Reference No. R2806116
Position Title: In Silico Translational Disease Modeling Product Line Owner
Department: Digital In-silico Research
Location: Toronto, Ontario
About the Job
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The Digital In-Silico Research team is a key innovation engine within Digital R&D, dedicated to pioneering next-generation digital products that reshape how R&D discovers, designs, and develops new medicines. We harness cutting-edge AI, machine learning, and computational modeling to build transformative in-silico solutions—empowering scientists with predictive insights, streamlining complex workflows, and turning data into decisive action. Our team plays a critical role in accelerating and transform drug discovery and translational research by building AI-powered, in-silico solutions that empower scientists, enhance decision-making, and connect data to action.
As the In Silico Translational Disease Modeling Product Line Owner, you will lead the development and delivery of sophisticated modeling platforms that transform how translational scientists understand disease mechanisms, predict drug responses, and identify and analyze biomarkers. Collaborating closely with quantitative pharmacology teams, toxicologists, and translational scientists, you will define the vision, strategy, and roadmap for computational tools that enable mechanistic disease modeling, safety prediction, and biomarker development. Your leadership will ensure these platforms effectively integrate diverse data types to generate actionable insights that accelerate drug development and improve clinical success rates.
You will manage and oversee Product Owners within your specific product line throughout the delivery of the products from ideation and execution through run and scale, overseeing the development and lifecycle management of your portfolio of products, ensuring alignment with R&D business goals and user needs. Collaboration across the organization will be key to delivering a portfolio of high-quality products that drive value for Sanofi.
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Main Responsibilities:
Demand Intake & Management:
Collaborate closely with translational medicine teams to understand their modeling and simulation needs across QSP (Quantitative Systems Pharmacology), toxicology, biomarker analysis or other teams involved in modelling systems to inform clinical development.
Lead strategic demand ideation for translational modeling platforms, coordinating with disease area experts and quantitative scientists
Work with team leadership to develop long-term strategy for advancing computational approaches to understand diseases
Vertical Product Delivery:
Oversee development of integrated modeling platforms that support in depth disease understanding and biomarker identification
Manage execution of modeling solutions that enable prediction of drug efficacy, safety, and optimal dosing
Drive product development through required governance with focus on scientific validation and clinical impact
Ensure proper integration of modeling tools into translational research workflows
Collaborate with data science teams to implement advanced analytics for complex biological systems; build a culture that fosters knowledge-sharing amongst teams, aiming to resolve any blockers and accelerate product delivery
Be the voice of the customer to drive the development of AI-powered tools for disease and drug modeling, toxicology and safety prediction, and drug response
Work with data science teams to ensure proper validation and benchmarking of AI models against experimental data
Innovation & Team Management:
Act as a change agent for computational approaches in translational medicine
Stay current on advances in digital tools that support translation disease modelling challenges
Create a balanced workload for product teams by managing priorities and delivery across products
Act as the primary escalation point for Product Owners and associated delivery teams
Serve as key liaison between translational scientists and technical development teams
About You
Experience:
8-10+ years of experience in product management, computational biology, systems pharmacology, or related field
Bachelor's Degree Required.
Skills:
Proven experience in managing computational modeling platforms, particularly in systems biology, pharmacology or translational medicines context
Strong understanding of translational medicine workflows, including QSP, toxicology assessment, and biomarker development
Track record of delivering high-impact modeling and simulation tools that demonstrate clear scientific and clinical value
Experience building and guiding cross-functional teams spanning computational and experimental sciences
Excellent communication skills with ability to bridge quantitative modeling experts and biological research teams
Demonstrated ability to lead scientific discussions and workshops with diverse stakeholder groups
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to translate complex biological problems into computational solutions
Experience in nurturing relationships with scientists and understanding their quantitative analysis needs
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**Note: This role offers opportunities to learn and grow in various aspects of computational biology and drug development.**
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
This position is for a new vacant role that we are actively hiring for.
Sanofi is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants. Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.
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All compensation will be determined commensurate with demonstrated experience. Employees may be eligible to participate in Company employee benefit programs, and additional benefits information can be found here.
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