Application Guide
How to Apply for Senior Director, Global Market Access- Oncology Thoracic Antibodies and ADCs
at BioNTech
🏢 About BioNTech
BioNTech is a pioneering biotechnology company that gained global recognition for developing the first mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccine in partnership with Pfizer. The company is now leveraging its mRNA technology platform to create novel cancer immunotherapies and other precision medicines, positioning itself at the forefront of oncology innovation. Working at BioNTech offers the opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking cancer treatments in a fast-paced, science-driven environment that values translational research and global impact.
About This Role
As Senior Director of Global Market Access for Oncology Thoracic Antibodies and ADCs, you would lead market access strategy for BioNTech's thoracic oncology pipeline, specifically focusing on antibody and antibody-drug conjugate therapies. This role involves developing and executing global reimbursement strategies, engaging with health technology assessment bodies, and ensuring patient access to these innovative cancer treatments across different healthcare systems. Your work would directly impact BioNTech's ability to bring potentially life-saving thoracic cancer therapies to patients worldwide.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might involve reviewing clinical data from thoracic oncology trials to inform value proposition development, leading cross-functional meetings with global and regional market access teams to align on strategy, and preparing for engagements with key opinion leaders or payer advisory boards. You would likely spend significant time analyzing competitive intelligence, developing evidence packages for health technology assessments, and collaborating with clinical development teams to ensure market access considerations are integrated into trial designs and development plans.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who BioNTech Is Looking For
- 10+ years of progressive experience in global market access, pricing, and reimbursement within oncology, with specific expertise in thoracic cancers (lung cancer, mesothelioma, thymic malignancies)
- Deep understanding of antibody and ADC therapeutic modalities, including their clinical development pathways, value propositions, and differentiation from other oncology treatments
- Proven track record of successful market access launches for oncology products in major markets (US, EU, Japan) and experience navigating complex payer landscapes
- Strong leadership experience managing global teams and cross-functional collaboration with clinical development, medical affairs, and commercial teams
📝 Tips for Applying to BioNTech
Highlight specific thoracic oncology market access experience in your resume, including any work with antibodies or ADCs, as BioNTech is specifically focused on these modalities
Demonstrate your understanding of BioNTech's mRNA platform and how it applies to oncology by referencing their pipeline candidates like BNT116 or other thoracic oncology programs
Showcase experience with innovative access models relevant to high-cost oncology therapies, as BioNTech will need creative solutions for their novel treatments
Emphasize global experience beyond just the US market, as this role requires coordination across multiple regions and healthcare systems
Quantify your impact on previous oncology product launches with specific metrics around market access achievements, formulary placements, or reimbursement successes
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
["Your specific experience with thoracic oncology products and how you've navigated market access challenges unique to lung cancer and related malignancies", "Examples of successful global market access strategies you've developed for antibody or ADC therapies, highlighting innovative approaches to value demonstration", "How your expertise aligns with BioNTech's science-first culture and their transition from infectious diseases to oncology leadership", "Your vision for ensuring patient access to BioNTech's thoracic oncology pipeline while maintaining sustainable pricing strategies"]
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → BioNTech's current oncology pipeline, particularly their thoracic-focused candidates and any announced antibody or ADC programs
- → The company's recent partnerships and collaborations in oncology, such as their work with Genentech or other strategic alliances
- → BioNTech's corporate strategy shift from COVID-19 vaccines to oncology leadership and how this impacts their market approach
- → Current competitive landscape in thoracic oncology, particularly for antibodies and ADCs, including key players and recent market access challenges
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying with only US market experience when this role requires global perspective and coordination across multiple regions
- Generic market access experience without specific thoracic oncology or antibody/ADC expertise mentioned in your application materials
- Focusing only on commercial aspects without demonstrating understanding of the scientific and clinical differentiation of BioNTech's oncology approach
📅 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:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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