BioNTech SE
(Senior) Director Global Medical Affairs
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(Senior) Director – Global Medical Affairs
London, United Kingdom; Cambridge, US; Gaithersburg, US; Mainz, Germany | Full-time | Job ID: 11272
About the Role
The (Senior) Director, Global Medical Affairs is a senior individual contributor and strategic leader responsible for major medical workstreams, key strategic pillars, or important components of an oncology asset strategy. This role:
- Shapes medical direction within its scope
- Leads matrix collaboration
- Frequently represents Medical Affairs in cross-functional discussions (Note: This role does not serve as the formal leader of the MAT in this architecture.)
Your Contribution
As the Director, Global Medical Affairs, you will:
- Lead major workstreams or strategic pillars within oncology, including indication or disease-area strategies.
- Translate scientific and clinical data into strategic recommendations, medical priorities, and differentiated scientific positioning.
- Define or co-lead evidence generation priorities for areas such as:
- Scientific communications
- Insight generation
- Publications
- HEOR integration
- Launch-related medical planning
- Represent Medical Affairs in cross-functional forums and drive Alignment Across Key Stakeholders.
- Support the development and refinement of medical plans and key scientific narratives.
- Partner closely with:
- Clinical Development
- Global Product Strategy (GPS)
- Scientific Communications
- Publications
- HEOR (Health Economics & Outcomes Research)
- Country/regional medical teams
- Coach junior colleagues and contribute to functional capability building.
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A Good Match
Education & Qualifications
- Required: MD, PharmD, PhD, or equivalent clinical/scientific qualification.
- Oncology Expertise: Mandatory for Senior/Executive levels; expected for Associate roles.
- Additional leadership training or broad cross-functional experience deemed advantageous.
Experience
- Significant oncology experience in Medical Affairs, Clinical Development, or a strategic medical role within pharma or biotech.
- Demonstrated ability to:
- Lead complex workstreams
- Influence matrix stakeholders
- Experience in global or regional matrix organizations.
Core Competencies
- Strategic thinking
- Deep oncology expertise (crucial for success)
- Influence without authority
- Cross-functional leadership
- Data interpretation and synthesis
- Prioritization and judgment
- Executive-level communication
Leadership Expectations
- Sets the tone with clarity, accountability, and collaboration.
- Drives Alignment Across Complex Stakeholders.
- Develops junior colleagues and leads by example, embodying BioNTech's core values.
Decision-Making Authority
- Operates with high autonomy on assigned workstreams or pillars.
- Creates strategic recommendations and makes operational decisions within scope.
- Escalates end-to-end MAT or franchise trade-offs to:
- Executive Medical Director (MAT Leader)
- VP (for approving franchise-level decisions)
Key Interactions
Collaborates directly with:
- Senior Global Medical Affairs colleagues
- Clinical Development
- Galaxy Product Strategy
- HEOR
- Publications & Scientific Communications
- US & European Medical teams
- Regulatory, Compliance & Legal
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Travel Requirements
Moderate to significant travel required for:
- Cross-functional meetings
- Congresses & scientific engagements
Your Benefits & Remuneration
(pay ranges are for the US; variations apply at other locations and depend on factors such as education, experience, and role responsibilities)
Base Salary Expectations
- Director: $168,100/year – $268,700/year
- Senior Director: $198,900/year – $318,300/year
Total Reward Package includes:
- Base salary
- Annual bonus (performance-linked)
- Equity (performance-dependent)
- Competitive benefits
Note: Salary packages vary significantly by location — the information provided reflects US standards only.
BioNTech Commitment
- Organized around the wellbeing of employees.
- Offers a diverse career-supporting benefits package aligned with local laws and company policies. Availability, eligibility, and design of benefits are location-specific.
How to Apply
Apply through our dedicated online form with the following documents: ✔ Curriculum Vitae (CV) ✔ Copy of ID ✔ Degree certificates ✔ Professional certifications (if applicable) ✔ Motivation letter ✔ Contact details
Important Notes
- Applications via email are not accepted — online submissions only.
- By applying, you acknowledge that a background check will be conducted (per HireRight, under local laws).
- Further instructions will be provided if you proceed to the next stage.
We look forward to reviewing your application.
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