Skip to main content
Two women in white lab coats look at a computer screen together

Global Head of Vaccines HEVA

Lyon, France Permanent Posted on   Jan. 27, 2025 Closing on   Feb. 28, 2025
Apply now

Le descriptif de poste est mentionné en anglais compte-tenu des dimensions globales du role.

This job offer is accessible to all, regardless of gender.

Job title: Global Head of Vaccines HEVA

  • Location: Lyon
  • Job type: Permanent

About the job

Our Team:

The Global HEVA team is part of the Vaccine Global Market Access Department, within Franchise & Product Strategy. The department aims to plan and generate robust evidence to maximize the value propositions of our vaccines.

Main responsibilities:

Health Economics strategy, payer evidence generation and reimbursement support.

Oversee delivery of quality research projects, economic models, trial design recommendations and other activities in support of the entire vaccine portfolio. The incumbent interfaces with Market access and Pricing, Clinical, Epidemiology, Medical Affairs and business partners including Franchise, Brand teams and project teams and Market Access at regional and local levels.

He/she is accountable for the oversight of timely planning, design, execution, and completion of innovative evidence-based research programs that are consistent with program/product strategies. The research programs developed will provide appropriate evidence and/or tools to be used for internal decision making and for external audiences at product launch and over product life cycle with the ultimate goal to support market access activities (i.e. recommendation and funding). 

Note: The list below is not comprehensive; this job is also responsible for other duties as assigned.

  • Lead, coach, and develop high performing teams to optimize contribution and continuous development of direct reports as well as the HEVA Hub ensuring the proper alignment with global HEVA experts.
  • Accountable for the development and the delivering of high quality HEVA Evidence Generation Plan, Core Value Dossier, and Health Economic Models.
  • Collaborate with Global Market Access & Pricing to support development of Market Access Plan, Value Story & Messaging, Pricing & Contracting Policy, and Launch Sequencing.
  • Responsible for co-leading the HEVA Community of Practice with HEVA heads from other GBUs, member of the Vaccine BU Market Access Leadership Team and core member of the Vaccines Global Market Access Committee.
  • Responsible for working collaboratively with R&D, Medical and epidemiology to support the development of TVP and integrated evidence generation plan (iEGP).
  • Provides leadership to design evidence generation strategies, notably by being a core member of the Sanofi Vaccines HEOR/Medical Study Review Committee.
  • Responsible for managing the HEVA budget and maintaining a clear focus on the most impactful HEOR projects.
  • Takes a leadership role in the development of relationships and continued advocacy with external advisors in appropriate therapeutic areas and in the HTA field.
  • Interacts with senior level management providing high level strategies and long-term vision of assigned work.
  • Participates in the Vaccine Europe Market access working group guaranteeing rising the external voice of Sanofi Vaccines at European level.

About you

Experience:

  • Minimum of 10 years of combined experience in health economics, outcomes research, or a related field.
  • Previous experience in vaccine or infectious diseases.
  • Demonstrated experience in applying various HEOR methods to specific research projects.
  • Publication in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Knowledge of global HTA processes and guidelines and experience with HTA submissions.
  • Strong ability to collaborate with leaders from other (i.e. non-HEOR) functional areas.
  • Proficiency in principles of evidence-based medicine and clinical research methodology.
  • Understanding of the disease environment and the evolution of the market access landscape and implications for the business.

Soft skills and competencies:

  • Demonstrated leadership in both technical and strategic aspects of the role, track record of professional development and the capacity to develop others.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, including presentation skills. Significant experience making presentations to senior management is strongly desired.
  • Understanding of the legal and regulatory environment of the pharmaceutical industry, demonstrated integrity on work-related compliance considerations and solid ethics.
  • Entrepreneurial and team spirit and ability to develop creative solutions to complex problems.

Education:

  • Advanced degree (PhD, MD, MSc, MPH, or PharmD) in a scientific discipline.

Languages:

  • English at fluent level.

#LI-FRA

#LI-Hybrid

Pursue progress. Discover extraordinary.

Progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. You can be one of those people. Chasing change, embracing new ideas and exploring all the opportunities we have to offer. Let’s pursue progress. And let’s discover extraordinary together.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity.

Watch 'One day at Sanofi' and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion initiatives at sanofi.com

Apply Now
  • You have not viewed any jobs yet.

  • You have not saved any jobs yet.

Woman bicycling past the Eiffel Tower

Sanofi careers in France

We're 20,000 people, working across 28 sites in France with one goal: getting medicines and vaccines to people who need them most. From day one, you'll take on exciting projects to set the course of your career. Whether you're a researcher or a marketer, you'll discover the tools, resources, and support you need to pursue progress. Develop your skills and work in inclusive teams to positively impact millions of people globally.

Illustration of map pins on globe

Find out more about this location

Experience possibility

  • Your Saved Jobs

    Learn more
  • Cambridge Crossing

    We're bringing together 2,500 people from across our organization — R&D, Medical, Commercial and Global colleagues all working to realize the power of collaboration.

    Learn more
  • Innovation in Action

    Our flexible lab of the future will transform how we conduct research, while our innovation center will be fully integrated with existing R&D locations.

    Learn more
  • Sustainable and Green

    Our new facility was built to minimize the environmental impact — helping protect our planet and people. Using resources efficiently, we're providing greener, healthier workspaces.

    Learn more
  • Sanofi’s AI Centre of Excellence in Toronto

    The Centre is focused on using leading technologies to develop world-class data and artificial intelligence (AI) products to create value for the health sector.

    Learn more
  • Ama

    Ama puts her project management techniques and ServiceNow knowledge to use to help advance Sanofi’s Digital Data operating model. Learn how our team connects data and AI to do what’s never been done before.

    Learn more
  • Sanofi Canada's Philanthropic Efforts

    By chasing the miracles of science to improve people’s lives, we surprise ourselves with what we can achieve. Our team is humbled by the impact our efforts make.

    Learn more
  • Emmanuel

    Emmanuel, Head of the Sanofi Digital Accelerator, shares how his team builds digital solutions that enable patients to receive new treatments to help improve their lives.

    Learn more
  • Dimitrije

    Dimitrije shares insights into the work carried out by the AI Centre of Excellence in Toronto.

    Learn more
  • Ziv

    Read Ziv's first-hand account describing the reasons he chose to join Sanofi – and many of the reasons why he now chooses to stay.

    Learn more
  • When you grow, we all grow

    We strive to support your whole self with thoughtfully crafted rewards that benefit you physically, financially, mentally and socially. Whatever your role, you'll thrive in our inclusive teams.

    Learn more
  • Build a career with purpose

    Bring your passion to your role and impact millions of people around the world. You're in the driver's seat – just set your goals, and we'll provide the training and support that will get you there.

    Learn more
  • Bolder, better futures

    Change your life. And the lives of millions around the globe. How? By starting a career where you're supported to grow, while having a tangible impact and learning from the best.

    Learn more
  • Our locations

    We're in 60+ countries, all pulling together to define the future of healthcare. Wherever you work, you'll develop your career alongside experts, using technology to chase bigger breakthroughs.

    Learn more
  • Sanofi Stories

    At Sanofi every voice matters. Get to know the talented Sanofians shaping our future and pushing us toward our ambitious goals.

    Learn more
  • Sanofi at Cambridge Crossing

    Dubbed Sanofi at Cambridge Crossing, our new state-of-the-art facility will create an innovation hub promoting close collaboration and integration among business units. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to chasing the miracles of science that improve people’s lives.

    Learn more
  • Why Sanofi

    Get access to the tools, training, and support to reach your goals. By fulfilling your potential, you’ll help us achieve our aim of halving the time from discovery to therapy.

    Learn more
  • Our people & culture

    We're the first in Pharma to have a DE&I board. We also have Employee Resource Groups that create spaces for every Sanofian to be heard. Your voice matters – use it to shape our future.

    Learn more
  • Sanofi's Postdoctoral Program

    Designed for high-caliber Ph.D. graduates, Sanofi's Postdoctoral Program helps you advance your scientific career in a state-of-the-art environment.

    Learn more
  • Physician Careers at Sanofi

    At Sanofi, physicians like you have the opportunity to collaborate on new ideas and challenge established thinking. Learn about Physician careers here.

    Learn more
  • AI Centre of Excellence

    The AI Centre of Excellence at Sanofi is a unique data-driven team based in Downtown Toronto. We pride ourselves on being data-obsessed and highly focused on using state-of-the-art technologies to drive global impact.

    Learn more
  • Learn more
Two women, seated in an office lobby, working on laptops and talking

What could we achieve together?

Want to join our Global Talent Community? Every Sanofian works on projects that truly make a difference to people’s lives.

What could you achieve? Sign up today and discover our latest opportunities as soon as they’re available.