Role Description
Sanofi’s Medical Science Liaisons (MSLs) are externally facing scientific partners that transform medical practice and shape the healthcare ecosystem using a data-driven, AI-enabled approach to deliver personalized scientific engagement to Healthcare Organizations, Healthcare Providers, and Clinical Researchers. MSLs support our products and disease states throughout the product life cycle, maximizing the impact of our innovative medicines to improve patient lives.
Join the engine of Sanofi’s mission — where deep immunoscience meets bold, AI-powered research. In R&D, you’ll drive breakthroughs that could turn the impossible into possible for millions.
Note: Candidates must live within the territory or relocate at their own expense.
Main Responsibilities
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Build engagement plans, in collaboration with field partners, that drive internal collaboration to generate field insights, share knowledge and expertise that inform strategic decision-making.
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Be the trusted scientific partner to external experts, decision-makers, and organizations through timely scientific engagement with an aim to enhance the understanding of the scientific and medical value of our products and pipeline.
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Conduct quality scientific presentations to educate healthcare providers on disease state and treatment landscape.
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Understand countries’ medical priorities and incorporate medical plans aligned with business priorities.
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Gather and share clinical insights that deepen our understanding of the needs of patients, healthcare providers, and the healthcare ecosystem.
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Engage with clinical investigators to support Sanofi’s pipeline and investigator sponsored studies (within compliance standards) within territory.
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Respond to unsolicited requests for medical information associated with supported products and disease state area.
Key Accountabilities
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External Engagement:
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Through scientific engagement and exchange, MSLs build and develop enduring peer-to-peer relationships with healthcare professionals and organizations.
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Use data-driven decision making by using CRM data & insights to drive timely scientific engagement to enhance the understanding of the scientific and medical value of our products and pipeline.
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Demonstrate proficiency using Scientific Engagement Model (SEM).
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Engage key decision makers and external experts to prepare for upcoming first in class/best in class launches.
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Conduct quality scientific presentations to educate healthcare providers on disease state and treatment landscape.
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Conduct engagements with scientific experts at medical conferences.
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Gather and share clinical insights that deepen our understanding of the needs of patients, healthcare providers, and the healthcare ecosystem.
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Engage with clinical investigators to support Sanofi’s pipeline and investigator sponsored studies (within compliance standards).
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Respond to unsolicited requests for medical information associated with Sanofi products and disease states.
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Navigate the health care environments at regional and local level.
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Internal Collaboration:
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Collaborate closely and compliantly with cross-functional matrix teams (e.g., Commercial/Marketing, Market Access, Medical Value & Outcomes, Office Based Medical) on internal projects and territory/account plans.
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Demonstrate medical solution-finding and value within the matrix team; active involvement and engagement during matrix meetings.
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Contribute to internal project teams as assigned appropriately prioritizing external activities.
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Attend internal team meetings and manager 1:1 meetings.
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Administrative Work:
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Document field interactions and insights in CRM within 2 business days.
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Monitor progress towards individual and team goals on a monthly basis.
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Document Knowledge surveys in CRM following each interaction with MyFocus KOLs and High Burden HCPs.
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Create and maintain medical account plans in appropriate tool.
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Complete all company assigned trainings and certifications.
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Stay updated on emerging scientific and technological advances and regulatory requirements to inform strategic decision-making.
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Develop and maintain Scientific Engagement skills.
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Create, execute and update individual development plan.
Qualifications
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Advanced degree in a relevant scientific or medical field (e.g., Masters, PhD, PharmD, MD).
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2+ years experience in field medical role or pharmaceutical industry.
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Prior experience working with healthcare systems, payers, healthcare providers, and researchers (preferred).
Skills by Category
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Technical Skills:
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Clinical Research
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Scientific Leadership
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Medical Teaching
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Healthcare Policies
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Healthcare Strategy
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Biopharmaceutical Industry Knowledge
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Functional Skills:
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Knowledge Sharing
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Technology Adaptation
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Business Development
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Transversal Skills:
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Stakeholder Relationship Management
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Communication Skills
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Scientific Communication
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Leadership skills
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Strategic Thinking
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Results-Oriented
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People Leadership
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Influencing Others
Benefits
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Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team.
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Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally.
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Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact.
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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.
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Be part of a pioneering biopharma company that engages patients early in drug development and uses their insights to design studies that reflect real-world needs.
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Work at the forefront of drug discovery, harnessing cutting-edge AI, data, and digital platforms to push the boundaries of science.
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Help improve the lives of millions of people globally by making drug development quicker and more effective.