Head of Global Research - Vaccines
$345,000–$498,333 year
Hybrid · Waltham, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Head of Vaccines Global Research leadership role focused on defining and delivering the scientific vision and strategy for vaccines research and development. Leads a world-class organization across infectious disease platforms (including mRNA, protein subunit, viral vectors, conjugates) and integrates AI/ML, platform science, and immunology to advance vaccine candidates from discovery to development. Responsible for cross-functional leadership, external partnerships, portfolio strategy, resource prioritization, and collaboration with VRDLT and external stakeholders. Requires a doctoral-level scientific degree with extensive experience in vaccine research, demonstrated capability to lead large, multidisciplinary teams, and a track record of translating scientific strategy into actionable plans. The position emphasizes strategic thinking, collaboration across geographies, regulatory awareness, and a commitment to advancing vaccines and public health, with flexible hybrid work arrangements and a competitive compensation package including a defined salary range. The role is based in Waltham, MA, USA, with Sanofi’s equal-opportunity commitment and opportunities for international mobility and leadership development.
Required Qualifications
- Advanced scientific degree required — PhD, MD/PhD, or MD in Immunology, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Biochemistry, or a closely related life science discipline
- Postdoctoral training in infectious disease, antigen design or immunology, ideally with exposure to translational or applied vaccine research is preferred
- 15 years of progressive experience in vaccine research, infectious disease, or immunology, spanning both discovery and translational stages is required
- Hands-on expertise with at least two or more vaccine platforms (e.g., mRNA, protein subunit, viral vector, conjugate) is highly desired
- Strong leadership experience in large, multidisciplinary R&D teams across geographies and functions
- Experience as a member of an executive or senior leadership team, contributing to organizational strategy beyond functional boundaries
- Ability to translate scientific strategy into operational plans with clear milestones and resource requirements
- Knowledge of intellectual property, business development, licensing, or external partnership negotiations
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