Associate Director, New Device Technology Programs

Job title: Lead, Director or Associate Director, New Device Technology Programs

Location: Cambridge, MA

About the Job

The strategic vision of Sanofi’s Global Medical Device and Packaging organization is to lead the industry in device-mediated therapies, with the ambition to develop, launch and maintain best-in-class drug-delivery systems and connected medical devices that address patient unmet needs and improve health outcomes. Our specific mission is to support R&D and the Sanofi Commercial Business Units by delivering differentiated technology solutions that enhance the value of our drugs and vaccines and help patients (and health care providers) facilitate administration, thereby improving their quality of life and empowering them to take control of their disease.

As Director of New Device Technology Innovation Programs, you will lead innovative new device technology development to achieve clinical readiness and transition it to full commercial development programs.  You will be a key member of New Device Technology Research, Technology Innovation and External Collaboration team to interface with cross-functional teams as single point of contact of the innovation program for Global Device and Packaging Unit (GDPU), solidifying business cases, building development roadmaps and mapping the new device technology solutions with program needs, and be fully responsible for leading all related development activities.  

Main Responsibilities

• Lead and facilitate device technology innovation and development based on clinical and patient needs, commercial and operational requirements and industry trends, create impactful solutions to expand Sanofi device IP portfolio and strength

• Work with new device technology research team to evaluate new device technology and product solutions

• Conduct required studies and impact assessment by working with internal and external partners and stakeholders to establish technical and commercial feasibility

• Advance the novel technology and product concepts to be clinical ready and create full development roadmap  

• Embedded into cross-functional program teams serving as the single point of contact of GDPU function for innovation programs

• Synthesize program needs and leverage learnings from different programs, identify platform opportunity when possible

• Interface with internal and external device development partners to align resource and priorities to transition and support new device development programs

• Align with key stakeholders on the selected device solution to meet clinical program needs

• Generate the integrated development plan and resource need

• Manage all device related development activities to ensure on-time, on-budget execution

•  Provide support and leadership in due diligence efforts involving novel device technologies

Requirements

• BS degree in engineering, life science or related discipline and 10+ years related work experience, or MS/PhD with 5+ years related work experience. MBA a plus

• Experience working with research and clinical development teams, solid understanding of related issues and challenges

• Experience in third party management (of manufacturers and vendors) is preferred

• Expertise around regulatory requirements for parenteral combination products is preferred (21 CFR parts 4 & 820, ISO 13485, 14971 & IEC 62366)

• Strong knowledge of the US/EU external device-mediated drug delivery technology innovation eco-system

• Solid experience of technology development through external partnership with third parties

Soft skills:

• Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills

• Capable of capturing unmet needs and translating them into product requirements

• International business experience leading multicultural and / or multinational team(s)

• Play to win mindset

• Extensive experience with successfully influencing and rapid decision making in matrix and / or governance driven environments

• Attention to details with meticulous planning

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.