Director, External Innovations (MD)

Cambridge, US | full time | Job ID: 9924

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.

What you have to offer:

We are seeking a Director to join our team based in our either 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, evaluate external innovation opportunities and implement clinical strategies. 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. A genuine interest and understanding of science supporting the pipeline, an ability to lead and work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team setting, and a commitment to develop new treatments to address unmet needs in Oncology are critical for success.

Responsibilities:

• Work on clinical trial design of potential collaboration programs from early to late stage development. This includes thorough data interpretation based on deep scientific and disease biology understanding, translational expertise and medical knowledge.
• Work closely with key partnering functions such as Clinical Development to develop clinical development plans for various types of collaborations and to support development of clinical strategies and protocol.
• Analyze, interpret, and summarize preclinical/clinical data, scientific literature, and other technical information.
• Seek highly promising innovations for potential development at BioNTech.
• Interact with target companies to explore collaboration opportunities.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders in collaborative and transparent manners including clinical development, legal, IP, alliance management, collaboration partners, etc.
• Attend conferences, presentations, and symposiums to identify promising opportunities.

Requirements:

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree with a strong preference for MD with clinical background in Oncology (or equivalent advanced degree).
• A minimum of 8 years of relevant experience including 3 plus years of experience within Oncology in the biotech and pharmaceutical industry.
• Good understanding of clinical and scientific methods and approaches used in clinical development, from FIH to registration; experience with regulatory processes a plus.
• Experience in contributing to trial designs and protocols. Ability to plan clinical activities based on CDP guidance, and translating them into trial designs.
• Experience in collaborating and communicating with external collaboration partners.
• Subject matter expertise on drug development topics, and genuine interest to drive innovation and continuous improvement.
• Strong data-searching and analytical skills. Demonstrated proficiency to synthesize large amount of data and structure findings into a tangible recommendation to senior management.
• Ability to work in dynamic, fast-paced team environment; flexible and responsive self-starter with the ability 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.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

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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