R&D Careers
Shape the future of medicine
Start a career that makes a difference
The race is on to speed up drug discovery and development to find answers for patients and their families. That’s what motivates us to pursue medicines and vaccines with the greatest potential to improve lives and protect public health.
That’s where you come in. Your talent and skill will help our tech-enabled, data-driven R&D teams accelerate progress. We have a strong legacy in difficult-to-treat diseases and our robust pipeline focuses on immunology and vaccines.
Are you ready to feel inspired by what you do, every day?
"We are in a privileged position today with many very promising assets in mid- and late-stage development. We believe in our capacity to improve outcomes for patients globally, while bringing innovative new medicines to market and strengthening our leadership in immunology and neuro-inflammation."
Paul Hudson
Chief Executive Officer, Sanofi
Leading an industry
Rise to a new challenge
Help us break down barriers for those who need it most. Work with technologies and artificial intelligence to find miraculous scientific breakthroughs, leading to new innovations that will transform people’s lives.
"It is a great moment to join Sanofi as the company is more than ever at the cutting edge of drug development by living its commitment to science while also evolving its data and computational expertise to deliver better targeted medicines and vaccines to patients faster. I am fully committed to lead Sanofi’s efforts to create impactful drugs ever mindful of responsibilities to sustainability and global health."
Houman Ashrafian
Executive Vice President, Head of R&D
Our impact
50%
increase
In the number of Phase 3 studies between 2023 and 2025 due to Sanofi’s Research and Development.
100%
of trials
Informed by patient insights. Our patient charter, co-created with 80+ patient advocacy groups, has set the industry standard.
€6+
billion euros
Total spend on Research and Development at Sanofi in 2023.
Where will you go next?
Learn from experts. Leverage technology. Use your skills to make a difference. It all starts here.
Experience possibility
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Dimitrije
Dimitrije shares insights into the work carried out by the AI Centre of Excellence in Toronto.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Sanofi Stories
At Sanofi every voice matters. Get to know the talented Sanofians shaping our future and pushing us toward our ambitious goals.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.