Group Lead Neurology Research

Company: Sanofi
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: March 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Title: Group Lead Neurology Research Location: Cambridge, MA About the Job Join the engine of Sanofis mission where deep immunoscience meets bold, AI-powered research. In R&D, youll drive breakthroughs that could turn the impossible into possible for millions. Newly created senior scientific leadership role in the Neurology research therapeutic area that will lead multiple cross-functional teams and initiatives with the responsibility of shaping the strategic and scientific direction for neurology drug discovery. This role will identify, build and execute on novel targets across multiple programs with the aim of delivering innovative and robust pre-clinical drug candidate packages for clinical testing. The incumbent will have an established record of significantly advancing R&D goals and will maintain a national and international reputation in the neuroscience community. About Sanofi: Were an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving peoples lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system and innovative pipeline enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve peoples lives. Main Responsibilities: Innovative and creative thinker and leader who applies disease area knowledge and uses cutting- edge technology to identify novel targets implicated in neurological disease Lead a team of cross-functional scientists with the goal of delivering robust preclinical packages enabled by biomarkers across multiple modalities Provide scientific insight and direction for multiple research programs using a diversity of modalities Integrate large, diverse and complex data sets from multiple sources to inform on the most robust targets and pathways implicated in disease progression Establish project priorities and resource allocations to ensure the highest impact Leads by example across disciplines to execute on therapeutic area objectives Ability to identify multidisciplinary solutions and recommend a course of action in ambiguous situations Contributes to the vision, mission and tactics of the research therapeutic area and beyond Support due diligence activities, competitive assessments, and evaluation of external opportunities Serves as an inspirational leader within group, therapeutic area and beyond About You Requirements: PhD with at least 12 years of post-doctoral biopharma experience with demonstrated scientific leadership Outstanding track record of scientific publications in high-impact journalswith multiple publications as senior/corresponding author demonstrating thought leadership in neuroscience Established national and international reputationas a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) in neuroscience, as evidenced by Proven track record of significant scientific impactincluding: Multiple IND filings as a key scientific contributor or leader Contributions to regulatory submissions (NDA/BLA) Successful progression of drug candidates from discovery through development Patents with demonstrated commercial or therapeutic impact Demonstrated abilityto lead and influence across R&Dthrough: Successful leadership of multidisciplinary teams achieving department/project objectives Influential leadership outside of formal organizational structure Track record of shaping scientific direction and influencing portfolio decisions Strong business acumenwith experience in due diligence, competitive intelligence, and strategic partnership evaluation Extensive mentoring experiencewith track record of developing scientific talent and fostering scientific excellence Highly self-directed and proactivewith demonstrated ability to work independently in ambiguous situations and identify multidisciplinary solutions Why Choose Us? Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team. Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether its through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally. Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact. 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. Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law. GD-SA LI-SA LI-Onsite vhd All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.

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