Scientific Advisor - VIE Contract

Scientific Advisor​ - VIE Contract 

• Location: United States of America, Cambridge
• Target start date: 01/02/2026 

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 Dermatology Franchise. You will partner with the Head of Global Medical Dermatology 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 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.
 

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 Head of Global Medical Dermatology and 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.
   

About you 

Experience: 

• Prior experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably in Medical Affairs.
   

Soft and technical skills: 

• Demonstrated project management experience is a must.
• Exceptional entrepreneurial mindset.
• Driven by curiosity and thoughtful risk taking.
• Knowledge in immunology and/or dermatology, is a plus.
• Excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skill.

Education:

• MD, PharmD or 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.
• Work in a place that combines global scale with local expertise, backed by a strong culture of collaboration and shared purpose.
• Contribute to innovations that improve outcomes, relieve pressure on healthcare systems, and expand access worldwide.
• Join a team that’s not just transforming treatment - but asking what’s next, and making it real.
• Join a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core, with Employee Resource Groups and leadership programs that celebrate every voice.
   

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 tale