Junior Process Improvement Specialist - VIE Contract Location: Canada, Toronto Target start date: 01/03/2026 iMove, the Sanofi VIE Program, is available to citizens of the European Economic Area (EU + Norway, Liechtenstein and Iceland) aged between 18 and 28. PLEASE NOTE that since this program is primarily an international development program, candidates cannot apply to a VIE assignment in their own country of citizenship. PLEASE NOTE that applications that are only submitted in French cannot be considered by our non-French speaking partners at Sanofi worldwide. Therefore, only applications that are submitted in English will be considered. Please make sure to apply with your personal email address. About the job As Junior Process Improvement Specialist VIE within our Manufacturing Science and Technology team, you’ll support the implementation of new data driven applications and contribute to identify yields improvement initiatives via the deployment of SimplY, an IA tool based on advanced statistical analysis. 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. Ready to get started? 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: Contribute to define and implement a 2-3 years plan for yield improvement of Drug Substances manufacturing processes at Toronto site, leveraging site vision, best practices and advanced data science tools. Contribute / Lead the deployment of SimplY tool. Contribute to deploy the new model for process monitoring and yield performance management in full alignment with SMS2.0 standards, targeting best demonstrated performance (compliant batches with highest yields). Contribute to identify then lead, specific initiatives for manufacturing process variability reduction and yields improvement, focusing on B100. Define plan with ambitious but realistic targets. Lead the execution of the plan as validated by the site. Get involvement from all parties. Ensure a transformation and mindset change in process monitoring. Report progress, mitigate risks, escalade issues. About you Experience: Previous technical or scientific experience in biochemistry, molecular biology or process engineering and/or pharma industry would be a significant plus. Experience with any or all of product design, system design, project management, design thinking and data structures would be an asset. Soft and technical skills: Strong communication skills, organization, and critical thinking abilities. Knowledge of statistical softwares/tools. Understanding and interest in industrial biotech processes. Understanding of reimbursement systems, international pricing rules and major pricing systems and their evolution is a plus. Lean manufacturing mindset (simplify, eliminate waste, focus on added value). Able to collaborate transversally, be adaptive and curious. Proactive, performance oriented, with leadership abilities. Education: Master’s degree in Biotech / Data Science / another relevant quantitative field. Languages: Fluent English language. Why choose us? Be part of a pioneering biopharma company where patient insights shape drug development. Work at the forefront of AI-powered science that accelerates discovery and improves outcomes. Collaborate beyond your expertise, sparking new ideas with diverse, multidisciplinary teams. Shape the future of medicine and vaccine delivery with cutting-edge technology, ensuring seamless launches and a resilient global supply. Power industry-leading performance by leveraging digital, data, and AI-driven innovation – at speed and scale. Transform lives worldwide by delivering life-changing treatments anywhere, anytime. iMove is a unique program tailored for European youth interested in challenging themselves with meaningful assignments across the globe. At Sanofi we have a strong ambition to invest in young talents who will drive the success of Sanofi tomorrow. Sanofi’s Work Abroad Program, iMove, offers jobs-assignments with actual responsibilities and a perspective to grow. We provide those opportunities in various functions such as: marketing, finance, regulatory, supply chain, clinical trials, production, etc. and in more than 40 countries. Sanofi unites people who are passionate about solving healthcare needs across the world. Joining our iMove Work Abroad Program is a unique opportunity to make a difference through your work. #LI-EUR Pursue progress, discover extraordinary 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 and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com! Global Terms & Conditions and Data Privacy Statement 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 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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