Global Medical - Lifecycle Management Lead - Respiratory, Al

Company: Sanofi
Location: Bridgewater
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

The health and safety of our employees and candidates is very important to us. Due to the current situation related to the--Coronavirus (COVID-19), we're leveraging our digital capabilities to ensure we can continue to recruit top talent. As your application progresses, you may be asked to use one of our digital tools to help you through your recruitment journey. If so, one of our--colleagues will explain how these tools will be used throughout the recruitment process and will be on hand to answer any questions you might have. Global Medical - Lifecycle Management Lead - Respiratory, Allergy, & GI From Research and Development to Sales and Marketing, Sanofi offers a wide range of possibilities. Discover our open positions and become a health journey partner. Do you have what it takes for a successful career with Sanofi? Sanofi is recruiting a new Global Life Cycle Management (LCM) Director, Airway Medical to support product development through medical strategy and guidance for Dupilumab in the Global Immunology Franchise for the asthma indication. Dupilumab has the potential to change the landscape of asthma treatment and management and to be part of a paradigm shift. The new Leader will report directly into Vice President and Head, Global Medical, Respiratory Allergy & GI and will be responsible for medical activities from Phase III development through post-launch activities.

With guidance from the Head, Global Medical, Airway, the new leader will be an integral part of building the Global Medical strategy in line with the brand strategy supporting development and preparation for the launch of Dupilumab for airway indications in partnership with Regeneron. The exceptional new hire will either have strong LCM expertise or clinical development expertise in respiratory diseases or a desire to work in the respiratory/pulmonary space with a solid working knowledge and background in medical affairs.

A summary of responsibilities includes:
--- Lead the development of the LCM portion of the yearly Global Medical Plan, making sure the LCM strategy is aligned with the identified strategic imperatives and data gaps.
--- Managing 2-3 direct reports
--- Provide input into novel life cycle management opportunities for dupilumab in Phase IIIb and ensure Investigator Sponsored Studies (ISS) areas of interest are consistent with strategic objectives for dupilumab
--- Communicate product life-cycle management strategy to regional/local Medical team members and cross-functional team
--- Responsible for IIS study concept review and approval from GMA perspective. Ensure that appropriate processes are followed for review, approval, management and support of studies while maintaining investigator independence
--- Ensure that studies planned by regional and local affiliates fit into the global product strategy
--- Establish a strong network within the MA organization (Global, Regional and local) and also with other stakeholders including R&D, Clinical Sciences & Operations (CSO), and Pharmacovigilance teams
--- Ensure and oversee the planning, execution and reporting of clinical studies as defined in the Global Medical plan and in accordance with established budgets and timelines. Monitor performance of phase IV activities (e.g. value creation) from conception through publication of clinical study results and take corrective actions or escalate issues as appropriate. Contribute to continuous improvement of phase IV study related processes and best practices
--- Responsible for financial management and reporting requirements of LCM studies, ISSs, other Medical activities with accurate and timely data and assumptions to support budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning for the business unit
--- Ensure a patient-centric approach to development of medical strategy both for product and device development as well as possible services which can enhance the value proposition of the product; Provide relevant feedback to market access teams to ensure optimal pricing and reimbursement strategy and inclusion of relevant endpoints in clinical trials
--- Serve as primary liaison between Global Medical, Health Economics and Value Access, Outcomes Research and Real-World Evidence teams to develop and execute evidence generation plans
--- Establish and maintain strong relationships with experts in the respiratory field, academics and professionals and/or patient associations. Prior knowledge of and established relationships with key opinion leaders in asthma considered an asset--
--- Collaborate with alliance partners at Regeneron and within Sanofi-Genzyme; take a team-oriented approach to making sure strategy is clearly defined and consistent with relevant stakeholders in Research and Clinical Development, New Product Planning, Commercial, Business Development, Health Economics and Value Access, Outcome Research and Product Management Functions
--- Travel required, comprising up to 30% Basic Qualifications:
--- MD required--
--- Minimum 5 years' experience in industry medical affairs and/or clinical development/ academic research
--- Prior experience in a Global or at least Regional Medical role
--- Prior experience in Immunology/Immuno inflammation Medical Life Cycle Management--
--- Experience working within an international company with a complex organizational environment; able to operate in a matrix team-oriented structure
--- Prior experience in managing a team--

Preferred Qualifications:
--- Global experience highly advantageous
--- Experience in Medical with Respiratory Biologics highly advantageous
--- Able to work on projects in coordination with the Alliance partner and establish excellent working relationships and credibility
--- Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to present scientific data in a credible manner.
--- Able to interface professionally with a wide spectrum of internal and external academicians, agencies, and industry executives in the scientific/medical arena
--- Strong understanding of the pharmaceutical/biotech drug development and commercialization process
--- Leadership skills; personal style that includes a sense of urgency, as well as flexibility and ability to respond to rapidly changing environments and circumstances
--- Collaborative and proactive, with a hands-on, roll-up-the sleeves style and attitude
--- Highest integrity; committed to ethics and scientific standards 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 (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law. #GD-SG #LI-GZ-- At Sanofi diversity and inclusion is foundational to how we operate and embedded in our Core Values. We recognize to truly tap into the richness diversity brings we must lead with inclusion and have a workplace where those differences can thrive and be leveraged to empower the lives of our colleagues, patients and customers. We respect and celebrate the diversity of our people, their backgrounds and experiences and provide equal opportunity for all. Join our Talent Network and get Sanofi communications delivered to your inbox. By submitting your information, you acknowledge that you have read our privacy policy and consent to receive email communication from Sanofi.

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