Director Clinical Sciences

As Director, Clinical Science, you will play a pivotal role in driving high-impact clinical and regulatory documentation that powers successful health authority interactions and accelerates time to approval. By transforming complex trial data into sharp, decision-ready insights, you will elevate data quality, patient safety, and program strategy across Phase 1–3 studies. Operating at the center of a dynamic and cross-functional network, you will shape integrated development plans that define and differentiate our oncology portfolio, contributing directly to our mission of advancing groundbreaking therapies for patients worldwide.

Your Contribution:

• Design clinical trials to evaluate the safety and efficacy of investigational drugs, including protocol development, patient population identification, endpoint selection, and study design determination
• Oversee clinical development activities to ensure trials are conducted in accordance with protocols, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards while monitoring study progress and managing adverse events
• Lead or contribute to the creation of critical study-level documents such as protocols, Investigator’s Brochures, briefing books, safety updates, submission dossiers, CTR documents, and publications
• Address regulatory/health authority queries under the guidance of Clinical Development Leads while ensuring compliance with guidelines
• Develop Clinical Development Plans (CDP), Integrated Evidence Plans (IEP), and clinical components of Target Product Profiles (TPP)
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including clinical operations, biostatistics, regulatory affairs, medical affairs, and CRO partners for successful execution of clinical programs
• Provide training materials for protocol implementation and share best practices with internal teams and external stakeholders such as investigator sites or CROs

A Good Match for Us:

• Bachelor’s degree in life sciences/healthcare/nursing; advanced degree preferred
• 10+ years of industry experience with strong knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and drug development processes across Phase 1–3 studies; oncology/immuno-oncology experience is highly desirable
• Proven expertise in global clinical study execution within pharmaceutical companies or CROs; academic research experience is also valuable
• Strong understanding of clinical data collection principles; ability to utilize tools like EDC systems or Excel for data analysis; experience driving process improvements is a plus
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence without authority in a matrixed environment
• Highly adaptable working style with excellent multitasking skills under time pressure while maintaining quality standards
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken)

US based candidates expected Pay Range: $210,000/year to $250,000/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.

Your Benefits:

BioNTech is committed to the wellbeing of our team members and offers a variety of benefits in support of our diverse employee base. We offer competitive remuneration packages which is determined by the specific role, location of employment and also the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Note: The availability, eligibility and design of the listed benefits may vary depending on the location. The final requirements for the individual use of our benefits are based on the company's internal policies and applicable law.

How to apply:

Apply now by sending us your application documents including Curriculum Vitae, copy of ID, copies of degree certificates and professional certificates, motivation letter as well as your contact details via our online form.

Please note:

Only applications sent via our online form shall be considered. By submitting your application, you acknowledge that a background check will be conducted as part of the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. If you are considered for the position, BioNTech will conduct the background check through our service provider ‘HireRight’. You will be informed accordingly by your BioNTech-Recruiter.

We are looking forward receiving your application.