Global Head, Vaccine Partnerships & Funding

Sanofi; France; Hybrid; EUR 134,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanofi in Lyon invites a Global Head to lead Science Partnerships and Funding for Vaccines R&D. You will shape external funding strategies, build public-private partnerships, and steward a global team across regions.

You will collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, and Commercial teams to ensure alignment with strategic priorities, manage budgets, and deliver high-impact partnerships that accelerate vaccine development. Fluent English required; international setting.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a relevant field or MD/PharmD required.
• 10+ years post-graduate experience preferred.
• Proven track record in public-private partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement external partnership strategy across the R&D value chain.
• Lead and manage the SPF team worldwide.
• Engage global funders and external stakeholders across regions.
• Oversee grant submissions and budgets with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Public-private partnerships

Strategy development

Team leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

English fluency

Education

Ph.D. in relevant field or MD/PharmD

Job description

Sanofi in Lyon invites a Global Head to lead Science Partnerships and Funding for Vaccines R&D. You will shape external funding strategies, build public-private partnerships, and steward a global team across regions.

You will collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, and Commercial teams to ensure alignment with strategic priorities, manage budgets, and deliver high-impact partnerships that accelerate vaccine development. Fluent English required; international setting.