Sanofi

US Associate Director of Respiratory Patient Experience

Sanofi$148K — $214K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred (MBA, MPH, PharmD or similar)
  • 7+ years in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry, ideally with patient experience or marketing
  • Experience in respiratory therapeutic areas is a plus
  • Strong strategic thinking and cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Proficiency in data analytics, omnichannel marketing execution, and experience design
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities

Responsibilities

  • Support data-driven patient journey mapping to uncover unmet needs
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute journey initiatives
  • Monitor and contribute to patient KPIs for ongoing improvement
  • Implement customer experience design best practices across initiatives
  • Coordinate field immersion programs to enhance patient focus
  • Execute franchise patient ambassador activities
  • Track market trends and competitive insights for innovation

Benefits

  • Supportive, future-focused work environment
  • Opportunities for career growth through promotions or lateral moves
  • Comprehensive rewards package recognizing contributions
  • Wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including quality healthcare
  • At least 14 weeks of gender-neutral parental leave
Full Job Description
Job Title: US Associate Director of Respiratory Patient Experience

Location: Cambridge, MA

Role Overview

The US Associate Director of Respiratory Patient Experience is a strategic contributor responsible for supporting the design and execution of the end-to-end patient journey across the respiratory portfolio. This role focuses on implementing patient-centric marketing initiatives, precision engagement tactics, and

omnichannel strategies.

The AD will apply data-driven insights, behavioral analysis, and human-centered design principles to collaborate with cross-functional teams in delivering measurable improvements in patient outcomes and experience through intervention strategies. Reports to the Head of Respiratory Patient Experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient Experience Implementation & Optimization
  • Support comprehensive, data-driven experience and journey mapping to identify unmet needs, pain points, and critical decision moments
  • Conduct root-cause analysis of patient segment challenges to inform targeted intervention design
  • Collaborate with the brand product strategy team, R&D, Medical, Market Access, Patient Support Services, and Digital teams to execute unified journey initiatives
  • Monitor patient KPIs and contribute to success measurement frameworks for continuous improvement
  • Implement customer experience design best practices across marketing initiatives
  • Coordinate field immersion and insight programs to maintain patient-centricity
  • Support Alliance cross-functional planning and execution activities
  • Contribute to patient forum operations and engagement
  • Execute franchise patient ambassador program activities

Data-Driven Strategy Execution
  • Apply data fluency and performance mindset to daily operations
  • Utilize real-time data and predictive analytics to optimize engagement strategies
  • Execute test-and-learn experiments across marketing initiatives
  • Apply behavioral science analytical frameworks to identify drivers and barriers across patient segments

Omnichannel Strategy Implementation
  • Execute next-generation omnichannel tactics in partnership with marketers and US Go-To-Market-Capabilities (GTMC)
  • Collaborate with Digital and GTMC teams to activate personalized content across channels (email, rep-triggered, paid media, etc.)
  • Develop digital and omnichannel proficiency through hands-on execution

Precision Patient Engagement
  • Implement AI-powered, behaviorally informed strategies for patient acquisition and engagement
  • Apply behavioral science principles to targeting and messaging execution
  • Design and implement evidence-based interventions tailored to identified patient segment challenges

Retention & Adherence Execution
  • Execute behavioral design initiatives to maximize adherence drivers and minimize barriers
  • Collaborate closely with Public Affairs, Patient Advocacy, and Patient Support Services
  • Translate behavioral root-cause findings into structured intervention strategies that address specific experience gaps

Market Intelligence & Innovation
  • Contribute outside-in thinking through competitive analysis and external trend monitoring
  • Track emerging developments in patient experience, digital health, and engagement strategies

Experience Design & Content Development
  • Execute human-centered design initiatives to enhance touchpoint experiences
  • Develop and optimize non-branded value content (e.g., affordability resources, mental health support, patient warm welcome program)
  • Ensure experience design decisions are grounded in behavioral evidence and patient segment insights


About You

Qualifications:
  • Education: Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree (MBA, MPH, PharmD, or similar) preferred
  • Experience: 7+ years in pharmaceutical or healthcare industry, with experience in patient experience, marketing, or access functions. Respiratory therapeutic area experience is an asset
  • Key Proficiencies:
    • Strategic thinking and cross-functional collaboration
    • Journey mapping and behavioral insight application
    • Omnichannel and digital marketing execution
    • Data analytics and performance measurement
    • Human-centered design and experience optimization
    • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills


The salary range for this position is:
$148,500.00 - $214,500.00

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.

About Sanofi

Sanofi is a global pharmaceutical company that specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of prescription drugs and vaccines. The company operates in over 170 countries and has a diverse portfolio of products that includes treatments for diabetes, cancer, cardiovascular disease, and rare diseases. Sanofi is committed to improving global health and has a strong focus on innovation and sustainability. The company has received numerous awards for its research and development efforts and is recognized as a leader in the pharmaceutical industry.
Learn more about Sanofi
Market Cap
$121.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$12.3 billion
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
+2.5%
Revenue
$37.3 billion
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