Biomarker and Precision Medicine Lead

About the role

Location: Cambridge, MA / Morristown, NJ. As the Biomarker and Precision Medicine Lead, you’ll be developing and implementing translational medicine strategies for our robust pipeline in Immunology & Inflammation. Ready to get started? 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. The Biomarkers & Precision Medicine group at Sanofi, within the Translational Medicine Unit, seeks an experienced Biomarker and Precision Medicine Lead. This position focuses on developing and implementing translational medicine strategies for our robust pipeline in Immunology & Inflammation. The role is critical for identifying and validating biomarkers that predict patient response, demonstrate molecular activity, and correlate with clinical outcomes. Sanofi is 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. The role is office-based in the US or France under the Global Hybrid Policy.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive biomarker and precision medicine strategies for research and development projects
• Design approaches for implementing biomarkers in clinical studies using various platforms (omics, bioimaging, etc.)
• Provide scientific expertise in translating biological pathways to clinical markers
• Review and interpret complex clinical and non-clinical data sets
• Identify and validate novel biomarkers for patient selection and monitoring
• Lead translational medicine sub-teams and coordinate biomarker identification efforts
• Ensure timely execution of biomarker studies within budget constraints
• Evaluate and select optimal platforms and methodologies for biomarker data generation
• Monitor study progress and troubleshoot technical challenges
• Maintain project documentation and regulatory compliance
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams including research scientists, clinicians, and data scientists
• Engage with external key opinion leaders and research partners
• Present strategies and results at internal and external meetings
• Contribute to regulatory documents and scientific publications
• Support business development activities related to biomarker strategies

Requirements

MD, MD/PhD, or PhD with 5+ years of experience in translational and/or clinical research; demonstrated expertise in immunology, preferably in dermatologic and/or respiratory diseases; strong understanding of biomarker development and implementation in clinical trials; experience with various biomarker platforms and technologies; proven track record in translational research; excellence in written and verbal communication.

Qualifications

Experience with bioinformatics and computational methods; knowledge of biomarker assay development for clinical use; publication record in relevant therapeutic areas; experience in regulatory interactions.

Benefits

Thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package recognizing contribution and amplifying impact; wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs; at least 14 weeks’ gender‑neutral parental leave.