Director, Clinical Country Coordinator (West Coast - USA)

Role Summary

Director, Country Clinical Coordinators (CCC) to join the US Medical Affairs team. This is a critical leadership role focused on developing and fostering strategic clinical partnerships with investigational institutions across the United States, driving successful implementation and optimization of clinical trial strategies in oncology.

Responsibilities

• Site Engagement & Strategic Partnerships:
  • Establish and nurture strategic clinical partnerships with key investigational institutions and oncology centers across the US.
  • Enhance site awareness of BioNTech‚Äôs oncology trials and drive the promotion of our clinical research programs.
  • Collaborate with the clinical team to support site selection and facilitate seamless trial execution.
  • Coordinate cross-functional efforts to maximize US trial contributions and optimize trial performance.
• Educational & Recruitment Support:
  • Lead the development and implementation of educational strategies for trial sites, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary tools and knowledge to engage patients effectively.
  • Collaborate with clinical teams to devise recruitment and retention strategies, boosting patient enrollment and ensuring high retention rates across early-phase oncology trials.
  • Deliver ongoing educational sessions and training on study protocols, clinical trial programs, and relevant data.
  • Gather feedback from site staff to evaluate the effectiveness of training initiatives and continually improve recruitment strategies.
• Communication & Coordination:
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for investigators and site staff, addressing concerns and ensuring smooth trial operations.
  • Facilitate transparent, proactive communication between clinical site teams, investigators, and BioNTech‚Äôs internal teams.
  • Utilize scientific expertise and in-depth knowledge of clinical trial processes to identify and mitigate risks and issues impacting trial success.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address complex issues and enhance patient safety.
  • Continuously improve trial processes based on insights gained from ongoing studies to optimize future performance.

Qualifications

• Advanced Degree: MD preferred, or a relevant advanced scientific degree.
• Experience: At least 10 years of experience in the clinical research industry, focused on oncology, individualized therapy, and clinical trials.
• Expertise: Solid understanding of oncology with ability to interpret, discuss, and present efficacy and safety data related to clinical trials.
• Network: Established relationships with key Oncology Institutions and Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs) in the US.
• Clinical Research Experience: Proven track record in clinical research, clinical trials, or site management in a cross-functional team setting.
• Educational & Training Expertise: Demonstrated experience in organizing and delivering educational sessions to clinical teams.
• Skills: Strong organizational, communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Problem Solving: Proactive, resourceful, and able to work independently to overcome challenges.
• Travel Requirement: Willingness to travel up to 70% of the time.

Skills

• Strategic partnership development
• Clinical trial operations and site management
• Education and training delivery
• Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration
• Risk assessment and problem solving in clinical trial contexts

Education

• Advanced degree as specified in Qualifications (MD preferred or relevant scientific degree)