What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Director, Clinical Science position at BioNTech SE?
Cambridge, US; Gaithersburg, US; New Jersey, US | full time | Job ID: 10557
About the Role:
As Associate Director, Clinical Science, you will be at the forefront of designing and executing oncology clinical trials that contribute to advancing BioNTech’s mission of developing innovative treatments. Your expertise will shape study designs and operational strategies, ensuring data integrity and compliance. Collaborating with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment, you will drive impactful clinical trial processes while fostering excellence within the clinical science team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in protocol development, trial execution, and engaging with scientific experts to inform clinical strategies. Your contributions will directly influence BioNTech’s goals and support robust medical governance across our programs.
Your Contribution:
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:
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.
Apply now - We look forward to your application!
Apply for our Cambridge, US; Gaithersburg, US; New Jersey, US location and simply send us your documents using our online form.
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.
About the Role:
As Associate Director, Clinical Science, you will be at the forefront of designing and executing oncology clinical trials that contribute to advancing BioNTech’s mission of developing innovative treatments. Your expertise will shape study designs and operational strategies, ensuring data integrity and compliance. Collaborating with cross-functional teams in a dynamic environment, you will drive impactful clinical trial processes while fostering excellence within the clinical science team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in protocol development, trial execution, and engaging with scientific experts to inform clinical strategies. Your contributions will directly influence BioNTech’s goals and support robust medical governance across our programs.
Your Contribution:
- Lead protocol development and optimize clinical trial designs to assess investigational oncology drugs effectively.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive clinical development plans aligned with program strategies.
- Drive execution of global clinical studies while ensuring adherence to protocols, regulatory standards, and ethical guidelines.
- Engage with internal and external scientific experts to interpret emerging data and incorporate best practices into trial conduct.
- Monitor study progress, review data trends, resolve adverse events, and ensure compliance throughout the study lifecycle.
- Mentor junior colleagues to cultivate a culture of continuous improvement within the clinical science team.
- Bachelor’s degree in life sciences or healthcare; advanced degree preferred with 8 years of clinical experience is required; Master’s, PharmD, MPharm, PhD, MBBS, BDS, MD strongly preferred
- Proven experience in clinical development within oncology or immuno-oncology settings.
- Strong understanding of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and all phases of drug development (Phase 1–3).
- Proficiency in planning and executing global clinical trials within pharmaceutical companies or CROs.
- Collaborative mindset with proven ability to work effectively in matrix environments and influence stakeholders without direct authority.
- Skilled in analyzing clinical data using tools like EDC platforms or Excel; experience in process optimization is desirable.
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
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.
Apply now - We look forward to your application!
Apply for our Cambridge, US; Gaithersburg, US; New Jersey, US location and simply send us your documents using our online form.
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.