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 leading investigational institutions across the United States and driving the success of oncology clinical trials through effective implementation and optimization of trial strategies.

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’s oncology trials and promote 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 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’s 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

• Experience: At least 10 years of experience in the clinical research industry, with a strong focus on oncology, individualized therapy, and clinical trials.
• Expertise: Solid understanding of oncology, with the 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.

Education

• Advanced Degree: MD preferred, or a relevant advanced scientific degree.

Skills

• Medical and scientific acumen in oncology
• Effective communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams
• Training and education delivery for clinical site staff
• Strategic partnership development and stakeholder engagement

Additional Requirements

• Travel up to 70% of the time