Associate Medical Advisor - VIE Contract in Reading

Location: United Kingdom, Reading

Target start date: 01/05/2026

iMove, the Sanofi VIE Program, is available to citizens of the European Economic Area (EU + Norway, Liechtenstein and Iceland) aged between 18 and 28. Candidates cannot apply to a VIE assignment in their own country of citizenship. Applications must be submitted in English.

About the job

As Associate Medical Advisor VIE within our Medical team, you will report to the UK & IE Medical Head for aT1D. This role provides an exciting opportunity to support medical activities, stakeholder engagement, and scientific communications within the UK aT1D team. The position offers exposure to cutting-edge developments in autoimmune Type 1 Diabetes while developing expertise in medical affairs within the pharmaceutical industry.

Building on 100 years of expertise in diabetes, we are continuing to push scientific boundaries to improve our understanding of the immune system and bring forward breakthrough medicines that can help improve outcomes for those living with autoimmune Type 1 Diabetes (aT1D).

Main responsibilities:

• Support the development and implementation of medical strategy in alignment with global and local objectives.
• Assist in the preparation and delivery of scientific presentations and medical education materials.
• Contribute to advisory board planning and execution.
• Support medical information activities and scientific response development.
• Support initiatives focused on early detection and screening of aT1D, including awareness campaigns and educational programs.
• Assist in developing and implementing strategies to improve early diagnosis rates in the UK.
• Collaborate with patient organisations and healthcare professionals to raise awareness about early detection and stages of T1D development.
• Stay current with latest research in early detection methodologies, biomarkers, and screening approaches.
• Support data collection and analysis related to early detection programs and their impact.
• Help develop educational materials for healthcare professionals about recognising early symptoms and risk factors.
• Build and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders and healthcare professionals.
• Support engagement with patient advocacy groups and professional organizations.

About you

Experience:

• Understanding of the pharmaceutical industry and/or healthcare environment.
• Experience in stakeholder management.
• Experience in scientific writing or medical communications would be desirable.
• Knowledge of diabetes or autoimmune conditions would be desirable.
• Previous exposure to medical affairs or clinical research would be desirable.

Soft and Technical skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to interpret and communicate scientific data.
• Project management skills.
• Self-motivated and proactive approach.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Adaptable and eager to learn.
• Patient-centric mindset.
• Demonstrates Sanofi's values: Aim Higher, Act for Patients, Be Bold and Lead Together.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific subject (life sciences, biomedical sciences, pharmacology, biochemistry, physiology, or related scientific disciplines) OR equivalent education.
• A higher degree (Master's or PhD) in a relevant scientific field would be a plus.

Languages:

• Fluent English (written and verbal).

Be part of a pioneering biopharma company where patient insights shape drug development. Work at the forefront of AI-powered science that accelerates discovery and improves outcomes. Collaborate beyond your expertise, sparking new ideas with diverse, multidisciplinary teams. Contribute to innovations that improve outcomes, relieve pressure on healthcare systems, and expand access worldwide.

Join a team that's not just transforming treatment - but asking what's next, and making it real. iMove is a unique program tailored for European youth interested in challenging themselves with meaningful assignments across the globe. At Sanofi, we have a strong ambition to invest in young talents who will drive the success of Sanofi tomorrow.

Sanofi's Work Abroad Program, iMove, offers jobs-assignments with actual responsibilities and a perspective to grow. We provide those opportunities in various functions such as marketing, finance, regulatory, supply chain, clinical trials, production, etc. and in more than 40 countries.

Sanofi unites people who are passionate about solving healthcare needs across the world. Joining our iMove Work Abroad Program is a unique opportunity to make a difference through your work.

At Sanofi, we provide equal opportunities to all regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, ability or gender identity.