Associate Medical Advisor

Sanofi; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharmaceutical company is seeking an Associate Medical Advisor in Reading. This role involves supporting medical activities in Type 1 Diabetes, engaging with stakeholders and developing scientific communications. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a scientific subject and skills in stakeholder management and scientific writing. The position offers exposure to groundbreaking developments in diabetes treatment and a chance to improve patient outcomes through innovative medical strategies.

Qualifications

• Experience in stakeholder management.
• Experience in scientific writing or medical communications.
• Previous exposure to medical affairs or clinical research is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and implementation of medical strategy.
• Assist in the preparation and delivery of scientific presentations.
• Collaborate with patient organizations to raise awareness.
• Build relationships with key opinion leaders.

Skills

Understanding of the pharmaceutical industry

Stakeholder management

Scientific writing

Knowledge of diabetes

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific subject

Higher degree (Master's or PhD)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Associate Medical Advisor - VIE Contract page is loaded## Associate Medical Advisor - VIE Contractlocations: Readingtime type: Vollzeitposted on: Heute ausgeschriebentime left to apply: Enddatum: 20. Mai 2026 (Noch 30+ Tage Zeit für Bewerbung)job requisition id: R2831066**Associate Medical Advisor - VIE Contract*** Location: United Kingdom, Reading* Target start date: 01/05/2026iMove, the Sanofi VIE Program, is available to citizens of the European Economic Area (EU + Norway, Liechtenstein and Iceland) aged between 18 and 28.PLEASE NOTE that since this program is primarily an international development program, candidates cannot apply to a VIE assignment in their own country of citizenship.PLEASE NOTE that applications that are only submitted in French cannot be considered by our non-French speaking partners at Sanofi worldwide. Therefore, only applications that are submitted in English will be considered. Please make sure to apply with your personal email address.**About the job***As **Associate Medical Advisor VIE** within our Medical team, you’ll 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). Join the team transforming how healthcare is delivered for chronic and specialty conditions worldwide. In General Medicines, you’ll help drive meaningful outcomes in diabetes, transplant, and immunology - with the scale and urgency patients deserve.***About Sanofi***We’re an R&D-driven, AI-powered biopharma company committed to improving people’s lives and delivering compelling growth. Our deep understanding of the immune system – and innovative pipeline – enables us to invent medicines and vaccines that treat and protect millions of people around the world. Together, we chase the miracles of science to improve people’s lives***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, helping to reduce complications such as Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) at diagnosis.* 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 recognizing 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 application.* 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 organizational 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. Work in a place that combines global scale with local expertise, backed by a strong culture of collaboration and shared purpose.* 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.#LI-EURDiversity und Inklusion sind in den Grundwerten von Sanofi verankert und spiegeln sich in unserer Arbeitsweise wider. Wir respektieren die Vielfalt unserer Belegschaft in Hinsicht auf ihre Herkunft, Erfahrungen und Lebensweisen. Wir erkennen die Bereicherung, die diese Vielfalt birgt, und fördern Inklusion sowie eine Arbeitsumgebung, in der diese Unterschiede sich weiter entwickeln können, zur Stärkung des Lebens unserer Mitarbeiter, Patienten und Kunden.