Scientist (Post-Doc)

Job description

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

- Lead research efforts in Sanofi's Immuno-Oncology Therapeutic Area to understand NK cell regulatory pathways in cancer.

- Establish an in vitro relevant model to serve as a platform to discover and characterize key regulators of NK cell immune functions and anti-tumor activity.

- Implement multiple state-of-the-art techniques in molecular and cellular biology and design and execute targeted and genome-wide screens to study NK cell biology (CRISPR screens, functional antibodies, etc.).

- Maintain a working knowledge of current experimental techniques and literature in the field of NK cell biology and NK cell gene editing tools.

- Analyze, interpret, and present experimental results at lab meetings and share scientific results with our multi-disciplinary research group.

- Publish/present findings in peer-reviewed journals/scientific conferences.

- Work well with colleagues in a matrixed, fast-paced pharmaceutical research environment.

- Maintain accurate records of experiments and analyses.

- Maintain lucid and effective communication with manager and other colleagues

Basic Qualifications:

- PhD in Immunology or Immuno-Oncology with publications in internationally recognized journals in the area of NK cell biology. Expertise in NK cell biology, characterization and functional manipulation.

- Experience in cell culture, cell based assays, co-culture systems, multicolor flow cytometry and FACS

- Excellent English speaking, reading and writing skills

- Strong analytical and organizational skills

- Curiosity and a willingness to work independently and in collaboration with internal and external partners.

- Excellent teamwork skills and flexibility

Preferred Qualifications:

- Expertise in gene editing.

- Expertise in CRISPR and functional screens implementation and analysis.

- A first experience as a post-doc in IO and/or NK cell biology is a plus (0-2 years of prior postdoctoral training).

- Basic French speaking skills are preferred but not mandatory.

At Sanofi diversity and inclusion is foundational to how we operate and embedded in our Core Values. We recognize to truly tap into the richness diversity brings we must lead with inclusion and have a workplace where those differences can thrive and be leveraged to empower the lives of our colleagues, patients and customers. We respect and celebrate the diversity of our people, their backgrounds and experiences and provide equal opportunity for all.

As part of its diversity commitment, Sanofi is welcoming and integrating people with disabilities.