Biologist

Job Title: Biologist Location: Cambridge, MA Salary range: $148,500.00 - $214,500.00 Main Responsibilities Lead and drive oncology and immuno‑oncology discovery programs, from target identification through preclinical proof‑of‑concept. Contribute deep expertise in cancer biology, tumor immunology, and translational science to inform target selection, indication strategy, and experimental design. Support the discovery and preclinical development of innovative cancer therapeutics using diverse modalities, including small‑molecule inhibitors, targeted degraders, and biologics. Provide scientific leadership while remaining capable of hands‑on laboratory work, as needed, to directly support project teams. Manage and coordinate external collaborations with CROs, academic groups, and industry partners, ensuring scientific rigor, alignment with project goals, and timely delivery. Required Qualifications PhD (or equivalent) in cancer biology, immunology, molecular biology, or a related life sciences discipline. Postdoctoral and industry experience in cancer biology and/or immuno‑oncology research. Strong track record in target identification and validation, mechanism‑of‑action studies, and biomarker discovery. Demonstrated experience supporting preclinical development of oncology therapeutics. Highly familiar with multiple therapeutic modalities, including small molecules, degraders (e.g., PROTACs), and biologics. Proven ability to lead scientific projects while contributing experimentally when required. Experience managing external research collaborations with CROs and academic or industry partners. Excellent scientific communication skills and experience working with large‑scale data mining or target discovery and translation to patients. Preferred Qualifications Prior experience advancing programs from target‑ID to development candidate. Publications and/or patents in oncology or immuno‑oncology research. Experience working in a matrixed, cross‑functional pharmaceutical research environment. Benefits 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. Equal Opportunity 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, gender, sexual orientation, disability, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr