Medical Engagement Lead aT1D_Belgium

Sanofi; Diegem; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanofi in Belgium is seeking a Medical Engagement Lead (MEL) for Autoimmune Type 1 Diabetes to shape and execute the medical engagement strategy across the product lifecycle. You will provide scientific leadership and ensure ethical, evidence‑based medical activities while acting as the key medical contact internally and externally.

This field-based role requires strong collaboration with Commercial, Clinical Development, Regulatory, Market Access, and Public Affairs teams to drive lifecycle

Qualifications

• Advanced scientific degree required with strong background in immunology, autoimmunity, or Type 1 Diabetes.
• Minimum 5–8 years in Medical Affairs or related roles within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Proven track record in scientific engagement and medical strategy development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the Medical Affairs strategy for Autoimmune Type 1 Diabetes, aligned with global and regional priorities.
• Drive medical insights generation, synthesize field intelligence, and influence internal decision‑making.
• Identify evidence gaps and contribute to data generation plans, including RWE, investigator‑initiated studies, and post‑authorization commitments.

Skills

Scientific engagement

Medical strategy development

Stakeholder influence

Cross-functional leadership

Analytical thinking

Regulatory & compliance

Education

Advanced scientific degree

Job description

Title:R2874796 Medical Engagement Lead aT1D_Belgium

Location:Diegem – Belgium

Work Arrangements:Field Base

Role Summary

The Medical Engagement Lead (MEL) for Autoimmune Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) serves as the strategic medical leader for the therapeutic area, responsible for shaping and executing the medical engagement strategy across the product lifecycle. This role ensures strong scientific leadership, impactful stakeholder engagement, and cross-functional alignment to drive the medical excellence and credibility of the company within the autoimmune T1D landscape.

The MEL acts as the key medical point of contact internally and externally, representing the company’s scientific vision while ensuring ethical, compliant, and evidence‑based medical activities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Medical Strategy & Planning

• Lead the development and execution of the Medical Affairs strategy for Autoimmune Type 1 Diabetes, aligned with global and regional priorities.
• Drive medical insights generation, synthesize field intelligence, and influence internal decision‑making.
• Identify evidence gaps and contribute to data generation plans, including RWE (real‑world evidence), investigator‑initiated studies, and post‑authorization commitments.

2. Scientific Engagement & External Leadership

• Build and maintain strong scientific relationships with key external experts (KEEs), clinical researchers, and relevant medical societies.
• Serve as the primary medical spokesperson for the autoimmune T1D portfolio at advisory boards, scientific meetings, and medical education events.
• Ensure timely and impactful communication of scientific data aligned with compliance standards.

3. Cross-functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Commercial, Clinical Development, Regulatory, Market Access, and Public Affairs teams to ensure integrated planning and execution.
• Provide strategic medical leadership in brand planning, value propositions, and lifecycle management.
• Contribute robust medical input to launch readiness and post‑launch optimization activities.

4. Medical Governance & Compliance

• Ensure all medical activities meet internal standards, local regulations, and industry codes of practice.
• Provide medical review and approval of promotional and non‑promotional materials.
• Maintain up‑to‑date expertise on autoimmune T1D science, competitive landscape, emerging therapies, and evolving standards of care.

5. Internal Medical Leadership

• Act as the medical mentor for Field Medical teams (e.g., MSLs) and ensure strong alignment between HQ and field insights.
• Facilitate internal medical training to enhance organizational knowledge of autoimmune T1D.
• Champion a culture of scientific excellence, compliance, and patient‑centricity.

Required Qualifications

• Advanced scientific degree (MD, PharmD, PhD, or equivalent).
• Deep scientific knowledge of immunology, autoimmunity, and/or Type 1 Diabetes strongly preferred.
• Minimum 5–8 years’ experience in Medical Affairs, clinical development, or related roles within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• Proven track record in scientific engagement and medical strategy development.
• Strong understanding of local regulatory and compliance frameworks.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Thinking – ability to translate science into strategic medical plans.
• Scientific Excellence – strong analytical and communication skills to interpret and articulate complex data.
• Stakeholder Influence – ability to build trust‑based relationships with external and internal partners.
• Cross-functional Leadership – comfort navigating matrix organizations and driving alignment.
• Agility & Execution – ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver impactful outcomes.
• Integrity & Compliance Focus – commitment to ethical, patient‑centric decision‑making.

Languages: Strong communication and presentation skills in English and French both written and verbal

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