Immunology Franchise Lead-Canopy
Sanofi
Summary
As Immunology Franchise Lead within our Vaccines R&D Global Clinical Development team, you'll shape the immunology strategy across our vaccine franchise and drive scientific breakthroughs and make insights that advance disease prevention on a global scale.
Job description
Main Responsibilities
- Lead the immunology strategy across the vaccine franchise, overseeing designing and execution of immunogenicity, virology, and bacteriology endpoints that align with franchise objectives and product development goals
- Serve as the primary immunology interface with cross-functional Clinical Franchise Leadership and One Research segment heads to provide scientific and clinical guidance throughout product development and lifecycle management
- Establish and manage strategic partnerships with external experts, academic institutes, and key opinion leaders to advance immunology science and strengthen the franchise's competitive position
- Lead and mentor a team of Senior Clinical Immunology Leads and Immunology Leads, fostering their development and ensuring consistent, high-quality immunology deliverables across the franchise
- Generate data-driven insights that contextualize vaccine candidates within the franchise, supporting portfolio prioritization and strategic decision-making at key development milestones
- Oversee the immunology methodologies that are critical to assessing vaccine candidates for the franchise Ensure that these are cutting edge technologies that meet regulatory standards and allow for robust data generation to support clinical trials and regulatory submissions
About You
- Proven track record in leading clinical immunology and/or translational medicine strategy for multiple vaccines, biologics development, or antimicrobial products including extensive experience with regulatory submissions and health authority interactions
- Expertise in design and execution of Phase 1 through 4 global clinical development of preventive and therapeutic infectious disease candidates
- Demonstrated leadership skills in a Clinical Development or Translational Medicine setting preferably in the area of vaccinology/ immunology/infectious diseases.
Soft and technical skills
- Strategic thinking with ability to translate scientific insights into actionable franchise strategy
- Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities with experience managing cross-functional teams
- Excellent communication skills with ability to present complex immunology data to diverse audiences including regulators, senior leadership, and scientific communities
- Established scientific leadership evidenced by strong publications record
- Deep expertise in immunogenicity assessment, virology, bacteriology, and assay development with knowledge of GCLP and ICH guidelines
- Collaborative mindset with proven ability to influence and build partnerships across functions and geographies
Education and Experience
PhD in Immunology, Virology, Bacteriology, Microbiology, or related scientific field, with 10+ years of relevant industry experience or a combination of industry and academia experience OR MD in Immunology, Virology, Bacteriology, Microbiology, or related scientific field, with 5+ years of relevant industry experience or a combination of industry and academia experience. 3+ years of direct people leadership experience.
Languages
Fluent English required; French is a plus
Requirements
- PhD in Immunology, Virology, Bacteriology, Microbiology, or related scientific field, with 10+ years of relevant industry experience or a combination of industry and academia experience OR MD in Immunology, Virology, Bacteriology, Microbiology, or related scientific field, with 5+ years of relevant industry experience or a combination of industry and academia experience
- 3+ years of direct people leadership experience
- Proven track record in leading clinical immunology and/or translational medicine strategy for multiple vaccines, biologics development, or antimicrobial products including extensive experience with regulatory submissions and health authority interactions
- Expertise in design and execution of Phase 1 through 4 global clinical development of preventive and therapeutic infectious disease candidates
- Demonstrated leadership skills in a Clinical Development or Translational Medicine setting preferably in the area of vaccinology/ immunology/infectious diseases
- Strategic thinking with ability to translate scientific insights into actionable franchise strategy
- Strong leadership and mentoring capabilities with experience managing cross-functional teams
- Excellent communication skills with ability to present complex immunology data to diverse audiences including regulators, senior leadership, and scientific communities
- Established scientific leadership evidenced by strong publications record
- Deep expertise in immunogenicity assessment, virology, bacteriology, and assay development with knowledge of GCLP and ICH guidelines
- Collaborative mindset with proven ability to influence and build partnerships across functions and geographies
- Fluent English required; French is a plus
Benefits
- Mentoring programs
- International mobility programs
- Career development opportunities
Company overview
Sanofi is a French multinational pharmaceutical and healthcare company headquartered in Paris, France. Founded in 1973, the company has grown through strategic mergers and acquisitions to become one of the world's leading pharmaceutical corporations. Sanofi operates as an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people's lives through breakthrough science. The company's portfolio spans seven major therapeutic areas including cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, oncology, immunology, rare diseases, neurology, and vaccines. Through its subsidiary Sanofi Pasteur, it is the world's largest producer of vaccines. Sanofi employs over 84,000 people across more than 100 countries and maintains a significant presence in both developed and emerging markets. The company's innovative pipeline focuses on advancing precision medicines and biologics while maintaining a strong commitment to sustainability and ethical business practices. Sanofi's mission centers on chasing the miracles of science to deliver transformative healthcare solutions globally.