Global Head of AI-Driven Innovations, Clinical Data and AI Processing

Job Title: Global Head of AI-Driven Innovations, Clinical Data and AI Processing

Location: Cambridge, MA

About The Job

Are you ready to shape the future of medicine? The race is on to speed up drug discovery and development to find answers for patients and their families. Your skills could be critical in helping our teams accelerate progress.

At Sanofi, we chase the miracles of science to improve people's lives. We are accelerating Sanofi's modernization journey, supporting our Play to Win strategy to become more focused, integrated, agile, and efficient. The current wave of digital technologies in artificial intelligence (AI) and Generative AI offers enormous opportunities to transform clinical development.

To harness the power of new technologies and accelerate digital transformation, we created a new Clinical Data & AI Processing (CDAIP) department within Clinical Sciences and Operations. The Global Head of AI-Driven Innovations in CDAIP will drive the strategy to apply artificial intelligence and cutting-edge innovations to transform clinical data processing and analytics, enhancing drug development processes and patient outcomes.

We are an innovative global healthcare company with one purpose: to chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives. We’re also a company where you can flourish and grow your career, with countless opportunities to explore, make connections with people, and stretch the limits of what you thought was possible. Ready to get started?

Main Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: develop and lead a comprehensive strategy for leveraging AI and advanced data processing in clinical development; enable real-time, interactive access to clinical data and analytics with AI-powered processes Innovation
• Driver: identify emerging technologies and methodologies in AI and data science that can be applied to clinical data processing; spearhead the development and implementation of innovative AI and end-end data processing & solutions for clinical data analysis; manage complex, multi-disciplinary projects that leverage AI and advanced data processing in clinical research and change management
• Team Leadership: build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of data scientists, AI specialists, and clinical data & analytical experts; promote a collaborative work environment that encourages creativity and problem-solving; foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and excellence within the team and ensure CDAIP and CSO stay at the forefront of industry advancements
• Stakeholder Management: collaborate with senior leadership to align department goals with overall company strategy; partner with clinical and Digital teams to ensure seamless integration of AI and data processing solutions into existing workflows
• Compliance and Ethics: ensure all AI and data processing activities comply with relevant regulations and ethical standards; develop and maintain robust data governance and security protocols related to AI; stay informed about evolving regulations and industry standards related to AI in healthcare
  
  

About You

• Advanced degree (Ph.D. preferred) in Computer Science, Data Science, Bioinformatics, or a related field Deep understanding of machine learning, natural language processing, and other relevant AI technologies
• Strong knowledge of clinical development processes and regulatory requirements
• 10 years of experience in leadership roles within clinical data processing and/or analytics, AI, or related fields in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry
• Proven track record of successfully implementing AI and advanced data processing solutions in clinical research Visionary mindset with a passion for driving innovation in healthcare
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to translate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
  
  

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 it’s 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.

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