Global Scientific & Medical Publications Lead, Vaccines

Overview Our Team: Sanofi Vaccines’ Scientific & Medical Publications team is part of Vaccines’ Medical Operations Excellence organization. It ensures proper development, execution, and dissemination of Sanofi Vaccines’ scientific and medical publications in close collaboration with R&D, Global Medical Franchise teams, and other Vaccines’ Medical Operations teams. Responsibilities Scientific & Medical Publications (70%) Manage appropriate and balanced assignment of projects across team members. Manage publications planning and operational activities for a selected franchise/product. Expand company-wide communication, visibility, and training around publications. Ensure Publication Managers are involved in all company publication activities. Provide a single, company-wide vision of Sanofi Vaccines’ publication activities. Ensure compliance with Sanofi policy and Good Publication Practices. Manage direct resources and collaborate with Sanofi Global BO/Hub to support publication activities (iEnvision day‑to‑day operational management, medical writing, editing, graphics design, submissions to journals and congresses). Systems, Processes, and Projects (10%) Act as representative of Vaccine Medical in X-GBU scientific and publications community to ensure needs are represented and served at Sanofi level. Act as representative of Vaccine Medical within the Sanofi iEnvision team and with CMO organization to ensure needs are properly represented and addressed. Act as representative for implementation of iEnvision and other tools, systems and processes related to scientific publications. Represent Vaccine Medical in any update of publication-related SOPs, policies, guidance documents at Sanofi level. Manage team and resources to optimize workflow. Accountable for accurate and timely budget management of projects. Maintain a vendor network to promote high‑quality outsourcing. Promote effective collaboration between publication managers, content developers and insight team members. Participate in and influence activities of professional associations such as ISMPP, TIPPA, EMWA, and AMWA. Publication Plan (15%) Lead development, regular update and implementation of Publication plan process and governance informed by integrated Evidence Generation Plan (iEGP) and Global Medical Roadmap (GMR). Maintain Smart Publications Handbook and ensure proper dissemination, training and implementation. Team Management (5%) Provide day‑to‑day management for the team. Act as coach/mentor within the Scientific & Medical Publications team. Develop professional and leadership competencies of the team. Ensure staff are qualified, competent and motivated to handle job demands and achieve objectives. Ensure participation of team members in target setting, performance review, planning and development discussions. Ensure timely compliance and implementation of corrective actions. Ensure subordinates comply with Global and Local policies and procedures. Create atmosphere of openness and trust. Qualifications Prior relevant experience in scientific and medical publications management. Up‑to‑date knowledge of current publication‑related regulations, recommendations, best practice, technologies, formats, and guidelines. Prior vaccines or public health experience an advantage. Significant experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably in medical affairs (global, regional, or local). Proven experience building strong working relationships internally and externally to achieve results. Demonstrated ability to collaborate and share information to contribute to the medical planning process and execute goals. Proactive and effective team player. Experience working within large multinational teams with a high‑performing culture. People management experience is an advantage. Education Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Public Health, or related field; advanced degree (MS, MD, PhD, PharmD) preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, with at least 3 years of medical publications experience. Technical Skills Strong working knowledge of ICMJE and good publication practice industry guidelines. Excellent project management skills. EEO Statement 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 or domestic partnership status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, affectional or sexual orientation, disability, veteran or 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr