Global Project Head, Neurology Development

Job Title: Global Project Head, Neurology Development

Location: Cambridge, MA

About the Job

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 Global Project Head (GPH), Neurology Development role is a key position that leads early development activities in Neurology Development. The GPH is responsible for shaping strategy as well as managing execution. This is a highly visible role that will work closely with the Research and Development Heads in the Therapeutic Area to build and renew the early portfolio in Neurology. Unlike other GPH roles, this role is focused on multiple projects from IND-enabling studies to first-in-human studies and successful proof-of-concept trials. New programs come from the internal research pipeline and from in-licensing. The Early Development GPH is a critical contributor for the selection of projects to move forward and will drive execution of projects until they have achieved proof of concept. In some cases, the GPH may transition to lead a later-stage development program.

At Sanofi, we chase the miracles of science. Sanofi believes that the more we understand about disease pathogenesis in the human nervous system, the greater the chance we can produce life-changing therapies. Over the next five years, Sanofi plans to test in the clinic potentially disease-modifying treatments for diseases such as Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyradiculoneuropathy (CIDP), Alzheimer's Disease (ALZ), Parkinson's Disease (PD), Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), as well as other CNS diseases. This GPH role is focused on neurodegenerative diseases and particularly Alzheimer's Disease.

Scientific excellence, integrative thinking, and strong interpersonal skills will be required to succeed. The GPH reports to the TA Head, NOD. The impact on the organization is extensive due to the ability to influence disease area strategy and the network of collaborators from preclinical research to operational, regulatory, and commercial functions.

Success in this role requires the ability to influence and lead at the highest possible level. The GPH will be a critical member of the NOD leadership team and will be joining at a key point in time with the opportunity to build and influence the group. This role will require the ability to innovate and think creatively, engage multiple internal and external stakeholders, and make key decisions.

The GPH position requires achieving results through others and supporting the senior management team in achieving corporate goals. The GPH establishes the goals for the global project team (GPT) and participates in strategic planning for, and oversight of, the clinical activities of his/her area of responsibility. The GPH will be responsible for interaction with regulatory authorities, approval of protocols, informed consent documents, clinical study reports, and product labels. In addition, the GPH will be responsible for communication strategy and scientific disclosures, travel authorizations, and expense reports, and will interact with opinion leaders and consultants.

Sanofi's Key Therapeutic Areas (TAs) include Immunology, Neurology & Ophthalmology Development (NOD), Rare and Rare Blood Diseases, and Vaccines. We help people with debilitating and complex conditions that are often difficult to diagnose and treat. We are dedicated to discovering and advancing new therapies, providing hope to patients and their families around the world.

The NOD TA includes programs in Neuroimmunology, Neurodegeneration, and Ophthalmology, with therapeutic modalities encompassing Small Molecules, Biologics, and Gene Therapy. Sanofi has an internal research team, in addition to the Genomic Medicine Unit (GMU), which is committed to building the future pipeline.

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:

Scientific and Technical Expertise

• Has and maintains deep scientific, technical, and clinical expertise in Neurology

• Deep expertise in neurodegenerative diseases, especially Alzheimer's disease, is preferred

• Understands and keeps up to date with preclinical, clinical pharmacology, and other data relevant to the molecule of interest

• Critically reads and evaluates relevant medical