Application Guide

How to Apply for Director Statistical Programming (CoE - Technology Solutions)

at BioNTech

🏢 About BioNTech

BioNTech is a pioneering biotechnology company that gained global recognition for developing one of the first mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccines. Beyond vaccines, they're revolutionizing medicine through cutting-edge science in oncology, infectious diseases, and rare diseases, creating a dynamic environment where innovation directly translates to patient survival. Working here means joining a community of scientific leaders at the forefront of medical breakthroughs.

About This Role

As Director of Statistical Programming in the Technology Solutions Center of Excellence, you'll lead the strategic implementation of BioNTech's global statistical programming ecosystem, overseeing vendor relationships and driving innovation in automation, cloud platforms, and AI/ML integration. This role directly impacts clinical trial efficiency and regulatory submissions by establishing programming standards and maintaining the statistical computing environment that supports critical data analysis across the company's pipeline.

💡 A Day in the Life

You might start your day reviewing vendor performance metrics for statistical programming deliverables, then lead a meeting to establish new automation standards for clinical trial data analysis. In the afternoon, you could evaluate a new cloud-based platform integration while collaborating with the Head of Statistical Programming on strategic direction for AI/ML implementation in programming workflows.

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🎯 Who BioNTech Is Looking For

  • 15+ years (or 10+ with advanced degree) of pharmaceutical/biotech statistical programming experience with proven success in FDA/EMA submissions and deep knowledge of ICH guidelines
  • Expert in SAS, R, and Python with hands-on experience designing and maintaining cloud-based statistical computing environments for clinical trials
  • Strategic leader who has implemented programming standards, automated workflows, and integrated emerging technologies like AI/ML models into statistical processes
  • Experience evaluating and selecting technology vendors while providing oversight to maximize efficiency in statistical analysis and reporting

📝 Tips for Applying to BioNTech

1

Quantify your experience with regulatory submissions - specify how many NDAs/BLAs you've supported and highlight any expedited or breakthrough therapy submissions

2

Demonstrate specific examples of implementing statistical programming ecosystems - mention specific cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, etc.) and automation tools you've deployed

3

Highlight your experience with BioNTech's therapeutic areas - emphasize oncology, infectious disease, or mRNA technology experience if you have it

4

Showcase innovation examples - describe how you've integrated AI/ML or natural language processing into statistical programming workflows

5

Tailor your resume to show progression from hands-on programming to strategic leadership, emphasizing your 15+ years building toward this director-level technology solutions role

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your strategic vision for implementing a global statistical programming ecosystem at a company pioneering mRNA technology', "Specific examples of how you've integrated emerging technologies (cloud platforms, AI/ML) into statistical programming to enhance efficiency", "Experience with regulatory submissions in fast-paced environments similar to BioNTech's breakthrough therapy development approach", 'Leadership in establishing programming standards and vendor oversight that directly supported successful clinical trial outcomes']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → BioNTech's current clinical pipeline beyond COVID-19 vaccines, particularly their oncology programs and mRNA technology platform
  • → The company's recent regulatory submissions and partnerships to understand their development strategy and technology needs
  • → BioNTech's technology infrastructure announcements and how they're implementing digital transformation in clinical development
  • → The Center of Excellence structure at BioNTech and how Technology Solutions interfaces with other departments

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you design and implement a cloud-based statistical computing environment to support BioNTech's diverse clinical trial portfolio?
2 Describe your experience integrating AI/ML models into statistical programming workflows for clinical data analysis
3 What strategies would you use to ensure programming standards meet both FDA and EMA requirements for accelerated submissions?
4 How have you managed vendor relationships and oversight to maximize efficiency in statistical analysis and reporting?
5 What innovative approaches have you used to automate statistical programming processes in previous roles?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Focusing only on technical programming skills without demonstrating strategic leadership experience in implementing programming ecosystems
  • Generic statements about regulatory experience without specific examples of FDA/EMA submissions in fast-paced biotech environments
  • Failing to show how you've driven innovation - this role specifically requires experience with emerging technologies and automation

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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