Medical Director (Lung/GI focus)

Role Summary

Location: New Jersey, US. As the Medical Director (Lung/GI focus) for US Oncology Medical Affairs, you will take on a pivotal role in shaping and executing medical affairs strategies for BioNTech’s oncology portfolio. Your expertise will directly contribute to advancing our mission of pioneering immunotherapies that improve patient outcomes in oncology. You will join a dynamic, cross-functional team dedicated to driving successful product launches and lifecycle management. Your work will influence key department goals and impact BioNTech’s success in transforming cancer care.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement innovative medical affairs strategies and plans for BioNTech’s oncology portfolio
• Provide expert medical and scientific insights to cross-functional teams, including Clinical Development, Regulatory Affairs, Commercial, Market Access, and Safety
• Develop and execute impactful medical education strategies, programs, and materials targeted at healthcare professionals
• Act as a medical/scientific spokesperson at advisory boards, educational events, and internal meetings
• Build and maintain relationships with external experts, medical societies, and patient advocacy groups in oncology
• Offer medical input into clinical development plans, study protocols, and operational documents to ensure alignment with goals

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor's degree, advanced degree in medicine or science (PhD, PharmD), 6 plus years of Medical Affairs experience within the pharmaceutical or biotech industry specializing in oncology
• Required: Proven US oncology commercial launch experience
• Required: Strong knowledge of oncology disease biology and the therapeutic landscape
• Preferred: Breast/women’s cancers experience
• Required: Exceptional communication skills with a collaborative mindset suited for a global matrixed environment
• Required: Demonstrated ability to manage multiple timelines/projects while maintaining attention to detail