Senior Director, Oncology Medical Affairs

As Senior Director of Oncology Medical Affairs at BioNTech, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing medical strategies that advance our oncology portfolio. Your expertise will contribute directly to our mission of transforming science into survival by addressing diseases with high medical needs like cancer.

Collaborating across diverse teams in a dynamic and innovative environment, you will help drive impactful solutions for healthcare providers and patients. This is your opportunity to lead initiatives that make a meaningful difference while growing your career with a company committed to revolutionizing medicine.

Your Contribution:

Lead the development and execution of comprehensive medical affairs strategies for our oncology portfolio

Provide expert medical and scientific guidance to cross-functional teams, including clinical development, regulatory affairs, commercial, and market access

Develop impactful medical education programs and materials tailored for healthcare providers

Represent BioNTech as a key medical spokesperson for our oncology portfolio

Cultivate and maintain relationships with key opinion leaders, medical societies, and patient advocacy groups in oncology

Collaborate on clinical development plans and study protocols to ensure alignment with medical needs

A Good Match:

Advanced scientific degree (MD, PhD, PharmD or equivalent)

Proven experience in medical affairs within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry (minimum 10 years), including successful oncology commercial launches

Expertise in oncology with strong familiarity with current treatment landscapes; experience in Endometrial/Breast cancers or Lung/GI oncology indications is highly preferred

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills paired with strong leadership abilities

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects effectively while fostering cross-functional collaboration

Experience in developing educational programs and publications such as abstracts, posters, and manuscripts

Your benefits and remuneration:

Expected Pay Range: $320,000/year to $379.000/year + benefits, annual bonus & equity (bonus and equity is variable and dependent on company and individual performance). Compensation for the role will depend on several factors, including responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

BioNTech US is committed to employee wellbeing and offers best-in-class benefits & HR programs to support an inclusive & diverse workforce. Salaried/Position-Targeted Hourly Employees working 30+ hours per week are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include but are not limited to:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life, AD&D, Critical Illness Insurance
• Pre-tax HSA & FSA, DCRA Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance & Concierge Program (EAP) available 24/7
• Parental and Childbirth Leave & Family Planning Assistance
• Sitterstream: Virtual Tutoring & Childcare Membership
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick, Bereavement, Holidays (including Floating) & Year-End U.S. Shutdown.
• 401(K) Plan with Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement & Student Loan Assistance Programs
• Wellbeing Incentive Platforms & Incentives
• Professional Development Programs
• Commuting Allowance and subsidized parking
• Discounted Home, Auto & Pet Insurance

…and more! More details to be shared.

Berkeley Heights is New Jersey's growing hub within the life sciences industry and has already demonstrated the state’s commitment to innovation, collaboration, and excellence within the field. New Jersey's integrated approach to biotechnology and pharmaceuticals harmonizes academic rigor, industrial capability, and government support to create thriving conditions for a growing ecosystem. Cultivating an environment that seamlessly integrates cutting-edge research, robust manufacturing capabilities, and a dynamic business landscape, New Jersey has become a powerhouse in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and medical technology. As this region of New Jersey continues to develop, it stands ready to shape the future of medical science and technology, driving progress and improving health outcomes worldwide.

Apply now - We look forward to your application!

Apply for our New Jersey, US location and simply send us your documents using our online form.

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