Impact Careers Full-time

Director R&D Program Management

BioNTech

Posted

Jan 20, 2026

Location

Remote

Type

Full-time

Mission

What you will drive

Your main responsibilities are:

  • Align regional trial execution activities and project deliverables with global program and pipeline objectives
  • Provide program management leadership for regionally led early stage (first in human) programs, including daily operations, prioritization, and risk management
  • Drive strategic planning and execution to enable smooth transition of regional programs into global development pathways
  • Manage executive-level stakeholders including discussing strategic plans, progress updates, milestone data for informed strategic decision-making

Impact

The difference you'll make

This role has a direct impact on the successful advancement of BioNTech's R&D pipeline, contributing to medical breakthroughs that improve the health of people worldwide by addressing diseases with high medical needs like cancer and various infectious diseases.

Profile

What makes you a great fit

What you have to offer:

  • Advanced degree in Life Sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, or a related field; PhD or equivalent preferred
  • 8-10+ years of experience in managing drug development programs within the biopharmaceutical or biotechnology industry
  • Excellent expertise in the drug development process of pharmaceuticals
  • Advanced project-management methodologies; PMP, PgMP, or equivalent certification is a plus

Benefits

What's in it for you

BioNTech offers competitive remuneration packages which are determined by the specific role, location of employment and also the selected candidate's qualifications and experience. The company is committed to the wellbeing of team members and offers a variety of benefits in support of a diverse employee base.