Scientific Advisor - VIE Contract

Location: United States of America, Cambridge
Target start date: 01/12/2026

iMove, the Sanofi VIE Program, is available to citizens of the European Economic Area (EU + Norway, Liechtenstein and Iceland) aged between 18 and 28.

PLEASE NOTE that since this program is primarily an international development program, candidates cannot apply to a VIE assignment in their own country of citizenship.

PLEASE NOTE that applications that are only submitted in French cannot be considered by our non-French speaking partners at Sanofi worldwide. Therefore, only applications that are submitted in English will be considered. Please make sure to apply with your personal email address.

About the job

As a Scientific Advisor VIE within our Medical team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the strategic and scientific direction of the Alliance Immunology Respiratory Franchise. You will partner with the Global Medical Evidence Generation Lead, Respiratory acting as a key support in driving medical affairs initiatives forward, and will work cross-functionally, helping to shape efficient and optimized global strategies while also applying your scientific expertise to critical projects.

Join the engine of Sanofi’s mission — where deep immunoscience meets bold, AI-powered research. In R&D, you’ll drive breakthroughs that could turn the impossible into possible for millions.

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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:

Provide scientific and strategic support to the Global Medical Evidence Generation Lead, Respiratory and COPD Medical Affairs team.
Assist in the development and implementation of medical strategies and initiatives.
Coordinate cross-functional projects and ensure timely delivery of objectives.
Prepare and review scientific communications, presentations, and reports.
Preparation and presentation of scientific data.
Support planning and execution of scientific events: advisory boards with external experts and scientific symposia.
Contribute to the development of medical affairs policies and ways of working.
Set up and foster co-operations with external medical experts, network activities.
Co-operate with other medical functions (Global) and cross-functionally.

About you

Experience:

At least 1 year full-time experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably in Medical Affairs.
Demonstrated project management experience.

Soft and technical skills:

Exceptional entrepreneurial mindset.
Driven by curiosity and thoughtful risk taking.
Excellent analytical skills.
Excellent problem-solving skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skill.
Knowledge in immunology and/or respiratory, is a plus.

Education:

Master’s degree in scientific field related to the position.

Languages:

Fluent English (written and verbal).

Why choose us?

Be part of a pioneering biopharma company where patient insights shape drug development.
Work at the forefront of AI-powered science that accelerates discovery and improves outcomes.
Collaborate beyond your expertise, sparking new ideas with diverse, multidisciplinary teams.
Be part of a pioneering biopharma company that engages patients early in drug development and uses their insights to design studies that reflect real-world needs.
Work at the forefront of drug discovery, harnessing cutting-edge AI, data, and digital platforms to push the boundaries of science.
Help improve the lives of millions of people globally by making drug development quicker and more effective.

iMove is a unique program tailored for European youth interested in challenging themselves with meaningful assignments across the globe. At Sanofi we have a strong ambition to invest in young talents who will drive the success of Sanofi tomorrow.

Sanofi’s Work Abroad Program, iMove, offers jobs-assignments with actual responsibilities and a perspective to grow. We provide those opportunities in various functions such as: marketing, finance, regulatory, supply chain, clinical trials, production, etc. and in more than 40 countries. Sanofi unites people who are passionate about solving healthcare needs across the world. Joining our iMove Work Abroad Program is a unique opportunity to make a difference through your work.

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Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity.

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Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; natural or protective hairstyles; 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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