Medical Director, Dermatology
Sanofi · Multiple locations
Job title: Medical Director, Dermatology, US Medical Immunology
Location: Cambridge, MA / Morristown, NJ
About the job
Join the team transforming care for people with immune challenges, rare diseases, cancers, and neurological conditions. In Specialty Care, you’ll help deliver breakthrough treatments that bring hope to patients with some of the highest unmet needs.
Our Sanofi Immunology Medical Affairs function serves as a valued strategic partner with Clinical, Commercial, Regulatory, and Market Access on therapeutic solutions to support patients’ needs. The US Medical Immunology team is proud to support Sanofi’s deep commitment to chasing the miracles of science to improve the lives of patients. We shatter treatment inertia through our commitment to leaving no patient behind. We aim to transform medical practice, deliver innovative and actionable data to providers and payers enabling timely patient identification and driving the urgency to act on debilitating immunological disorders.
The Medical Director, Dermatology functions internally as the product expert to lead the development and execution of the most efficient and integrated US medical/scientific strategy for Dermatology products, including scientific evidence generation and scientific information exchange with all key stakeholders. As a valued strategic partner with the Medical Field Team, Clinical, Commercial, Regulatory and Market Access this role is essential to success is an outstanding partnership to maximize the value proposition. Externally, the role assists healthcare professionals and payers to optimize patient care and treatment outcomes through evidence-based decisions.
This medical leader is responsible for co-developing the U.S. medical strategy and tactical plan for their entire Therapeutic Area, the MSL Field strategy/leadership and operations to ensure delivery. This Includes a strong partnership with global, alliance management and the relevant U.S. cross-functional partners and ensuring these plans are tailored to the local needs and resources, both on data generation and all aspects of engagement with the scientific community.
About Sanofi
We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s 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 people’s lives.
Main responsibilities:
Develop strategy and tactics for an integrated Medical Plan (Medical Science Liaisons, Medical Education, Medical Communications and Publications, Health Outcomes, Safety, and Clinical Research including Phase IIIB-IV and Investigator Sponsored Trials) and annual budget for assigned Dermatology products
Execute the Integrated Medical Plan to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery of all tactical activities and deliverables
Communicate the details and Progress of the Medical Plan to Management, the Core Team, and all parties responsible for execution
Provide relevant data evidence to ensure that strategy is clearly defined and consistent with clinical development and commercial strategic objectives
Support the generation and communication of scientific and medical insights to internal stakeholders, develop/execute strategic and tactical Medical Engagement Plans
Provide impactful medical strategy and expertise to Clinical, Commercial, Market Access, and Regulatory partners
Ensure strategic and cross-functional alignment across the organization and any joint ventures to achieve the medical mission of supporting safe and appropriate use of Dermatology products, cultivating a culture of teamwork and collaboration to ensure the delivery of key priorities
Provide medical leadership and expertise to sales, marketing, legal, and regulatory functions for marketed products and drugs in development
Pro-actively provide guidance and collaborate with field team, marketing, HEVA, Market Access, and sales teams
Support the generation and communication of scientific and medical insights to internal stakeholders, develop/execute strategic and tactical Medical Engagement Plans, and manage MSL resources and budgets.
Partner with Field Medical Head, Medical Directors, and other internal partners to manage high-level regional stakeholder relationships, contribute to medical engagement planning, and oversee the MSL budget.
Collaborate with the health economics team to address questions and opportunities
Provide medical review and approval of promotional and medical materials in compliance with corporate standards and government/industry regulations
Review and approve medical and scientific content of Regulatory, Safety, Scientific Affairs, Medical Affairs, and Commercial materials
Provide medical review of applications for independent medical education grants
Provide medical review of training materials for medical and commercial employees
Maintain up-to-date working knowledge and adherence of all applicable prevailing guidance, regulation, and law (including but not limited to FDA, OIG, DDMAC/OPDP, PhRMA, ICMJE, ISPOR)
Support the execution of US Phase IIIB-IV clinical study programs, including preparation of study protocols, case report forms, study reports, statistical analysis plans, clinical trial guidelines, and accurate and timely reporting of study data
Oversee conduct of all clinical studies in adherence to both Company standards and government/industry regulations (GCP/ICH)
Review and approve IST (Investigator Sponsored Trial) concepts/protocols according to applicable SOPs
Identify and co-create research collaboration opportunities within the <> therapeutic area to address key questions in the delivery of patient care
Identify needs for post-marketing clinical trials and registries and oversee their management and execution
Ensure that all data generated by the company or investigator-sponsored trials are publicly presented in an appropriate and timely fashion and in a fair and balanced manner
Partner with US Drug Safety in the management of clinical trial adverse events, post- marketing safety data, and in the communication of identified safety signals
Identify and communicate Product Alerts to the Core Team (in conjunction with US Drug Safety, USRAMP, GMA)
Develop and maintain close professional relationships with Key Thought Leaders (physicians and researchers) within the <> medical and scientific community
Lead medical and scientific advisory board discussions to identify and elevate medically Focused opportunities, resources, and strategic action within Dermatology
Foster the establishment and maintenance of external scientific advisory boards and assist in advocacy development
Interact with experts at medical meetings, advisory boards, and outreach meetings to represent Sanofi and strengthen its reputation in Dermatology
Provide disease state and product training to internal and external stakeholders
Remain informed of current developments within the Dermatology medical and scientific communities through familiarity with current literature, attendance at meetings, conventions, and professional associations
Performs other duties as assigned.
About You
Qualifications:
Advance degree in life sciences or pharmaceutical sciences (PhD, PharmD, PA, NP or MD with relevant experience)
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in Medical Affairs
Strong track record in developing and executing medical strategies in the US
Clinical or medical affairs experience in Dermatology and/or Immunology strongly preferred
Industry experience in Medical Affairs and/or Clinical Development, with significant experience in Medical Affairs Launch and Life Cycle Management activities
High degree of knowledge of relevant healthcare systems, the evolving medical landscape, regulatory and payer environment, public health and industry trends to accurately identify key issues and develop strategies
Sound scientific and clinical judgment, including an in-depth understanding of the scientific method and clinical applications based on medical, scientific, and practical rationale
In-depth understanding of how to conceptualize, design, and conduct clinical trials. Experience in clinical trial design and execution preferred
Ability to disrupt status quo with innovation while remaining pragmatic and focused on priorities; ability to translate innovative strategies or solutions into actionable plans.
Thinks strategically leveraging knowledge of general business practice, the industry, medical practice and Sanofi strategic objectives to create a team strategy to achieve commitments
Effective internal and external stakeholder management; politically astute with strong cross- functional teamwork and collaboration. A team player; able to collaborate successfully with both internal and external colleagues
Broad leadership experience with excellent "leadership presence" to represent Medical Affairs within the company, to other functions, and to leaders at every level
Excellent skills working with experts from other functions, influencing decision-making without authority in a complex and matrix environment
Ability to understand and effectively communicate scientific and medical data results and information to internal and external stakeholders
Driven to develop and execute optimal strategy meeting corporate objectives while creating pragmatic solutions; comfortable with ambiguity and ability to adapt with agility
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence others
Excellence in solving problems while exhibiting superior judgment and a balanced, realistic understanding of issues
Excellent communication skills both written and oral, including strong presentation skills
The highest personal integrity; committed to ethics and scientific standards
High energy and absolute commitment to a culture that operates with high ethical standards
Strong analytical skills; comfort managing through ambiguity
Understanding and success in dealing with different cultures
Proven ability to utilize appropriate time and project management strategies and agility, to manage complex environment and excellent ability to prioritize and manage expectations.
A "lifelong" learner who consistently seeks opportunities to learn
Knowledge of pharmacovigilance and local regulatory process.
Proven record of successful change management, a ‘Change Champion’ mindset
Digital literacy
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 it’s 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.
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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.