Project Coordinator, Immunology, Cambridge, MA

Main Responsibilities
- Develop and execute global public affairs plans to meet the strategic objectives of the Immunology Franchise, focusing on pipeline assets for dermatology, respiratory, and GI conditions.
- Drive implementation of a robust Global PA strategy to support high-priority business objectives and prepare the ecosystem for significant launches and/or uptake of new therapies.
- Reinforce Sanofi’s leadership in innovation and patient commitment in immunology.
- Drive “Where to Play” strategy for priority markets where Global PA can deliver value.
- Strengthen relationships with patient groups and key stakeholders to center the “voice of the patient” in business strategy and development opportunities.
- Develop external policy/market shaping strategy for key disease states in priority countries in partnership with local PA teams (identify patients, build advocacy, shape policy to accelerate/sustain access to treatment).
- Build immunology expertise within the PA community.
- Collaborate with local PA teams to ensure global strategies reflect local realities and the relevance/utility of global tools.
- Leverage resources across US and Corporate Affairs functions to secure alignment and champion a consistent “one voice.”
- Pull through global strategic initiatives to support immunology leadership and reputation building.
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners (clinical development, new product planning, market access, medical, regulatory, commercial) to incorporate external community input, build strategies for early market-shaping needs (e.g., screening/diagnostics, payment reform, care delivery barriers), and educate external partners on the Sanofi pipeline.
- Cultivate strategic partnerships with stakeholders and patient groups aligned to priority pipeline assets.
- Monitor and communicate external threats/opportunities and trends impacting business strategy to TA leadership.
- Develop and execute external engagement strategy for senior TA leadership to establish commitment to immunology.

Qualifications / Required Skills & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- 3+ years combined experience across Public Affairs, Market Access, Policy, or Government Affairs with policy-shaping responsibilities.
- Experience developing policy and advocacy strategies within an industry (or advocacy organization) public affairs role.
- Experience working on early-stage assets and engaging cross-functionally with R&D and new product planning/BD.
- Strong collaboration across Local, Regional, and Global teams; proven ability to lead in a highly matrixed environment.
- Ability to travel up to 30% overall.

Required Competencies
- Strategic thinker; strong understanding of PA’s role in business success.
- Track record translating strategy to action (developing high-impact PA strategies; deploying PA tools/tactics).
- Strong leadership skills to build consensus, influence, and mobilize teams.
- Effective cross-functional collaboration in a matrix.
- Working knowledge of product development lifecycle, competitor intelligence, and early market-shaping needs.
- Ability to develop and cultivate relationships with patient organizations and strategic partners.
- Knowledge of stakeholder groups (multilateral institutions, trade associations, patient organizations) and the healthcare industry.
- Excellent oral/written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Comfortable in ambiguous, fast-paced environments.

Preferred Skills & Experience
- Post-graduate degree in public health or related field; doctorate or business degree (e.g., MD, PhD, PharmD, MBA or equivalent).
- Prior experience in immunology.

Reporting
- Reports to the Head, Global Public Affairs, Immunology.