USP Digital Process Engineer (all genders) at Sanofi

USP Digital Process Engineer (All Genders) – Sanofi, Frankfurt, Germany

Position type: Full‑time, onsite.

This full‑time onsite position offers great opportunities for career growth.

About the Job

As a USP Digital Process Engineer within our microbial upstream process development group in Frankfurt, you’ll combine hands‑on bioreactor work with cutting‑edge data science, machine learning, and AI‑driven approaches to advance the development of biopharmaceutical processes.

You’ll work at the intersection of experimental science and digital innovation, collaborating with cross‑functional teams across Sanofi’s global R&D network to translate data into actionable insights and bring new therapies to patients faster.

Main Responsibilities

• Independent planning, execution, analysis and documentation of bioreactor cultivations, including implementation of new technologies and scale‑up to commercial scale.
• Develop data models and implement machine learning/artificial intelligence approaches to generate actionable insights for bioprocess development.
• Lead interactions with the data science group of Sanofi R&D and other upstream process development groups and implement the learnings.
• Leverage statistical approaches (e.g., Design of Experiment or Multivariate Data Analysis), ensuring optimal data structure.
• Lateral leadership of upstream experimental teams.
• Author development reports and ensure successful handover of developed processes to pilot plants and other Sanofi sites.
• Support lab heads as deputy upstream lead in interdisciplinary project teams, with other departments, sites, and external companies.
• Apply and optimize Environmental Sustainability by Design principles into development of new products.
• Identify and evaluate innovative concepts and digital tools.
• Explore complex data to generate new insight and create project value.
• Work in a highly changing project landscape.
• Cross‑functional collaborations with people having different skill sets.
• Writing and revising technical documents, reports and dossiers.

About You

Experience

• Hands‑on experience with bioreactor cultivations (e.g., Ambr250, stirred‑tank reactors).
• Experience in data science, statistical design of experiments, and process modeling.
• Familiarity with digitalization and implementation of new technologies.
• Experience with scale‑up and media optimization is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of bioanalytics and process analytical technology (PAT) is beneficial.
• Programming skills in Matlab, Python, or R are an advantage.

Soft and Technical Skills

• Positive, open‑minded personality with a high degree of flexibility and a can‑do mentality.
• Conceptual and creative thinker with strong analytical skills.
• Proven ability to work effectively both independently and within multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage own timelines to meet project goals.
• Trustworthy and accountable with a strong sense of ownership.

Education

Master’s degree in biotechnology, bioprocess engineering, data science, or a related field.

Languages

Certified German at level B2 or higher is required; proficiency in English (written and spoken).

Benefits

Why choose us? Be part of a pioneering biopharma company that engages patients early in drug development and uses their insights to design studies that reflect real‑world needs.

Work at the forefront of drug discovery, harnessing cutting‑edge AI, data, and digital platforms to push the boundaries of science.

Help improve the lives of millions of people globally by making drug development quicker and more effective.

Enjoy opportunities to collaborate beyond your area of expertise, working with diverse teams across science, clinical, and digital fields to spark new ideas and drive breakthroughs.

Accelerate your professional development with structured career paths designed for both scientific and leadership advancement.

Grow in ways you never imagined through bold moves that stretch your potential, cross moves into other business areas, and short‑term gigs that build your scientific expertise.

Join a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core, with Employee Resource Groups and leadership programs that celebrate every voice.

Achieve genuine work‑life balance in a supportive R&D environment.

Enjoy outstanding benefits, including flexible working options, comprehensive healthcare, and well‑being programs designed to help you thrive.