Technologist

Reference no. R2854340

Duration: Fixed Term Contract - 11 months (Day shift)

Location: Toronto, Ontario

About the Job

Join a global network that powers how Sanofi delivers — seamlessly, purposefully, and at scale. In Manufacturing & Supply, you’ll help reimagine how life-changing treatments reach people everywhere, faster. 

Join our dynamic Chemistry team at Sanofi as a Technologist on a contract role. As a key member, you'll be at the forefront of leveraging cutting-edge technologies to enhance our viral media strategies. Your role will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to innovate and optimize viral content dissemination, contributing to Sanofi's mission of improving global health outcomes. This exciting opportunity offers a platform to make a tangible impact in the intersection of technology and healthcare.

We are an innovative global healthcare company that helps the world stay ahead of infectious diseases by delivering more than 500 million vaccine doses a year. Across different countries, our talented teams are exploring new technologies to protect people and promote healthy communities. We chase the miracles of science every single day, pursuing progress to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world.

About Sanofi 

We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. 

Main Responsibilities:

Coordinates and performs routine standard testing.

• Responsible for coordinating and performing assigned routine immunochemical and instrumental assays within a team environment in accordance with existing

• SOPs (e.g. ELISAs, cell-based assays, SDS-PAGE/Densitometry, identity by Western Blot/Dot Blot/LC-MS/FTIR; HPLC, IC, GC, UV-VIS,TOC, Osmometry).

• Responsible for daily maintenance of test related equipment and system suitability, as required. Ensures that deaning procedures, calibration and or validation of equipment meets testing requirements, alerts others if issues arise.

• (ELISA plate washers/ readers, LC-MS and Chromatography systems, Densitometer, UV-VIS, FTIR, Biosafety cabinets, pipettes, balances, pH and Conductivity meters and weight sets.)

• Responsible for coordinating and performing routine in-house wet chemistry tests on in-process materials or final products (e.g. Nitrogen determination by micro-Kjeldahl, Aluminum by complexometric titration, identity by TLC)

• Perform wet chemistry/identity testing on Raw Materials according to in-house SOPs and Pharmacopoeias

• Assist with troubleshooting of invalid/unexpected results .

• Perform qualification of critical reagents according to SOPs, as required

• Responsible for test reagent maintenance, inventory and supply and to ensure reagent supplies are replenished in a timely manner to avoid testing delays.

Documentation Testing and Support Documents.

• Responsible for the timely and accurate completion and verification of test related documents to ensure on time delivery of test results. (e.g. data in LIMS, worksheets, log books, test requisitions, verification of calculations for accuracy, verification of entries and transcription of data, review of electronic data including audit trails, as applicable)

• Manage samples outsourced to approved contract labs including documentation preparation (Test Request and Shipping Form), review of test results (Certificates) from contract labs and transcription of results into LIMS or internal QC release documents, as required.

• Responsible for ensuring testing SOPs are accurate and reflect current testing procedures.

• Review existing SOPs & initiate revisions or writing of SOPs, responsible for ensuring SOP accuracy and timely updates, cascades changes to all staff affected by initiating SOP reviews.

• Contribute to protocols, reports and test summaries as required. (e.g. Qualification of critical reagents reagents, test transfers, test method validations).

Maintenance of Quality Systems including adherence to GXPs and safety guidelines.

• Ensures compliance is maintained in all daily activities by following SOPs (divisional, department & test), protocols and procedures as they apply. Reviews SOPs on an annual basis, documents training.

• Ensures that own training and qualification as per the qualification plan is current, with no overdue training.

• Responsible for identifying and notifying Manager of any laboratory non- conformances (deviations). Initiates LIRs and contributes to laboratory investigations and deviation reports as required, provides required documentation support to expedite closures of deviations. Participates in root cause analysis to identify appropriate corrective actions for CAPA and events.

• Act as change control initiator or leader as needed.

• Responsible for creating and reconciling controlled worksheets/supplements in a timely manner.

• Provides weekly testing information for general metrics to Manager.

General Maintenance of Work Area, Test Related Equipment, Chemicals, Reagents and Lab Supplies.

• Responsible for general maintenance of work area including cleaning of lab benches and all work surfaces, equipment maintenance and disposal of biohazardous waste and chemical waste.

• Responsible for performing and completing the assigned lab duties in a timely manner.

• Maintain general lab equipment (e.g. balances, fridges, freezers, water purification systems) and perform routine calibration checks, cleaning and preventative maintenance as required. Ensure the operation of equipment is satisfactory.

• Ensure the appropriate cleaning /equipment logs or other related records are completed and maintained as per the established procedures.

• Monitor and maintain inventory of test related materials and supplies. Liaison with purchasing, receiving and vendors.

• Document receipt of reagents according to the defined procedures. Affix proper labels to all reagents.

Test Transfer, Validation & Implementation; Continuous Improvement.

• Participates in projects for existing products and new products (e.g . collaborative studies with regulatory agencies and organizations on method comparison, assay/specification harmonization, new assay development, stability studies). Attend team meetings providing technical expertise on respective assays as required.

• Responsible for writing protocols and reports for test transfer and method validation as required.

• Execute studies under approved protocols for test transfer and new method validations, existing method revalidation.

• Contribute to the design of method improvements for routine tests performed in the department.

• Compile data and perform preliminary statistical analysis (as required); troubleshoot unexpected results as required. Analyze all relevant results and conclusions.

Training / Skills Upgrade / Literature Review.

• Complete On-the-job training according to current Lesson plans, and document as required.

• Participate in regularly scheduled GMP updates and safety training

• Complete the relevant and required tests and trainings on site procedures, USP, EP, ACS, etc. as required.

• Assist in training of new staffor existing personnel as required.

About You

Education / Experience / Skills:

• Minimum four (4) years B.Sc. in (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Immunology, Biomedical Sciences or Molecular Biology)

• Minimum of two (2) years of previous relevant work experience.

• Preferred four (4) years B.Sc. and two (2) years M.Sc. in (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Immunology, Biomedical Sciences or Molecular Biology), plus a minimum of eighteen (18) months of previous relevant experience in a laboratory, pharmaceutical, or Biotech Company.

• Proficiency in chemical/biochemical assays, with a strong theoretical and practical understanding.

• Competence in aseptic cell culture techniques.

• Adequate Computer skills and familiarity with SAP and LIMS.

• Strong Organizational and Planning skills

Hours Of Work:

• Inclusive from Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

This is subject to change at any time, and it should not be construed as limiting the right of the company to make such change to meet the requirements of the operation.

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. 

Mandatory Application Requirement: Your Workday application form must be complete, and a copy of your resume MUST be attached in the Workday application form, at the time you submit your Workday application, otherwise your application will not be considered for this position

Pay rate - $48.02

AI Usage

"Artificial Intelligence” refers to any systems that use automated processes, including algorithms and machine learning, to analyze data and make predictions, inferences, decisions, or recommendations without direct human involvement. These systems may process personal information to identify patterns, improve services, or support decision-making. The Company may use Artificial Intelligence for purposes including, but not limited to, resume screening and hiring, scheduling interviews or meetings, conducting surveys, matching skills with potential job openings, interview scoring, ensuring compliance with regulations applicable to our industry, and activities related to performance evaluation. Information collected and processed by the Company’s Artificial Intelligence systems may include the personal information detailed above and calendar availability. It excludes the information collected and processed for monitoring purposes. You should contact Human Resources if you have a question or concern regarding your personal information. You can also contact Canada’s Privacy Officer via Sanofi’s data subject request portal,  Data Subject Rights Webform. The Data Subject Rights Webform can also be used to request access or correction of your personal information and file a complaint.

Sanofi is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request. 

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All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.

Toute compensation sera déterminée en fonction de l'expérience démontrée. Les employés peuvent être admissibles à participer aux programmes d'avantages sociaux de l'entreprise. Des informations supplémentaires sur les avantages sociaux peuvent être trouvées ici.