Global Head, Science Partnerships and Funding (SPF), Vaccines R&D

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. 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.

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.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Sanofi Vaccines global external partnership strategy across the entire value chain (Research to Industrialization):
  • Engage effectively with key internal stakeholders (R&D, Vaccine Manufacturing & Supply, Vaccine Portfolio Strategy, Vaccines GBU Executive Committee members) to articulate and validate priority gaps and needs for external partnerships and external financing.
  • Define unambiguous metrics of success for partnerships.
• Develop decision-making processes for selection and administration of grants, weighing benefits/risks associated with each funding opportunity and providing recommendations to Vaccines leadership.
• Lead and manage the Science Partnerships and Funding Team within the Strategic and Scientific Partnerships Organization:
  • Recruit, manage, and develop a high-performing global team, ensuring operational excellence across the value chain.
  • Maintain agility to adapt to constantly changing global environments (e.g., public-private partnerships, funding opportunities, funder requirements, Vaccines GBU priorities).
• Develop and execute global/regional external stakeholder/funder engagement plans:
  • Build a global network of external partners and funders (US, EU, UK, Asia/Pacific, Middle East, Americas) for Sanofi vaccines.
  • Implement robust engagement plans to maintain relationships with agencies.
  • Collaborate with Sanofi organizations such as Public Affairs, Global Medical Affairs, and Commercial Operations.
• Develop and execute robust processes and stakeholder engagement for partnership submission and administration:
  • Oversee responses to Request-For-Proposals (RFPs) from external funding agencies by mobilizing cross-functional Sanofi partners (Business Development, Intellectual/Legal, R&D, Global Project Heads, Manufacturing & Supply, Finance).
  • Develop objectives and value creation propositions for partnerships by engaging external partners and internal R&D/business stakeholders.
  • Organize cross-functional teams and define processes for administering grants and partnerships, ensuring compliance with grant requirements.
• Report progress to the Global Vaccine Business executive committee, project steering committees, and Portfolio Leadership on partnership opportunities and their impact on the vaccine business.
• Develop key performance indicators for external grants, assess risks, and implement mitigation plans by engaging all stakeholders.
• Investigate non-conventional and innovative funding streams and partnership models to support R&D/infrastructure investments, assess strategic fit, and pursue opportunities as appropriate.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in bacteriology, virology, immunology, infectious diseases, or a related discipline; or an M.D. or Pharm.D.
• 10+ years of post-graduate work experience.
• Experience in establishing public-private partnerships.
• Resourceful and up-to-date on emerging partnership opportunities for Sanofi Vaccines.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills—ability to work with individuals at different levels and manage through influence.
• Agent of change with strong team and negotiation skills.
• Fluent English communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to work in international settings.

Benefits

• Supportive, future-focused team with opportunities for career growth through promotions, lateral moves, or international mobility.
• Thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package recognizing contributions and amplifying impact.
• Comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits, including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs, and at least 14 weeks of gender-neutral parental leave.
• Work at the forefront of AI-driven research, smart manufacturing, and groundbreaking mRNA platforms redefining immunology.
• Contribute to protecting half a billion people annually through one of the largest global vaccination efforts.
• Access to mentoring, international mobility programs, and career growth opportunities across four continents.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $232,500.00 - $335,833.33. All compensation will be determined based on demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in company employee benefit programs.