Medical Director – Pulmonary

Sanofi

. Develop strategy, tactics, and annual budgets for integrated Medical Plans covering Medical Education, Medical Communications and Publications, Health Outcomes, Safety, and Clinical Research .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeCambridge • New Jersey • United StatesLead💰 $178,500 - $297,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing integrated medical plans and strategies, with a strong focus on clinical research, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement. Possesses advanced knowledge in life sciences and a proven track record in medical affairs and clinical development.

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Advanced Degree In Life SciencesMedical Affairs ExperienceClinical Development ExpertiseRegulatory KnowledgeStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Clinical Trial DesignMedical Strategy DevelopmentData AnalysisPharmacovigilanceBudget ManagementProject ManagementScientific CommunicationHealth Economics CollaborationRegulatory ComplianceMedical Engagement Planning

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsLeadership PresenceProblem-Solving SkillsEffective CommunicationCross-Functional Collaboration

Industry Keywords

FDA RegulationsOIG ComplianceClinical PracticePublic Health TrendsImmunologyPulmonary MedicineMedical LandscapeLife Cycle ManagementEthics In ScienceKey Thought Leaders

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Google Cloud Platform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop strategy, tactics, and annual budgets for integrated Medical Plans covering Medical Education, Medical Communications and Publications, Health Outcomes, Safety, and Clinical Research
Execute Integrated Medical Plans on time and within budget
Communicate Medical Plan details and progress to management, Core Teams, and responsible parties
Provide data evidence and scientific and medical insights to internal stakeholders
Develop and execute strategic and tactical Medical Engagement Plans
Provide medical strategy and expertise to Clinical, Commercial, Market Access, Regulatory, Sales, Marketing, Legal, and other partners
Ensure strategic and cross-functional alignment across the organization and joint ventures
Provide scientific guidance and collaborate with field, marketing, HEVA, Market Access, and sales teams
Manage high-level regional stakeholder relationships, medical engagement planning, resources, and tactical budgets
Collaborate with health economics teams
Review and approve promotional, medical, scientific, regulatory, safety, commercial, training, and independent medical education grant materials
Maintain knowledge of applicable FDA, OIG, DDMAC/OPDP, PhRMA, ICMJE, ISPOR, GCP, and ICH guidance and regulations
Support US Phase IIIB-IV clinical study programs, including protocols, case report forms, study reports, statistical analysis plans, guidelines, and study-data reporting
Oversee clinical studies in compliance with Company standards and government/industry regulations
Review and approve Investigator Sponsored Trial concepts and protocols
Identify research collaborations, post-marketing clinical trials, and registries and oversee their execution
Ensure company- and investigator-generated data are presented publicly appropriately and timely
Partner with US Drug Safety on adverse events, post-marketing safety data, and safety signals
Identify and communicate Product Alerts
Develop relationships with Key Thought Leaders and scientific communities
Lead medical and scientific advisory board discussions and support external advisory boards and advocacy development
Represent Sanofi at medical meetings, advisory boards, and outreach meetings
Provide disease-state and product training to internal and external stakeholders
Remain current on therapeutic-area developments through literature, meetings, conventions, and professional associations
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Advanced degree in life sciences or pharmaceutical sciences (NP, PA, PharmD, PhD, or MD with relevant experience); MD preferred
Minimum 5 years of experience in Clinical Practice, Medical Affairs, or Clinical Development
Experience in Pulmonary and/or Immunology strongly preferred
For industry candidates, strong track record developing and executing US medical strategies with significant Medical Affairs Launch and Life Cycle Management experience
Knowledge of relevant healthcare systems, medical landscape, regulatory and payer environment, public health, and industry trends
Sound scientific and clinical judgment and in-depth understanding of the scientific method and clinical applications
Understanding of how to conceptualize, design, and conduct clinical trials
Ability to translate innovative strategies or solutions into actionable plans
Knowledge of general business practice, the industry, medical practice, and Sanofi strategic objectives
Effective internal and external stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration
Broad leadership experience and excellent leadership presence
Ability to influence decision-making without authority in a complex matrix environment
Ability to communicate scientific and medical data effectively
Strong interpersonal, communication, presentation, analytical, problem-solving, time-management, and project-management skills
Highest personal integrity and commitment to ethics and scientific standards
Understanding and success in dealing with different cultures
Knowledge of pharmacovigilance and local regulatory processes
Proven change-management experience
Digital literacy
Ability to travel up to 35% of the time
Eligible applicants must be US or Puerto Rico residents

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunities for growth and career development through promotion or lateral moves, domestically or internationally
Rewards package recognizing employee contributions
Health and wellbeing benefits
High-quality healthcare
Prevention and wellness programs
At least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave
Company employee benefit programs