Job title: Research and Development - Scientific Competitive Intelligence Lead
Location: Cambridge, MA / Morristown, NJ
R&D Scientific Competitive Intelligence Lead - Rare & Neurology Diseases and OphthalmologyPosition Overview:The Portfolio Strategy & Management Team is looking to add a team-oriented member in the role of Scientific Competitive Intelligence Lead for Rare & Neurology Diseases and Ophthalmology. This role reports to the Global Head of Pipeline Reporting, Benchmarking and Competitive Intelligence and is critical in shaping R&D strategy by integrating reliable, relevant intelligence to inform pipeline positioning (with a focus on research and early development), anticipate competitive threats, and identify growth opportunities.
The ideal candidate will combine deep pharmaceutical R&D expertise, with a strong scientific background, and with strategic business acumen, translating complex competitive landscapes into actionable recommendations that drive measurable business outcomes.
Main Responsibilities:Deliver data-driven assessments and recommendations- Lead the development of deep, forward-looking competitive insights to inform therapeutic area strategy, portfolio decisions, and lifecycle management, directly influencing strategic decision-making.
- Act as trusted CI strategic advisor to senior R&D leadership, translating critical business questions into intelligence priorities that protect competitive advantage and identify growth opportunities
- Lead a team of CI analysts (on-/off-shore) delivering critical insights to support portfolio, ensuring optimal allocation of R&D resources across the pipeline
- Engage in annual Portfolio Strategy Week (PSW) activities, ensuring external market perspectives are integrated and CI priorities align with the outcomes.
- Collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders (R/D/C/M) on competitive intelligence investigations, integrating diverse inputs to accelerate decision velocity and improve decision quality
- Demonstrate measurable CI value by quantifying how insights inform decisions, mitigate
- Partner strategically with R&D Strategy, Portfolio Analytics, and Benchmarking to accomplish common goals and maximize organizational impact
Business transformation/capability development:- Build competitive advantage by identifying and implementing opportunities to enhance CI capabilities, practices, and strategic impact-positioning Sanofi as an industry leader in competitive intelligence
- Support the CI digitization roadmap including piloting the use of AI/GenAI to accelerate insights and democratize access to Sanofi competitive environment
- Lead strategic CI initiatives and represent the function in cross-functional projects that impact business outcomes
- Contribute to building a best-in-class CI organization within the R&D Hub
- Provide leadership, mentorship, and strategic direction to off-shore CI teams for Rare & Neurology Diseases and Ophthalmology
- Ensure alignment between CI outputs and stakeholder expectations; validate insights before dissemination and oversee prioritization of activities based on business impact and rgency
- Participate in recruitment and onboarding of top CI talent to build organizational capability
About YouQualifications:- Bachelor's degree with 10+ years' experience in the pharmaceutical industry, preferably R&D, or Master's degree with 5+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Advanced degree preferred
- Partner strategically with R&D Strategy, Portfolio Analytics, and Benchmarking to accomplish common goals and maximize organizational impact
- Deep scientific knowledge of the drug development process from discovery to product launch, including familiarity with clinical development and regulatory aspects
- Therapeutic area expertise in Rare Diseases and/or Neurology & Ophthalmology is a strong plus
- Experience leading / mentoring high-performing teams is preferred
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities, with demonstrated capacity to translate complex data into actionable business recommendations that drive measurable outcomes
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with ability to influence senior executives and key stakeholders through compelling data storytelling.
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.
The salary range for this position is:
$206,250.00 - $297,916.66
All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs. Additional benefits information can be found through the LINK.
