Emerging Capability & Strategic Transition Analyst

Sanofi

Emerging Capability & Strategic Transition Analyst at Sanofi, contributing to R&D by identifying and advancing emerging capabilities aligned with AI-enhanced solutions.

Posted 5/20/2026full-timeCambridge • Massachusetts, New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $148,500 - $214,500 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Discover & Develop Emerging Capabilities
Contribute to the scouting, framing, and early validation of new capabilities aligned with Translate, Answer, Generate, and Consult themes.
Analyze feasibility, value, and scalability of MVPs and pilots through collaboration with Capability Leads, Digital Product Owners, and SMEs.
Enable Strategic Transitions
Support capability transitions into core teams or partners by coordinating readiness, documentation, and stakeholder alignment.
Track key indicators (e.g., maturity level, user adoption, resource fit) to assess the timing and pathway for capability handovers.
Help define transition plans that balance speed, sustainability, and strategic fit within our operating model.
Act as a connector between Engagement & Innovation, Capability Owners, and Digital/IT teams to ensure seamless handoffs and continued value realization.
Capture lessons learned and value stories from both emerging and transitioning capabilities to inform future investments.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences, Engineering, Regulatory Affairs, Business, or a related field required.
8+ years of experience in Regulatory Affairs, Digital Innovation, and/or R&D Transformation, preferably in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare industry.
Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and navigate organizational complexity.
Experience turning ideas into value drivers / business case development.
Experience presenting to VPs and above with an understanding of storytelling to drive business decisions is required.
Exposure to product development, digital solution validation, or AI/automation in a regulated setting is preferred.
Familiarity with AI/ML concepts, prompt engineering, or digital product validation in regulated environments is a strong plus.

Benefits

Comp & perks

high-quality healthcare
prevention and wellness programs
at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

Regulatory AffairsDigital InnovationR&D TransformationBusiness Case DevelopmentProduct DevelopmentDigital Solution ValidationAI/AutomationAI/ML ConceptsPrompt Engineering

Soft Skills

Influencing Senior StakeholdersNavigating Organizational ComplexityStorytellingCollaborationStakeholder Alignment

Certifications

Bachelor's Degree