Job Title:Externally Sponsored Research Manager About the jobWithin Sanofi, we are committed to supporting medically and scientifically sound research aimed at the advancement of disease knowledge and potential treatments in therapeutic areas of interest to Sanofi with the goal of advancing patient care. Sanofi receives, reviews, and responds to unsolicited proposals from health care professionals (HCPs), scientists, and researchers or institutions (i.e. external sponsor) for Externally Sponsored Research (ESR) support, including Investigator Sponsored Studies (ISS) and Externally Sponsored Collaborations (ESC).
The ESR Manager is responsible for operational oversight of unsolicited research support requests submitted through the company web portal, to ensure they are appropriately routed for scientific review. This position will ensure timely and compliant study review, start-up, execution, completion, and tracking of key research milestones as per research agreement, for ESR approved by the Scientific Review Committee (SRC).
The role reports directly to the Sanofi Senior Manager, ESR Operations.
Main Responsibilities- Manages the overall study operational activities for all ESRs from initial proposal submission to study closeout including (but not limited to) SRC management, tracking ESR performance, supply management, contracting, obtaining regulatory documentation and cross-reference letters, transfer of value reporting, tracking payments, and overall ESR program reporting.
- Executes all ESR process-related activities compliantly per Sanofi SOPs, policies & procedures and local laws& regulations. Contributes to program audit readiness and provides accurate and rapid responses to audit inquiries.
- Collaborates cross-functionally to ensure efficient and timely delivery of research agreements, product supply, purchase orders and other deliverables.
- Collaborates closely with SRC providing necessary information and support to ensure compliant, timely, efficient reviews of concepts, study outlines, protocols, and protocol amendments.
- Supports the development of metrics, KPI's and other business analytics to measure progress and inform investment decisions; ensures study updates are collected, documented, tracked, and communicated to stakeholders.
- Oversees ESR system of record; maintains data integrity by enforcing standards, controls & permissions. Works with system vendor and Systems & Process Ops team on issue resolution and enhancements.
- Collaborates with Product Supply teams to ensure product demand forecasts are maintained and updated to reflect current needs for adequate supply of active studies.
- Collaborates and provides information for CMO reporting and cross-GBU initiatives related to ESR.
- Supports dissemination of safety updates and Dear Investigator Letters (DILs).
- Ensures stakeholders are trained and have access to ESR system of record and other ESR related tools.
About youBasic Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree in life sciences or a related scientific discipline
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in clinical operations, hospital settings, pharmaceutical, or another regulated medical environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Project management experience, certification (e.g., PMP) is a plus
- Familiarity with Investigator Sponsored Studies program requirements and the external regulatory environment (e.g., GCP, ICH standards, compliance codes)
- Proven track record of driving efficiency in processes
- Ability to proactively anticipate obstacles and work independently with minimal direction
- Experience managing diverse stakeholders across different functions and seniority levels
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Proven cross-functional collaboration skills across multiple teams and seniority levels
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.
- Be part of a pioneering biopharma company that engages patients early in drug development and uses their insights to design studies that reflect real-world needs.
- Work at the forefront of drug discovery, harnessing cutting-edge AI, data, and digital platforms to push the boundaries of science.
- Help improve the lives of millions of people globally by making drug development quicker and more effective.
The salary range for this position is:
$100.500,00 - $145.166,66
All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.
