Director, R&D Program Management
BioNTech•Cambridge, MA
•$168,100 - $268,700•Onsite
About The Position
At BioNTech, you will be responsible for the efficient end-to-end management of our global R&D Programs and/or drug platforms at all development stages and the contribution to further advancements of R&D Program Management and drug development processes.
Requirements
- Bachelor/Masters in medicine, human biology, biology, biochemistry or a comparable field
- Demonstrated track record of professional experience in managing programs in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
- Excellent expertise in the drug development process incl. manufacturing of pharmaceuticals
- Profound therapeutic knowledge in the areas of immunology, immuno-oncology, or infectious diseases
- Excellent, targeted communication and experience in lateral leading of complex cross-functional program teams in a matrix environment
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence without authority, motivate with enthusiasm and develop productive working relationships with key stakeholders
- Process oriented, yet flexible. Able to create and drive process while also recognizing when flexibility is needed
- Proven track-record in implementing system/process improvements and change initiatives
Responsibilities
- Lead program/drug platform management activities incl. planning, execution, monitoring, reporting, decision-making support
- Co-lead the development of program/drug platform strategy together with program/platform lead and core team to drive programs through milestones
- Ensure integration and execution across all functional areas in delivering the program’s or drug platform development´s goals and the team’s success (scope, budget, time, quality)
- Support commercial / licensing / partnering / intellectual property activities related to the programs/ drug platforms as needed
- Facilitate strong cross-functional communication by building working relationships across the organization
- Help drive a culture of achievement and accountability within teams
- Lead the implementation of new processes and process improvement initiatives within and beyond R&D Program Management department
- Lead/contribute to global drug development structure initiatives and cross-functional processes ensuring swift and seamless transition of assets through different development phases
- May build, lead and develop dedicated Project/Program Management teams incl. resource management, guiding, supervision, coaching, developing team members
Benefits
- competitive remuneration packages
- annual bonus & equity (bonus and equity is variable and dependent on company and individual performance)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
