London, United Kingdom; Cambridge, US; Gaithersburg, US; Mainz, Germany; New Jersey, US | full time | Job ID: 9743

About the Role

As Executive Director of Clinical Science you will lead a dynamic team dedicated to advancing clinical development at BioNTech. You will shape the vision, mission, and culture of the department while driving innovation across early and late-phase clinical studies. As a member of the Global Development Leadership Team, your leadership will ensure high-quality delivery of protocols, data packages, and process improvements that impact our pipeline and portfolio success.

In this role, you will champion clinical trial innovation, foster cross-functional collaboration, and establish best practices to support BioNTech’s mission. Your contributions will directly influence organizational goals while cultivating an environment that emphasizes scientific excellence, continuous improvement, and teamwork.

Your Contribution

• Lead strategic planning for clinical science resources, talent development, succession planning, and retention strategies.
• Build a collaborative environment focused on learning and professional growth for Clinical Scientists across the department.
• Oversee portfolio management to ensure consistency in clinical deliverables across programs while advancing quality assurance initiatives.
• Champion innovative approaches such as decentralized trials, real-world data applications, generative AI tools, and novel study designs.
• Develop metrics to track output trends associated with protocol development for continuous improvement opportunities.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on compliance with GCP guidelines while fostering a culture focused on quality across BioNTech.
• Represent the Clinical Science function in cross-functional activities including due diligence for incoming assets or business development initiatives.

A Good Match for Us

• Advanced scientific degree (PhD, PharmD, or MD) with over 15 years of related experience in clinical development leadership roles
• Proven track record in managing clinical teams accountable for delivering portfolios of studies with measurable results.
• Strong leadership presence with expertise in talent strategies, process improvement initiatives, financial acumen, and enterprise mindset.
• Ability to foster scientific excellence while promoting teamwork, adaptability, execution quality, and effective communication within teams.
• Recognized internally and externally as an expert in clinical science with strong mentoring/coaching abilities to develop team members’ skills further.
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate needs while navigating organizational changes effectively to achieve results amidst uncertainty.

Expected US Pay Range: $245000 to $392000/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 ‘Hire Right’. You will be informed accordingly by your BioNTech-Recruiter.

We are looking forward receiving your application.