Sanofi
Biopharma
SeniorScientistinCellCultureDevelopment
“Senior Scientist in Cell Culture Development at Sanofi. Skills: Cell Culture, Mechanistic modelling, Machine learning, AI. Drive modelling strategy. Lead AI solution development”
Industry & Context.
Data-driven decision-making; Troubleshooting
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Master's degree with 2+ years of experience OR PhD with 0+ years of experience in Biotechnology, Biology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Computational Biology, or a related discipline, Demonstrated modelling focus in one or more of mechanistic cell models, machine learning, AI, or multivariate analysis, with tangible project outputs and deployed solutions., Demonstrated expertise in computational modelling applied to bioprocess or biological systems, with a track record of implementing models that directly influenced process decisions at program or platform level., background in AI tool development and implementation, including model packaging, deployment, and integration into scientific workflows., Deep experience with mechanistic modelling (e. g. , kinetic models, Monod-type growth models, metabolic flux analysis) and/or machine learning methods (regression, classification, neural networks, Gaussian process regression)., command of statistical methods and experimental design: DoE, PCA/PLS, multivariate data analysis.
Nice to Have
Hands-on experience in CHO or mammalian cell culture process development, with the ability to execute experiments and interpret results independently., Experience with transfer learning and Bayesian optimization approaches across datasets.
What You'll Do.
Drive modelling strategy
Lead AI solution development
Mentor junior scientists
Present technical findings
Contribute to regulatory filings
Establish modelling standards
Influence digitalization strategy
Lead process development studies
Represent Sanofi externally
Manage timelines and deliverables
Prepare experimental protocols
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Work with cross-functional stakeholders; Collaborate with experimental teams
Communication Scope
Presentation skills; Communicating to senior leadership
Process & Methodology
Manage timelines, Balance and prioritize projects
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