Sanofi · 1 day ago
Senior Global Project Head, Neurology Development
Cambridge, MA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expSanofi is an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives. The Senior Global Project Head (Sr GPH) in Neurology Development is responsible for leading early development activities, shaping strategy, and managing execution for multiple projects focused on neurodegenerative diseases, particularly Alzheimer's Disease.
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Responsibilities
Has and maintains deep scientific, technical, and clinical expertise in Neurology
Deep expertise in neurodegenerative diseases, especially Alzheimer's disease, is preferred
Understands and keeps up to date with preclinical, clinical pharmacology, and other data relevant to the molecule of interest
Critically reads and evaluates relevant medical literature with deep understanding of the data and status for competitive products
Maintains visibility within the therapeutic area to maintain credibility with internal and external stakeholders
Oversees development planning, execution, and budget
Owns the overall program strategy and leads the international cross-functional team to meet program objectives
Participates in life cycle management strategy planning in collaboration with marketing teams
Proposes strategies for interactions with health authorities
Establishes project goals in alignment with functional resource allocation, goals, and objectives
Responsible for generating support and implementation of clinical studies
Ensures operational plans are integrated across all functions
Is responsible for annual budget deliverables
Ensures that team members are adequately qualified and trained in the tasks they are required to perform, including accountability and maintaining compliance training for direct reports
Works cross-functionally to select appropriate team members
Sets team's objectives and works closely with direct reports to create individual performance and development goals
Ensures clinical data meets all necessary regulatory standards
Supports registrations, label submissions, and modifications
Manages Advisory Committee preparation and participation
Ensures timely submission and dissemination of clinical data
Supports the planning of advisory board meetings
Establishes and maintains appropriate collaborations with knowledge experts
Ensures that all activities of the GPT are conducted in compliance with current regulations, laws, and guidance from FDA, EMA, and CHMP, as well as with Sanofi's policies and procedures
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree required. Medical Doctor preferable, or PhD in relevant area
10 years of business-related experience is required
6+ years of experience in drug development within a therapeutic area is required
Deep expertise in Early Development (Translational Medicine) is required
Strong leadership skills to manage international, cross-functional teams of highly skilled individuals
Experience in or demonstrated evidence for the capacity to lead and manage groups of professionals
Excellent communication skills
Fluent in English (verbal and written communication)
Travel up to 25% is required
Preferred
Strong scientific background with deep understanding of drug development; background in clinical development for Neurology is highly preferred
Good networking ability in cross-cultural environment
Strong interpersonal, communication, presentation, and negotiation skills across all levels of the organization
In-depth knowledge of global drug development activities including the development of other healthcare solutions along the whole value chain from research up to market access. Skilled in project and/or budget/resource management
Strategic thinking in combination with understanding science and technologies
Performance-oriented with ability to work along agreed timelines and a focus on strategy and execution
Outstanding communicator. Excellent problem-solving, conflict-resolution, and decision-making skills
Benefits
High-quality healthcare
Prevention and wellness programs
At least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave
Company
Sanofi
Sanofi is a global biopharma company focused on prescription drugs, vaccines, and treatments for chronic, rare, and infectious diseases.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Chief Executive Officer
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Chief Financial Officer
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