Sanofi · 16 hours ago
Senior Director R&D Portfolio Data Strategy & Insights
Morristown, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$206K/yr - $298K/yr
10+ years expSanofi is a company focused on advancing healthcare through innovative research and development. They are seeking a Senior Director for R&D Portfolio Data Strategy & Insights to lead data governance and analytics initiatives that support strategic decision-making in R&D. The role involves driving the implementation of AI and data management practices to enhance portfolio management and operational excellence.
Health CareLife SciencePharmaceuticalTherapeutics
Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership for Data, AI and GenAI tied to R&D Project and Portfolio Management business objectives
Lead the delivery of a portfolio of new and mature AI data products to generate transformational impact
Continue to build and improve foundational data assets and related governance as standards for adoption across all R&D project and Portfolio Management applications
Develop and execute a comprehensive enterprise data strategy aligned with Sanofi's business objectives and scientific mission
Define data vision, roadmap, and strategic priorities across all Project and Portfolio management functions
Lead digital transformation initiatives that leverage data as a strategic asset
Drive organizational change management to foster a data-driven culture throughout the enterprise
Foster consistent use of data governance practices across the enterprise to ensure reliable portfolio insights
Ensure quality, accuracy, and completeness of data within the project and portfolio business domain to support operational efficiency, portfolio analytics, and strategic initiatives
Act as the subject matter expert for data within their domain and provide domain and context-specific expertise on the data as needed for various projects and portfolio analytics initiatives
Take data ownership and/or identify data owners within their function, communicate expectations from data owners to ensure accountability for portfolio-critical data
Act as the key partner supporting Digital R&D in developing a GenAI-ready semantic layer for delivering the next generation of conversational self-service reporting and data exploration capabilities
Design and implement comprehensive data governance frameworks across R&D that support portfolio analytics and strategic decision-making
Lead initiatives to standardize and streamline data definitions across R&D systems and platforms to ensure consistency in portfolio reporting
Partner with Master Data Management, Ontology, and Controlled Vocabulary initiatives to ensure interoperability and harmonization of data/metadata supporting portfolio analytics and reporting
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree (Ph.D., MBA, or equivalent) in life sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, Data Science, or a related field required
Minimum of 10 years of experience in portfolio data strategy, portfolio management and analytics, or a related field within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization
Natural curiosity to stay abreast of the latest and greatest trends in AI
Expert knowledge of data governance frameworks and methodologies
Strong track record in metadata management and data cataloging initiatives
Proven ability to lead and develop new capabilities and collaborate effectively across functions
Maturity and leadership skills to be able to interact at senior levels including influencing strategic decisions and working in a matrix environment
Strong understanding of AI and machine learning principles, particularly regarding data requirements for AI applications. Able to get hands-on as needed to dive deep while pressure testing the technology with team
Natural strategic thinking mindset with ability to pragmatically solve complex problems, make tough arbitration in business context and drive tangible business outcomes
Results-driven and proven track record in building and deploying data and AI systems / solutions into production in manufacturing environments and enabling end-user adoption
Knowledge of industry standard data governance tools and platforms
Fluent English, both written and verbal
Benefits
High-quality healthcare
Prevention and wellness programs
At least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave
Company
Sanofi
Sanofi is a global biopharma company focused on prescription drugs, vaccines, and treatments for chronic, rare, and infectious diseases.
10001+ employees
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2025 (101)
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$6.97BKey Investors
Blackstone Life SciencesEvotec
2025-10-28Post Ipo Debt· $3B
2025-06-17Post Ipo Debt· $1.74B
2025-03-05Post Ipo Debt· $1.59B
Leadership Team
Paul Hudson
Chief Executive Officer
Francois-Xavier Roger
Chief Financial Officer
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