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Scientist, Functional Genomics

Lensa
Cambridge, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/23/2025 CLOSED ON 12/22/2025

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Job Title: Scientist, Functional Genomics

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.

We are seeking a highly motivated and creative scientist to join the Functional Genomics cluster within the Target, Disease, and Systems Biology function in Sanofi Research. They will drive the application of functional genomics target ID and validation to advanced disease models in order to elucidate disease mechanisms and discover novel targets across immunology, ophthalmology, neurology, oncology, and rare disease. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with therapeutic area colleagues to advance functional genomics target discovery and validation and develop new screening workflows in advanced disease models including primary cells, iPSC-derived cells, and co-culture/organoid systems. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of functional genomics, in vitro modelling, and disease biology to advance therapeutic target discovery.

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

  • Independently perform experiments, including pooled and arrayed CRISPR screens, in human cellular disease models to validate targets and understand mechanism of action.
  • Develop cellular and molecular assays to study disease processes and validate targets in innovative disease models such as primary or iPSC-derived cells, co-culture systems, or organoids.
  • Innovate in functional genomics technology by refining, scaling, or automating experimental methodologies to systematically explore gene function in disease contexts.
  • Collaborate closely with therapeutic area experts to advance target discovery and in vitro disease modeling.
  • Communicate your work through scientific publications, patent and regulatory filings, and presentations at internal and external meetings.

About You

  • Ph.D. or equivalent experience in cell biology, molecular biology, genomics, or related field. Postdoctoral training and/or industry experience will be highly valued.
  • Hands-on experience in CRISPR genome editing or screening and disease modeling, such as in primary or iPSC-derived cells, co-culture systems, or organoids, is key.
  • Experience in target or drug discovery, especially in immunology, ophthalmology, or neurology, would be highly valued.
  • Experience in high-throughput assay development, screening platforms and robotics, flow cytometry, imaging, and/or computational data analysis would also be valued.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and team skills with a track record of success working collaboratively across disciplines.

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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Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn't happen without people - people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let's be those people.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity.

Watch our ALL IN video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkpDBZ-CJKw&t=67s) and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com (https://www.sanofi.com/en/our-responsibility/equality-and-inclusiveness) !

US and Puerto Rico Residents Only

Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; natural or protective hairstyles; 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.

North America Applicants Only

The Salary Range For This Position Is

$100,500.00 - $145,166.66

All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs. Additional benefits information can be found through the LINK (https://benefits.sanofiusallwell.com/fleet/public/index/ba511bf8-5c32-4828-9861-ab985fffab90/?cid=sanofi) .

Global Terms & Conditions and Data Privacy Statement (https://www.sanofi.com/en/careers/global-terms-and-conditions/)

Sanofi is dedicated to supporting people through their health challenges. We are a global biopharmaceutical company focused on human health. We prevent illness with vaccines, provide innovative treatments to fight pain and ease suffering. We stand by the few who suffer from rare diseases and the millions with long-term chronic conditions.

With more than 100,000 people in 100 countries, Sanofi is transforming scientific innovation into healthcare solutions around the globe. Discover more about us visiting www.sanofi.com or via our movie We are Sanofi (https://youtu.be/96EwNjb1TLo)

As an organization, we change the practice of medicine; reinvent the way we work; and enable people to be their best versions in career and life. We are constantly moving and growing, making sure our people grow with us. Our working environment helps us build a dynamic and inclusive workplace operating on trust and respect and allows employees to live the life they want to live.

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Salary : $100,500 - $145,167

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