Biomarker and Precision Medicine Lead
Sanofi
Job title: Biomarker and Precision Medicine Lead
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.
Position Overview:
Sanofi's Biomarkers & Precision Medicine group, within the Translational Medicine Unit, seeks a senior-level ad Biomarker and Precision Medicine Lead who can shape organizational strategy and drive innovation in biomarker development and precision medicine approaches. This data-driven position focuses on leading the development and implementation of decision enabling translational medicine strategies for our robust pipeline in Immunology, Neurology, Ophthalmology, and Rare Diseases. The role is critical in identifying and validating biomarkers that predict patient response, demonstrate molecular activity including target engagement and impact on disease pathophysiology, as well as leading forward and reverse translational research activities.
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:
Strategic Leadership:
Drive biomarker and precision medicine strategies across multiple projects and therapeutic areas
Shape long-term vision for biomarker implementation in drug development programs
Lead cross-functional initiatives and influence senior stakeholder decisions
Identify and capitalize on emerging trends and technologies in biomarker development
Guide resource allocation and investment decisions for biomarker programs
Scientific Excellence & Innovation:
Serve as the primary scientific authority in disease biology and biomarker development on project teams
Drive innovation in biomarker strategies and precision medicine approaches
Lead the evaluation and implementation of novel technologies
Guide the development of complex biomarker algorithms and patient stratification strategies
Provide strategic input on indication selection and project prioritization to enable portfolio decisions
Team & Organizational Leadership:
Manage and develop a team of biomarker scientists (2-3 direct reports)
Mentor junior colleagues and foster talent development
Build and maintain strategic external collaborations
Represent Sanofi at high-level scientific forums and industry meetings
Drive cultural transformation and operational excellence
Program Oversight:
Oversee multiple programs across different development phases
Ensure alignment between biomarker strategies and overall program goals
Guide decision-making at critical program milestones
Lead interactions with senior management and external partners
Manage complex budget and resource allocation across programs
About You
Required Qualifications:
PhD with at least 8 years of experience in translational and/or clinical research. Will consider MD w/PhD (or equivalent with similar skill set)
Recognized expertise in Immunology, Neurology, Ophthalmology, or Rare Diseases
Extensive track record of successful biomarker strategy implementation
Demonstrated leadership experience in pharmaceutical/biotech industry
Strong publication record and scientific reputation in the field
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience managing teams and developing talent
Track record of successful external collaborations
Experience with regulatory authorities and health technology assessment bodies
Due diligence experience
Advanced project management skills
Why Choose Us?
Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave.
Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; 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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US and Puerto Rico Residents Only
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.
North America Applicants Only
The salary range for this position is:
$206,250.00 - $297,916.66All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs. Additional benefits information can be found through the LINK.