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Rwe Scientist

Sanofi
Sanofi
7 years
preferred by company
10 Feb. 9, 2026
Job Description
Job Type: Full Time Education: B.Sc./ M.Sc./ M.Pharm/ B.Pharm/ Life Sciences Skills: Causality Assessment, Clinical SAS Programming, Communication Skills, CPC Certified, GCP guidelines, ICD-10 CM Codes, CPT-Codes, HCPCS Codes, ICD-10 CM, CPT, HCPCS Coding, ICH guidelines, ICSR Case Processing, Interpersonal Skill, Labelling Assessment, MedDRA Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Medical Terminology, Narrative Writing, Research & Development, Technical Skill, Triage of ICSRs, WHO DD Coding

RWE Scientist

Location: Hyderabad, India
Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time
Travel: As per business requirements
Hiring Manager: Head, Scientific Communications – Sanofi Business Operations


About the Company

Sanofi is a global healthcare leader committed to transforming the practice of medicine through scientific innovation, digital advancement, and data-driven insights. With a diverse portfolio spanning established therapies and breakthrough treatments in immunology, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and transplant medicine, Sanofi works to improve health outcomes for millions worldwide.

Sanofi Business Operations (SBO), based in India, serves as a strategic internal partner supporting Specialty Care, Vaccines, General Medicines, Consumer Healthcare, Contract Manufacturing Operations, and R&D, Data & Digital functions across global markets.


Role Overview

The Real-World Evidence (RWE) Scientist plays a critical scientific role in developing, coordinating, and executing global real-world evidence strategies to support pharmaceutical development, regulatory submissions, and commercialization. This position works closely with global RWE Strategy Therapeutic Area Leads and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure high scientific rigor, ethical compliance, and timely delivery of RWE studies aligned with business and patient needs.


Key Responsibilities

  • Partner with global RWE Strategy Leads to design, execute, analyze, interpret, and communicate epidemiological and outcomes research studies.

  • Provide strategic RWE and HEOR input across all stages of the product lifecycle, including discovery, development, registration, and commercialization.

  • Lead or support end-to-end execution of real-world studies, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to high scientific and quality standards.

  • Contribute to RWE strategies supporting regulatory submissions, health authority interactions, and patient access initiatives.

  • Apply innovative pharmacoepidemiology and outcomes research methodologies to address evidence gaps and support decision-making.

  • Identify, evaluate, and validate external real-world data sources such as claims databases, EHRs, registries, and other healthcare datasets.

  • Provide methodological leadership and set best practices for real-world evidence generation within assigned therapeutic areas.

  • Collaborate effectively with global, regional, and local stakeholders in a complex matrix environment.

  • Communicate evidence strategy, study progress, risks, and mitigation plans clearly to internal and external partners.


Education Qualifications

  • Advanced degree (PhD, PharmD, MD, MPH, or equivalent) in Pharmacoepidemiology, Biostatistics, Health Outcomes Research, or a related discipline.


Experience Requirements

  • Minimum 7 years of experience in real-world evidence generation within or for the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry.

  • Demonstrated expertise in applying RWE to support global pharmaceutical development, regulatory approval, and market access.

  • Strong understanding of product development across all lifecycle stages.

  • Experience using innovative RWE and HEOR methodologies to address complex evidence needs.

  • Prior exposure to multiple therapeutic areas; experience in transplant, diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2), and cardiovascular diseases is highly preferred.

  • Proven ability to work cross-functionally within global, matrix-driven organizations.


Technical Skills

  • Strong expertise in pharmacoepidemiology, HEOR, and real-world study designs.

  • Hands-on experience with routinely collected healthcare data including claims databases, electronic health records, registries, and structured or unstructured data sources.

  • Ability to translate business and scientific questions into robust study designs and data requirements.

  • Experience in project management of real-world studies and management reporting.


Soft Skills & Competencies

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage scientific and commercial audiences.

  • Strong collaboration, negotiation, and stakeholder management capabilities.

  • High level of cultural sensitivity and adaptability in global teams.

  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a strong sense of ownership, urgency, and accountability.

  • Growth mindset with a passion for continuous learning and innovation.


Language Requirements

  • Fluency in written and spoken business English is mandatory.

  • Working knowledge of French or other European languages is an advantage.


Equal Employment Opportunity

Sanofi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Sanofi is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and providing reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process.


Why Join Sanofi

At Sanofi, progress is driven by people who dare to challenge convention and push scientific boundaries. Join a global organization where your growth is supported, your ideas matter, and your work contributes directly to improving patient lives worldwide.