Research Global Project Head (GPH)

Job Title: Research Global Project Head (GPH) Location: Waltham, MA About The Job Join the team protecting half a billion lives every year with next-gen science, mRNA innovation, and AI-driven breakthroughs. In Vaccines, you'll help advance prevention on a global scale - and shape the future of immunization. About Sanofi We're an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving peoples 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 peoples lives. Major Responsibilities To support sustainable growth, Sanofi Vaccines ambition is to build an innovative and well-balanced Vaccine Research and Development/LCM portfolio. Within the research phase this implies both continuous assessment of potential targets from the universe of Infectious Disease to enrich the portfolio and the efficient execution of approved projects. Two Main Missions Lead cross-functional teams to identify new target opportunities, deliver initial Target Product Profile/Target Value Proposition, and lay out credible research and development plans to support timely decisions on portfolio entry. This is estimated to represent about 30% of the role. Lead the cross‑functional team (rGPT) in charge of delivering one or more endorsed research projects. This is estimated to represent about 70% of the role. Role Accountability for overall project strategy and execution in the research phase Lead a global and transversal team of Subject Matter Experts to deliver high value creating projects Defend the project strategy at governance boards, including scientific review as well as investment decisions Manage multiple internal and external stakeholders, including at executive levels Provide input into team member performance reviews Foster and implement internal or external innovation solutions for the development of First in Class/Best in Class Vaccines for infectious disease targets by creating an efficient close collaboration across Sanofi to identify novel technologies and approaches Close collaboration with Innovation and Ext R&D, Antigen Design, Global Immunology Functions and the mRNA Center of Excellence Stay informed on state‑of‑the‑art approaches for vaccine development, characterization and immunological assessment, through efficient internal connections, and Competitive pipeline assessments Secure IP strategy and integrated scientific communication Be accountable for developing both integrated strategy & development plan and its effective execution through the project team, in compliance with approved timelines & budget Be accountable for building and maintaining aligned strategy with external partner(s) if any Ensure that the right interactions with regulatory authorities are in place Ensure that risk‑mitigation plan is articulated, escalated, validated by relevant internal governance bodies and monitored Resolve resource & budget issues with functions or decision bodies to meet project objectives Education & Requirements Ph.D. (in a science field), MD, Pharm D, or MS is required 5-8 years of experience in vaccine R&D or equivalent experience in other discipline in the Vaccine Value Chain Strong scientific background with excellent understanding of global vaccine development activities along the entire Value Chain from research up to market access Strategic thinking and leadership abilities in combination with understanding science, technologies and business of biopharmaceutical product development Performance oriented with ability to work along agreed timeline and budget, and a focus on strategy and execution Ability to evaluate new internal & external opportunities (technology, new vaccine, targets, mAbs, enabling sciences) Good networking ability in cross-cultural environment Ability to connect dots between functions within the organization and data/ideas from internal/external experts to build a coherent tactic Experience in or demonstrated evidence for the capacity to lead cross‑functional group of professionals Excellent communication skill to ensure a good understanding of opportunities & challenges by senior stakeholders Ability to foster collaborative practices between functions and to energize and inspire people High sense of responsibility and fairness, to secure unbiased recommendation to Internal Decision Body Fluent English communication skills, verbal and written 10% domestic and international travel required Why Choose Us Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future‑focused team Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether its through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally 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 Sanofi US Services and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers committed to a culturally inclusive 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 (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law. All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here. #J-18808-Ljbffr