US Medical Director, Dermatology (NextGen Immunology)

A strategic medical leadership role within Sanofi's Next Gen Immunology Medical Affairs organization, driving evidence-based medical strategy in dermatology and rheumatology therapeutic areas. Reporting to the Senior Medical Director, Dermatology & Rheumatology, this position requires deep expertise in biologics, innovative real-world evidence (RWE) generation methodologies, and successful launch experience to advance scientific knowledge and shape medical strategy.

We are an innovative global healthcare company, committed to transforming the lives of people with immune challenges, rare diseases and blood disorders, cancers, and neurological disorders. From R&D to sales, our talented teams work together, revolutionizing treatment, continually improving products, understanding unmet needs, and connecting communities. We chase the miracles of science every single day, pursuing progress to make a real impact on millions of patients around the world.

Main Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of comprehensive medical strategies for dermatology and rheumatology portfolios aligned with business objectives
• Spearhead the creation of US Integrated Evidence Generation Plans (IEGPs) in collaboration with cross-functional partners
• Generate innovative dermatology Real-World Evidence (RWE) that address critical evidence gaps and support clinical decision-making using existing platforms and through novel studies
• Translate insights into actionable medical strategies that differentiate Sanofi's dermatology and rheumatology immunology portfolio

Scientific Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Identify, engage, and cultivate relationships with Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) to gather insights and shape medical strategy
• Plan and execute high-impact Advisory Boards that generate meaningful scientific exchange and strategic guidance
• Serve as medical authority on the Medical Materials Review Committee (MMRC) ensuring scientific accuracy, compliance, and strategic alignment
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide medical expertise for launches and lifecycle management

Scientific Communications & Medical Education:

• Develop evidence-based scientific narratives that effectively communicate product value propositions
• Lead the creation of scientific publications and presentations based on RWE studies
• Drive medical education initiatives that address healthcare provider knowledge gaps and advance patient care

About You:

Education: MD or equivalent advanced medical degree.

Work Experience:

• 5+ years of pharmaceutical industry experience in Medical Affairs
• Demonstrated expertise in dermatology and/or rheumatology
• Proven track record of successful biologic product launches
• Advanced knowledge of RWE methodologies, data sources, and applications in US healthcare
• Understanding of clinical development and regulatory requirements
• Experience leveraging innovative RWE approaches including retrospective database analyses, prospective observational studies, and patient registries
• Proven ability to translate insights into strategic medical initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain KOL relationships
• Experience organizing and facilitating advisory boards
• Background in medical content review and approval processes

Skills / knowledge:

• Result orientation. Driven to develop and execute optimal strategy meeting corporate objectives, while creating pragmatic solutions. Comfortable with ambiguity and ability to adapt with agility, take calculated risks and anticipate potential issues.
• Strategic thinking with ability to develop evidence-based medical strategies
• Deep scientific expertise in dermatology and/or rheumatology pathophysiology and treatment paradigms
• Proficiency in RWE study design, execution, and interpretation
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• Excellence in medical communications and presentations
• Project management and execution capabilities
• Cross-functional collaboration and teamwork
• Compliance mindset and ethical decision-making

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 of 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.