Sanofi - Cambridge, MA
posted 4 days ago
Full-time - Senior
Cambridge, MA
10,001+ employees
Chemical Manufacturing
About the position
The Director of New Device Technology Innovation Programs at Sanofi will lead the development of innovative device technologies aimed at achieving clinical readiness and transitioning them into full commercial development. This role is pivotal in interfacing with cross-functional teams, solidifying business cases, and managing all related development activities to enhance the value of Sanofi's drug delivery systems and connected medical devices.
Responsibilities
- Lead and facilitate device technology innovation and development based on clinical and patient needs, commercial and operational requirements, and industry trends.
- Work with the new device technology research team to evaluate new device technology and product solutions.
- Conduct required studies and impact assessments by collaborating with internal and external partners and stakeholders to establish technical and commercial feasibility.
- Advance novel technology and product concepts to be clinically ready and create a full development roadmap.
- Serve as the single point of contact for innovation programs within the Global Device and Packaging Unit (GDPU).
- Synthesize program needs and leverage learnings from different programs to identify platform opportunities.
- Interface with internal and external device development partners to align resources and priorities for new device development programs.
- Align with key stakeholders on selected device solutions to meet clinical program needs.
- Generate the integrated development plan and resource needs.
- 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 is a plus.
- Experience working with research and clinical development teams, with a 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 ecosystem.
- Solid experience in technology development through external partnerships with third parties.
- 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 teams.
- Play to win mindset with extensive experience in influencing and rapid decision-making in matrix and/or governance-driven environments.
- Attention to detail with meticulous planning.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in the biopharmaceutical industry.
- Familiarity with device-mediated therapies and drug delivery systems.
Benefits
- High-quality healthcare coverage.
- Prevention and wellness programs.
- At least 14 weeks' gender-neutral parental leave.
- Opportunities for career growth and development.
