**Global Switch Science Lead (ACNU)** + _Location: Morristown, NJ/Hybrid_ **_About the job_** Are you ready to shape the future of Consumer Health? Your skills could be critical in helping our teams accelerate progress. Join our Global Switch Science Lead where you will be responsible for leading the switch development program to approval of an assigned Rx-OTC Switch asset in target market. In addition, leads the development and implementation of an additional condition for nonprescription use (ACNU) for Rx-OTC switch that requires ACNU. This role involves developing and executing program strategies for global programs, interacting with cross-functional teams, and collaborating with internal and key external stakeholders. The individual will manage regulatory experts as direct report. Works closely with the Global Commercial Lead. The ideal candidate is an experienced leader, who has a deep understanding of the Rx-OTC switch requirements and regulatory approval process, strong leadership skills, and a history of successful switch programs. Opella, the Consumer Healthcare business unit of Sanofi, is the purest and third-largest player globally in the Over-The-Counter (OTC) & Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements (VMS) market. We have an unshakable belief in the power of self-care and the role it can play in creating a healthier society and a healthier planet. That’s why we want to make self-care as simple as it should be by being consumer-led always, with science at our core. Through our unique and balanced portfolio of more than 100 loved brands, including 15 global and local high-growth challengers such as Allegra, Dulcolax and Buscopan, we deliver our mission: helping more than half a billion consumers worldwide take their health in their hands. This mission is brought to life by an 11,000-strong team, 13 best-in-class manufacturing sites, and 4 specialized science and innovation development centers. We are also proud to be the first major fast-moving consumer healthcare company to achieve B Corp certification. Join us on our mission. Health. In your hands. **Main responsibilities:** + **Oversee Switch Science Program** – Manage the entire switch science program and associated work streams, including direct reports and matrixed colleagues, to ensure delivery of key switch priorities. + **Budget and Timeline Management** – Oversee budget and timelines in collaboration with project management to deliver switch milestones on time and within financial targets. + **Regulatory Submission Oversight** – Ensure that all development and registration dossiers submitted to Health Authorities align with the program strategy, meet regulatory requirements, and facilitate efficient review processes. Lead the development of regulatory interaction strategies. + **Business and Process Optimization** – Proactively identify ways to drive efficiency in switch program delivery, ensuring timelines and budgets are met without compromising quality or compliance. + **Stakeholder and Partner Engagement** – Represent the science team in alliance partner meetings and lead external partner interactions to address both strategic and tactical product issues. Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, regulatory, safety, and commercial teams to drive switch program success. + **Rx-to-OTC Switch and ACNU Leadership** – Lead the development and implementation of Additional Conditions of Nonprescription Use (ACNU) for switch programs in compliance with regulatory requirements. Provide innovative guidance on ACNU implementation in both the development and commercial phases. + **Regulatory Innovation and Education** – Provide leadership on innovative regulatory strategies, including cybersecurity measures, and serve as an educational resource on Rx-to-OTC switch science for internal and external stakeholders. **_About you_** + **Extensive Industry Experience** – 15+ years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years of experience leading Rx-to-OTC switch programs with a proven track record of delivering key switch milestones. + **Regulatory and Medical Knowledge** – Strong understanding of regulatory and medical requirements across global and regional markets, ensuring compliance with local regulations. + **Switch Product Expertise** – Experience in clinical and consumer studies relevant to switch programs, with a focus on product development, registration, and market entry. + **Drug-Device Combination Products** – Experience with drug-device combination product approvals (e.g., diagnostics, software medical devices), with a working knowledge of FDA guidelines, HIPAA requirements, and medical device regulations. + **Global/Regional Roles** – Demonstrated experience in global or regional roles, managing switch strategies across multiple markets. + **Leadership & Team Management** – Proven track record of managing direct reports and leading cross-functional teams to achieve project goals. + **Strategic & Analytical Thinking** – Strong ability to adapt to evolving business and regulatory environments, providing innovative solutions and strategic direction. + **Effective Communication** – Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly and concisely to both internal and external stakeholders. **_Why choose us?_** + Bring the miracles of science to life alongside a supportive, future-focused team. + Discover endless opportunities to grow your talent and drive your career, whether it’s through a promotion or lateral move, at home or internationally. + Enjoy a thoughtful, well-crafted rewards package that recognizes your contribution and amplifies your impact. + Take good care of yourself and your family, with a wide range of health and wellbeing benefits including high-quality healthcare, prevention and wellness programs and at least 14 weeks’ gender-neutral parental leave. **Pursue** **_progress_** **, discover** **_extraordinary_** Better is out there. Better medications, better outcomes, better science. But progress doesn’t happen without people – people from different backgrounds, in different locations, doing different roles, all united by one thing: a desire to make miracles happen. So, let’s be those people. 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. Watch our ALL IN video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SkpDBZ-CJKw&t=67s) and check out our Diversity Equity and Inclusion actions at sanofi.com (https://www.sanofi.com/en/our-responsibility/equality-and-inclusiveness) ! _US and Puerto Rico Residents Only_ Sanofi Inc. and its U.S. affiliates are Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employers committed to a culturally inclusive and diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; natural or protective hairstyles; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status; domestic violence victim status; atypical cellular or blood trait; genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing) or any other characteristic protected by law. Sanofi is dedicated to supporting people through their health challenges. We are a global biopharmaceutical company focused on human health. We prevent illness with vaccines, provide innovative treatments to fight pain and ease suffering. We stand by the few who suffer from rare diseases and the millions with long-term chronic conditions. 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