Project Specialist Medical Affairs

Project Specialist Medical Affairs Vacancy Hyderabad

Bachelor’s degree Project Specialist Medical Affairs vacancy at Sanofi, Hyderabad. Apply for permanent pharma medical affairs role.

Sanofi is hiring a Project Specialist – Medical Affairs for its Business Operations team in Hyderabad. This role is suited for life sciences and pharmaceutical professionals who want to work at the intersection of medical affairs, compliance, CRM systems, and global healthcare events management. The position offers exposure to global specialty care, vaccines, general medicines, and R&D functions while supporting scientifically driven engagements that directly impact patient outcomes worldwide.

Working in a permanent, full-time capacity, the Project Specialist will support Sanofi’s medical and commercial organizations by managing compliant scientific events, advisory boards, and educational programs through structured project execution. This opportunity is ideal for candidates seeking long-term growth in pharmaceutical medical affairs operations within a globally respected biopharmaceutical company.

Company Overview

Sanofi is a leading global biopharmaceutical company focused on improving patient lives through innovative medicines, vaccines, and healthcare solutions. With a strong presence across immunology, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, oncology, rare diseases, and transplant care, Sanofi delivers treatments relied upon by millions of patients across the world.

Driven by science, digital innovation, and data-led decision-making, Sanofi continues to expand access to life-saving therapies while accelerating innovation through advanced technologies and AI-enabled platforms. The company operates with a strong commitment to ethics, compliance, diversity, and inclusion, making it a trusted name in global healthcare.

Sanofi Business Operations (SBO), based in India, functions as a centralized strategic partner supporting global Medical Affairs, HEVA, Commercial, Specialty Care, Vaccines, General Medicines, Consumer Healthcare, and R&D teams. SBO plays a critical role in enabling compliant, efficient, and scalable medical and scientific engagements worldwide.

Job Role & Responsibilities

The Project Specialist – Medical Affairs plays a key operational role in planning, managing, documenting, and closing medical and scientific events in compliance with Sanofi’s global standards. The role requires strong project management, communication, and CRM system expertise, ensuring every engagement is executed efficiently while maintaining transparency and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Medical Affairs Event Management

• Manage end-to-end medical and scientific events using a structured project approach
• Organize and document events within the 1CRM events portal
• Support advisory boards, consulting services, symposiums, speaker trainings, scientific education programs, hospital and clinical staff meetings, and third-party sponsorships

CRM and Documentation Management

• Ensure all required documents and approvals are available prior to event creation
• Maintain accurate event data, attendee records, and documentation within the 1CRM system
• Manage event closure activities and post-event documentation

Stakeholder Coordination

• Coordinate regularly with internal and external stakeholders until successful event execution
• Partner with event business requestors and engagement teams to ensure compliance
• Represent Sanofi consistently and professionally across all interactions

Compliance and Governance

• Adhere strictly to company policies related to transparency, ethics, and regulatory compliance
• Ensure all medical affairs activities meet internal and external compliance standards
• Support audit readiness through accurate documentation and reporting

Process Improvement and Reporting

• Provide recommendations for continuous process improvements
• Track KPIs and metrics to sustain operational synergies
• Support reporting requirements for leadership and global teams

Training and Knowledge Management

• Mentor and train incoming rotating 1CRM digital asset specialists
• Develop, update, and maintain training guidelines and process documentation
• Stay updated on CRM system enhancements and participate in relevant training sessions

Eligibility / Qualifications

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline (science or life sciences preferred)

Relevant Courses: Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Clinical Research, Healthcare Management, Business Administration

Experience Requirements

• Direct experience in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry
• 1 to 3 years of experience in event management, medical affairs operations, or commercial support roles preferred
• Hands-on experience with CRM platforms such as 1CRM or Veeva Vault
• Proficiency in MS Office applications

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Excellent written and spoken English communication
• Solid understanding of medical affairs processes and compliance requirements
• Event management knowledge within a regulated healthcare environment
• Financial awareness related to event budgeting and execution
• Ability to collaborate across multicultural and global teams
• Digital literacy with an innovative and agile mindset
• High attention to detail and strong accountability

Location & Salary

Job Location: Hyderabad, Telangana, India

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Travel Requirement: Travel may be required based on business needs

Application Process

Eligible candidates can apply online through Sanofi’s official careers portal using the link below:

👉 Apply Online: https://jobs.sanofi.com/en/job/-/-/2649/34364660032

Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as applications may be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: Who is eligible for the Project Specialist – Medical Affairs role?
Candidates with a bachelor’s degree and experience in pharma, life sciences, or healthcare operations can apply.

Q2: Is prior medical affairs experience mandatory?
Direct medical affairs experience is preferred but not mandatory. Event management and CRM experience are critical.

Q3: Which CRM systems are used in this role?
The role primarily uses the 1CRM events portal and tools like Veeva Vault.

Q4: Does this role involve travel?
Yes, travel may be required depending on business and event needs.

Q5: How do I apply for this Sanofi job in Hyderabad?
Applications must be submitted online through Sanofi’s official careers portal.

Job Summary Table

Company	Sanofi
Vacancies	Project Specialist – Medical Affairs
Required Education	Bachelor’s Degree, Pharmacy, Life Sciences, Biotechnology
Experience	1–3 years Pharma / Life Sciences Event or Medical Affairs Experience

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