protein biochemistry is a plus.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
What We Offer: - Hands-on Experience: Work directly with state-of-the-art technologies and gain valuable experience in CryoEM, X-ray Crystallography, SPR, MST, DSF, ITC.
- Mentorship: Learn from experienced scientists and gain insights into the drug discovery process.
- Career Growth: Develop your skills in a dynamic, collaborative environment with opportunities to network and build connections within the industry.
- Impactful Work: Contribute to projects that directly support the development of innovative therapies and improve patient lives.
Why Choose Us?- Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
- Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
- Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
- Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.
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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Permanent employment, Internship, Work at office, Relocation, H1b, Monday to Friday,