Director, Scientific Communications & Medical Education

Role Summary

Lead the US scientific communications and medical education function within BioNTech's US Medical Affairs, driving the development and execution of U.S.-specific scientific content, medical education programs, and alignment with global strategies. Serve as the primary liaison between U.S. and global stakeholders to ensure accurate, compliant, and impactful scientific information for healthcare professionals, patients, and other key audiences. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to advance scientific excellence and patient-centric solutions while ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a U.S.-specific scientific communications strategy in alignment with global objectives and regional needs.
• Lead the creation, review, and dissemination of U.S.-focused scientific content, including publications, abstracts, posters, presentations.
• Partner with global teams to adapt and localize global scientific platforms, such as disease state education materials, and FAQs, for the U.S. market.
• Ensure all U.S. scientific communications comply with FDA regulations, PhRMA guidelines, and other relevant standards.
• Collaborate with U.S. commercial and marketing teams to ensure scientific accuracy and consistency in promotional materials.
• Support medical information and review activities, ensuring alignment with compliance standards and scientific accuracy.

Qualifications

• Advanced scientific or healthcare degree (PharmD, PhD, MD, or equivalent strongly preferred).
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in scientific communications, medical education, within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or healthcare industry, with at least 5 years in an oncology medical affairs role.
• Demonstrated success in leading the development and execution of oncology scientific communication and medical education strategies, with a focus on advancing scientific excellence and patient-centric solutions.
• Proven experience working in a global organization and collaborating with cross-functional, international teams.
• Strong understanding of compliance and regulatory frameworks governing scientific exchange.
• Deep understanding of U.S. regulatory requirements (e.g., FDA, OPDP) and industry standards (e.g., GPP, ICMJE, PhRMA Code).
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Ability to accommodate moderate travel (~25%) depending on specific project demands and organizational requirements to conferences and symposiums, internal meetings, field visits, and/or collaborative partnerships.

Skills

• Strategic Vision
• Leadership
• Process Excellence
• Collaboration
• Analytical Rigor

Additional Requirements

• Travel: Moderate travel (~25%) as needed for conferences, meetings, and external engagements.