Director, External Innovations

Cambridge, US; Gaithersburg, US; New Jersey, US | full time | Job ID: 9923

External Innovations identifies and evaluates differentiated external opportunities based on the highest scientific merits and focuses on innovations that are either untapped or in stealth mode. It works closely with the senior management and collaborates with other key stakeholders. External Innovations aims to add both scientific and business values to the company. It actively scouts in the industry for opportunities including preclinical/clinical assets and innovative technologies.

We are seeking a Director to join our team based in one of our US offices. In this exciting position, you will report to the VP, External Innovations and work in an entrepreneurial team to generate new ideas and evaluate external innovation opportunities. The role requires strong scientific judgment, creativity and a know-how to navigate through uncharted and challenging environments to deliver highly valuable deals to BioNTech. It requires strong collaborative spirit to work with both internal and external stakeholders.

What you have to offer:

• Lead and contribute to partnering activities with companies in support of BioNTech’s global vision.
• Create, negotiate, and execute term sheets and agreements with global pharma partners and biotech companies for various types of collaborations.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders as part of the deal making process including R&D, alliance management, legal, IP, finance, and senior management.
• Create, evaluate, and identify partnering and acquisition opportunities.
• Communicate progress on business development activities to internal stakeholders.
• Analyze, interpret, and summarize preclinical/clinical data, scientific literature, and other technical information.
• Seek highly promising innovations in stealth mode for potential development at BioNTech.
• Write deep-dive reports with the highest quality in a concise manner for internal stakeholders.

Requirements:

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree with 8 years of experience with various types of partnering, contract negotiation and business development activities in the pharmaceutical and biotech industry.
• Experience in building partnerships with global pharma partners, biotech companies and academics including drafting and negotiating of term sheets and contracts.
• Experience in working in a highly cross-functional and international setup.
• Driven, “sleeves rolled up” approach to work with ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-volume environment; flexible and responsive self-starter to act independently as well as collaboratively across business functions.
• Impeccable integrity, work ethic and commitment.
• Organized, detailed-oriented personality with the ability to multi-task.
• Strong passion towards science, especially oncology. Strong data-searching and analytical skills. Demonstrated proficiency to synthesize large amount of data and structure findings into a tangible recommendation to senior management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Requirements: Advanced degree (master’s, MD or PhD) .

Expected Pay Range: $168,100 – 268,700/ 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.

Your Benefits:

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.

Home to dozens of research institutions, biopharmaceutical companies, life science incubators, venture capital firms, and over 30 million square feet of laboratory space, Cambridge, Massachusetts has earned a reputation as the #1 life science cluster in the world. As part of the Greater Boston area, the city is often referred to as the "biotech supercluster" due to its high concentration of life sciences firms. This unique ecosystem is the result of a model partnership between academia and industry, fostering collaboration and innovation and driving the development of new therapies, medical devices, and diagnostics. As Cambridge’s thriving life sciences industry continues to evolve, the city remains a beacon of knowledge, innovation, and collaboration, poised to shape the future of science and technology.

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