Gaithersburg, US | full time | Job ID: 11300

About the Role:

As a Scientific Leader in Analytical Sciences, you will play a pivotal role in advancing the capabilities of BioNTech's Gaithersburg antibody laboratory. Your expertise will shape analytical strategies and technology transfers, directly contributing to our mission of pioneering immunotherapies. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will ensure excellence in method development, validation, and lifecycle management for monoclonal antibodies (m Abs) and antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs). This role offers the opportunity to influence global standards while fostering innovation within a dynamic environment.

Your Contribution:

• Provide scientific and strategic leadership for analytical activities in the Gaithersburg antibody laboratory
• Drive technology transfers for m Ab and ADC programs, leveraging expertise in chromatography, CE, and bioassays
• Coach and develop team members on analytical aspects of antibodies and ADCs to enhance technical expertise
• Review regulatory-compliant project documentation, including development reports and validation protocols
• Own and lead analytical work packages within global technical operations independently
• Participate in technical visits with collaboration partners, CDMOs, or vendors
• Offer subject matter expertise during internal audits and Health Authority inspections
• Define and continuously improve global standards for analytical transfer, method validation, and lifecycle management
• Represent Analytical Sciences in senior-level interactions with CMOs/CTOs to shape partner strategy and network readiness

A Good Match:

• Master’s degree in Pharmacy, Chemistry, Biopharmaceuticals, Biochemistry, Biology, or related field with 12 plus years in m Ab and ADC analytical technologies
• Strong background in late-stage commercial projects with strategic execution across drug development stages
• Solid GMP knowledge paired with experience in regulatory filings for biologicals (IND/IMPD, BLA/MAA)
• Proficiency in project management within cross-functional CMC teams and external stakeholder environments
• Exceptional communication skills to convey complex technical matters clearly to diverse audiences

Preferred qualifications: PhD and knowledge of small molecule analytics.

If the position is filled in the US, the Expected Pay Range is $168,100/year to $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. Compensation at other locations may vary significantly.

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.

Located in the Bio Health Capital Region near Washington DC and ranked among the top biopharma hubs in the country, Gaithersburg, Maryland offers a unique and diverse cluster across industry, government, and academia for top talent and scientific innovation. As a pivotal player within the life sciences community, Gaithersburg is distinguished by its robust infrastructure and strategic location near the nation’s capital. The city’s strategic significance is amplified by its state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities that cater to the rigorous demands of the life sciences industry; Gaithersburg’s manufacturing sector is defined by advanced technologies and complies with the most stringent regulatory standards, ensuring the production of high-quality pharmaceuticals, biologics, and medical devices. In the coming years, Gaithersburg will continue to be a vital contributor to the future of medical science and technology.

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