Senior Medical Director overseeing BioNTech's oncology strategy in the UK. Leading a high-performing medical team and driving impactful outcomes for patients and healthcare providers.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive medical strategy for oncology in the UK, aligning global priorities with local needs
Serve as BioNTech’s primary medical expert in oncology, providing scientific insights to internal teams and external stakeholders
Build relationships with key opinion leaders (KOLs), healthcare professionals (HCPs), patient advocacy groups, and national agencies such as NICE
Lead clinical development efforts by supporting global trials executed in the UK and overseeing collaborative studies and real-world evidence projects
Build and lead a high-performing UK medical team, fostering a culture of launch excellence while ensuring alignment with BioNTech’s overarching values
Ensure strict adherence to the ABPI Code of Practice, regulatory requirements, and ethical standards, including by acting as an ABPI Code final medical signatory
Requirements
Medical degree (MD) required; advanced degrees in oncology or related fields preferred (e.g., PhD, MBA)
Extensive experience (10+ years) in medical affairs or equivalent roles within pharma/biotech industries; NHS experience welcomed alongside substantial industry background
Proven leadership experience (5+ years) in oncology (solid tumours and/or immunotherapy), including UK product launches
Significant leadership experience in engaging with KOLs, HCPs and patient advocacy groups in the UK, and national agencies including NICE, including experience in leading a Field Medical team
Deep understanding of UK regulatory/compliance frameworks, and experience as an ABPI Code final medical signatory preferred
Strong organizational agility combined with a “hands-on” operational mindset to build functions from scratch while delivering on high-level strategies
Exceptional communication skills in English with the ability to translate complex topics into audience-specific formats
Benefits
Competitive remuneration packages
Wellbeing of our team members
Variety of benefits in support of our diverse employee base
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