Director, External R&D

Overview

Job Title: Director, External R&D

Location: Waltham, MA or Swiftwater, PA

About the Job:
The Director, External R&D (ER&D) will be responsible for sustaining Sanofi Vaccines’ portfolio of new vaccines, vaccine candidates and vaccine technologies by identifying, evaluating and developing strategic partnerships with the global external network of public and private industry organizations. The position will report to and work closely with the Global Head, External R&D, Vaccines R&D.

We are an innovative global healthcare company that helps the world stay ahead of infectious diseases by delivering more than 500 million vaccine doses a year. Across different countries, our teams are exploring new technologies to protect people and promote healthy communities.

• Proactively scan the external network of companies, academic institutions and government sponsored R&D organizations to identify and evaluate scientific and technological innovations relevant to the business of Sanofi Vaccines.

• As a member of the ER&D team, develop and maintain relationships with the external network through platforms such as partnering meetings and networking conferences (e.g., World Vaccine Congress, BIO, JPMorgan Healthcare).

• Provide a critical scientific and technical analysis of external opportunities and collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., R&D, Medical Affairs, Franchise Strategy) to formulate recommendations on external innovations.

• Work with Business Development and Legal teams to support business negotiations with external partners; provide scientific and technical input, support deal structure evaluations, and assist in due diligence materials and final technical due-diligence report.

• Present to Vaccines Leadership the outcomes of assessments arising from external company engagements to Vaccine Leadership and governance committees (e.g., External Innovation Evaluation Committee, Therapeutic Area Review Committee) as appropriate.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align external engagement strategies with organizational needs and priorities (R&D functions, mRNA Center of Excellence, Vaccine Portfolio Strategy, Vaccine Medical Affairs, Vaccine Public Franchise).

• Collaborate with other teams within the External Scientific Affairs (ESA) organization to advance the mission of ESA, including scouting for licensing/acquisitions, external funding, and vaccine innovation projects.

• MD or PhD in bacteriology, virology, immunology, non-infectious disease, or other scientific discipline

• 7+ years of post-graduate experience

• Experience in Vaccines R&D and external partnering preferred

• Demonstrated interpersonal skills — ability to work with individuals at different levels and manage through influence

• Resourceful, entrepreneurial, and up-to-date with vaccine-relevant innovation opportunities for Sanofi Vaccines

• Demonstrated team and negotiation skills

• Fluent English communication skills, verbal and written, and ability to work in an international context

• Up to 15% per year of domestic or international travel

• Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.

• Discover opportunities to grow your talent and advance your career, including promotions or lateral moves, at home or internationally.

• Enjoy a thoughtful rewards package that recognizes your contributions and amplifies your impact.

• Health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and 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 or any other characteristic protected by law.

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 or any other characteristic protected by law.

North America Applicants Only

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