Global Project Head - R&D Vaccines

Sanofi • Waltham, MA

25d

About The Position

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. Join the team protecting half a billion lives every year with next-gen science, mRNA innovation, and AI-driven breakthroughs. In Vaccines, you’ll help advance prevention on a global scale - and shape the future of immunization. As a Global Project Head within R&D Vaccines, you will serve as the strategic leader and driving force behind the development and execution of integrated strategies and development plans for New Vaccines (NV) projects from Gate M2 through the end of development. This pivotal role places you at the intersection of science, strategy, and leadership, where you will orchestrate cross-functional collaboration to bring life-saving vaccines to patients worldwide. In this position, you will lead Global Project Teams (GPT) and sub-teams in close cooperation with R&D and non-R&D function heads, ensuring seamless alignment across all development activities. You will be accountable for project risk management and will serve as the primary communicator to governance committees, providing strategic insights and recommendations that shape project direction. Your leadership will extend beyond internal teams as you serve as a key member of the Franchise Steering Team and Brand Team, contributing to broader strategic decisions. As the ambassador for your project both internally and externally, you will build and maintain relationships with stakeholders across the organization and with external partners, including NGOs, partner companies, academic institutions, and joint ventures. Your ability to align diverse stakeholders, navigate complex organizational dynamics, and champion project objectives will be critical to success. This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on global health while leading some of the most innovative vaccine development initiatives in the industry.

Requirements

• Masters of Science degree in scientific-related field of study.
• 7+ years of experience in vaccine development in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or related discipline.
• Proven ability to lead international, cross-functional teams toward common goals
• Skilled in building trust and fostering collaboration across diverse teams and cultures
• Talent for inspiring and motivating others to achieve excellence
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive clarity in complex situations
• Exceptional presentation skills, capable of distilling complex information into compelling narratives
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to build consensus among stakeholders with different perspectives
• Commercial awareness and understanding of market dynamics
• Comprehensive knowledge of vaccine development processes, regulatory requirements, and quality standards
• Adaptable and resilient in the face of challenges and changing priorities
• Intellectually curious with commitment to continuous learning
• Passion for improving patient lives and advancing global health

Nice To Haves

• PhD, MD, or PharmD is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Product Development Strategy & Execution
• Team Leadership
• Project Management
• Resource Management
• Strategic Planning
• Stakeholder Management
• Communication
• Alliance Management
• Franchise Strategy

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees