Global Head of Process Engineering - Synthetics_ all genders

Global Head of Process Engineering - Synthetics Location: Sisteron, Montpellier – France / Cambridge, US About the job: Are you ready to shape the future of medicine? Join our Synthetics CMC Development team in R&D as a Head of Process Engineering and you’ll contribute to our mission to serve patients, while enjoying opportunities to broaden your experience and hone your skills. Within R&D, our Synthetics CMC Development team manages all aspects of synthetic/small molecule drug development, from candidate selection to product approval. Our mission is to serve patients through relentless innovation in synthetic drug development. Main responsibilities: Reporting to the Global Head of Synthetics CMC Development, you will devise the science, innovation, and CMC strategy for all synthetic/small molecule drug candidates. You will lead a global organization (~50 FTEs in France/USA) responsible for applying cutting-edge process engineering principles across both drug substance (DS) & drug product (DP) design. You will drive the development of innovative, efficient, environmentally friendly, cost-effective, and phase-appropriate DS/DP manufacturing processes for Sanofi’s small molecule R&D pipeline. You will support clinical/commercial process development, risk assessments, QbD (Quality by Design) control strategy, tech transfer, scale-up, and process performance qualification/validation. You will develop and deploy advanced technologies for automated experimentation, robotics, lab informatics, predictive modeling, and process analytical technologies. You will drive the application of artificial intelligence & machine learning tools for process simulation and optimization. You will establish technology platforms for activities such as DS/DP continuous manufacturing and process safety evaluation. About you: Educational Background: Ph.D. in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or equivalent with 10+ years in pharma/biotech. Scientific Achievements: Strong track record with peer-reviewed publications and patents. Strategic Leadership: Proven ability to create vision and develop strategy. Drug Development Experience: Expertise in pre-clinical, clinical, and commercial phases, including process design and regulatory filings. CMC and GMP Knowledge: Deep understanding of CMC aspects of GMP development. Proven ability: To deliver effective engineering solutions for drug substances and products. Technical and Project Management Skills: Demonstrated ability to manage projects and lead diverse teams. Leadership and Innovation: Proven leadership in managing CDMOs and fostering a culture of experimentation. Why choose us: Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team. Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent. Enjoy a thoughtful rewards package that recognizes your contribution. Take good care of yourself and your family with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits. At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or gender identity. #J-18808-Ljbffr