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Senior Translational Immunologist, Translational Science Hub

Woolloongabba, AUFull-time2026-11-03 → 2026-11-12
Based in New Zealand

Core

Senior Scientist bridging Sanofi's Translational Science Hub with the Australian academic and research ecosystem to identify, evaluate, and foster strategic collaborations for vaccines R&D.

Role type

Senior IC translational scientist (external innovation/scouting)

Builds

Strategic partnerships between Sanofi vaccines R&D and external academic/research institutions

Domain

Life sciences, immunology, infectious diseases, vaccines

Deliverable

client delivery

Required skills

PhD in immunology/infectious diseases/vaccinology, 10+ years academic research experience, scientific scouting, partnership negotiation, cross-functional collaboration, scientific strategy, mentoring

Preferred skills

Industry experience, mRNA technology platforms, technology transfer, IP/research agreements, grant writing, Australian research funding landscape knowledge

Technologies

None stated

Responsibilities

Build relationships with academics and research institutions, identify emerging technologies and research programs, assess scientific quality and strategic fit, represent Sanofi at scientific conferences, translate complex scientific concepts for diverse audiences, facilitate research proposals and agreements, monitor ongoing collaborations, mentor junior scientists

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with strategic influence