Job description
Job Title: Lead, Public Affairs, US Vaccines
Job Location: New Jersey, United States of America
Job Location Type: Remote
Job Contract Type: Full-time
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Job title: Lead, Public Affairs, US Vaccines
Location: US, Remote
About the Job
The Public Affairs & Patient Advocacy Vaccines Lead supports the development and execution of Public Affairs & Patient Advocacy strategies, engages key stakeholders, and contributes to initiatives that improve awareness, access, and health outcomes. This role builds foundational capabilities in stakeholder engagement, execution excellence, and data-informed decision-making — and serves as the pipeline for future strategic ownership.
About Sanofi
We're an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people's 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 people's lives.
Main Responsibilities
Strategy Execution & Program Support
Contribute to the development and implementation of stakeholder engagement plans, translating strategic direction into operational activities
Deliver initiatives that improve disease awareness, vaccine confidence, and access, with clear accountability for assigned workstreams
Track, analyze, and report Progress against defined objectives and KPIs, surfacing insights that inform strategy refinement
Stakeholder Engagement
Build and maintain productive relationships with patient advocacy groups, medical societies, and public health organizations within an assigned portfolio
Execute engagement activities and collaborative programs, ensuring consistent follow-through and relationship continuity
Gather, synthesize, and communicate stakeholder insights internally to inform strategic decisions
Represent Sanofi in select external meetings and forums, operating within established guidelines and escalating issues appropriately
Digital & Data Support
Contribute to digitally-enabled engagement efforts including social listening, digital campaigns, and online community engagement
Support collection, analysis, and reporting of program data to evaluate effectiveness and identify improvement opportunities
Develop familiarity with AI-powered tools and analytics platforms to build digital advocacy capabilities
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with internal teams across policy, communications, medical, and market access to support aligned, coordinated execution
Share stakeholder perspectives and emerging trends to enrich cross-functional planning
Support coordination of integrated stakeholder engagement efforts, ensuring activities are sequenced and connected across functions
Operational Excellence & Compliance
Ensure all activities adhere to corporate, legal, and regulatory standards with a high degree of accuracy and accountability
Apply strong project management skills to manage deliverables, timelines, and stakeholder communications
Identify and propose process improvements that increase efficiency and program quality
About You
Basic Qualifications
BA/BS in public health, scientific, policy, or related field; advanced degree preferred
5–7 years of experience in healthcare, pharmaceutical, or public health sectors, of which 2+ years should be in Public Affairs, Patient Advocacy, or related roles
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting stakeholder engagement initiatives in a healthcare or public health context
Exposure to digital health tools or digital engagement strategies
Experience working in cross-functional, matrixed environments
Vaccines or public health experience preferred
Professional Skills
Strong collaboration and partnership skills
Foundational strategic thinking and learning agility
Execution excellence and attention to detail
Effective written and verbal communication
Curiosity, adaptability, and innovation mindset
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 US Services and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers committed to a culturally inclusive 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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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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Eligible countries: United States. Accepted UTC offsets: UTC-10, UTC-9, UTC-8, UTC-7, UTC-6, UTC-5, UTC+14. Review the full description for employer-specific work authorization, residency and schedule requirements.