Medical Science Liaison

About the Role

Sanofi is seeking a Medical Science Liaison to join its Specialty Care team. This full-time role involves bridging Sanofi with the healthcare community by translating clinical science into insights that support patient outcomes. The position focuses on transforming care for individuals with immune challenges, rare diseases, cancers, and neurological conditions, delivering treatments for unmet needs.

Company Overview

Sanofi is an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company dedicated to improving lives and achieving growth. The company focuses on understanding the immune system and developing medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions globally. This role contributes to delivering breakthrough treatments and ensuring patient voices influence clinical strategy, particularly for rare diseases and complex conditions.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and manage relationships with scientific external experts (SEEs) and key healthcare stakeholders to enhance understanding of patient needs and clinical opportunities.
• Provide accurate, balanced, and timely scientific information to healthcare professionals and decision-makers regarding rare diseases and Sanofi's therapeutic portfolio.
• Collaborate with Medical Affairs and clinical teams to coordinate Phase III and IV clinical projects, identify real-world evidence opportunities, facilitate publication submissions, and support site selection for clinical studies.
• Gather field intelligence on competitor activities, patient journeys, and healthcare ecosystem dynamics, communicating insights to the brand team to inform strategy.
• Support commercial teams by acting as a product expert during training sessions and addressing clinical objections.
• Participate in medical and scientific conferences, staff information booths, and observe Sanofi-sponsored speakers to stay current with field developments.
• Ensure compliance with pharmacovigilance procedures, risk management plans, and Sanofi's Code of Ethics and governance requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

• A university degree in life sciences (MD, PhD, PharmD, or an advanced degree is preferred).
• Experience of 2-5 years in pharmaceutical, medical, or clinical environments, with demonstrated success in building and maintaining relationships with healthcare professionals and scientific experts.
• Experience in Specialty Care or rare diseases is an advantage.

Professional Growth and Environment

This role offers the opportunity to develop expertise in a specialized therapeutic area, with exposure to Phase III and IV clinical projects and real-world evidence initiatives. The work environment is supportive and purpose-driven, providing access to continuous learning, mentorship, and career development opportunities within Sanofi's global network. The position involves building relationships with healthcare experts and scientific communities across the Middle East region.